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2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · M30 OAN

M30 OAN

2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 18 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 111,609 miles. MOT valid until 06 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ C
Year / Origin
2012 · Manchester
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 06 May 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
111,609 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
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MOT Status
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Valid until 06 May 2027
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a generally roadworthy profile, showing a stable maintenance trend over the last four years. The most recent MOT test on 16 April 2025 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just five days prior. Because the failure record does not list specific defects, it likely indicates a minor non-conforming item such as a blown bulb or a minor sensor fault that was immediately rectified by the owner, rather than a significant mechanical or structural failure. Mileage data indicates a consistent usage pattern, though the record becomes sparse recently. Between April 2022 and April 2023, the vehicle covered 1,501 miles, moving from 98,646 to 100,147 miles. The usage then increased significantly in the following year, with 11,462 miles recorded by the March 2024 test to reach 111,609 miles. There is no mileage data provided for the April 2025 tests, making it impossible to determine the current rate of accumulation, but the historical figures suggest the car is used for moderate long-distance commuting. Given the absence of recorded advisories across the history, the vehicle appears to have been maintained to a high standard. However, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of common C-Class wear points, specifically checking for corrosion on the rear subframe and suspension mounting points which often do not trigger a failure until they are structurally compromised. Inspect the condition of the suspension bushes and the state of brake caliper seals, as the MOT record does not confirm the state of these consumable components.
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M30 OAN Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (29 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

M30 OAN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 08:15
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (M30 OAN) between March 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (29 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 34 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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Outstanding recall notice
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