2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LN12 RVO
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 170,956 miles. MOT expired on 22 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,956 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LN12 RVO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/08/2025
- 170,956 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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LN12 RVO 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 (LN12 RVO) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
LN12 RVO Mileage History
- 11/08/2022143,999 mi
- 17/08/2023151,201 mi+7,202 mi
- 09/08/2024153,769 mi+2,568 mi
- 09/08/2024153,769 mi
- 23/08/2025170,956 mi+17,187 mi
Average of roughly 8,887 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- OM651 Diesel Chain Tensioner Oil LeakModerate
The gasket on the timing chain tensioner can fail, leaking oil and potentially leading to timing chain issues due to inconsistent tension.
- Rear Subframe CorrosionSerious
The rear subframe rots from the inside out, leading to MOT failure. Mercedes often replaces these under goodwill.
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