2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · KA04 NGO
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 23 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 137,335 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,335 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KA04 NGO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/06/2026
- 137,335 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KA04 NGO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (KA04 NGO) between July 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
KA04 NGO Mileage History
- 08/07/2023110,357 mi
- 08/07/2023110,357 mi
- 06/07/2024122,392 mi+12,035 mi
- 05/07/2025131,322 mi+8,930 mi
- 25/06/2026137,335 mi+6,013 mi
Average of roughly 9,097 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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