2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · KS12 VOF
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 05 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 102,844 miles. MOT expired on 26 Apr 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,844 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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KS12 VOF Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2024
- 102,844 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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KS12 VOF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (KS12 VOF) between April 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 April 2024 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: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are 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.
KS12 VOF Mileage History
- 28/04/202292,286 mi
- 28/04/202292,286 mi
- 28/04/202396,538 mi+4,252 mi
- 17/04/2024102,844 mi+6,306 mi
Average of roughly 5,357 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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