2012 Mercedes-Benz C 1.6L Petrol · PE62 XJP
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 53,544 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 53,544 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PE62 XJP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/07/2026
- 53,544 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PE62 XJP 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 (PE62 XJP) between September 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
PE62 XJP Mileage History
- 16/09/202244,770 mi
- 17/08/202347,028 mi+2,258 mi
- 30/07/202449,297 mi+2,269 mi
- 03/07/202551,555 mi+2,258 mi
- 14/07/202653,544 mi+1,989 mi
Average of roughly 2,294 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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