2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · PJ12 NAU
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 27 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 152,078 miles. MOT expired on 18 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 152,078 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PJ12 NAU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/01/2025
- 152,078 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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PJ12 NAU 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 (PJ12 NAU) between February 2022 and January 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
PJ12 NAU Mileage History
- 19/02/2022126,961 mi
- 28/01/2023134,725 mi+7,764 mi
- 28/01/2023134,725 mi
- 02/02/2024142,156 mi+7,431 mi
- 24/01/2025152,078 mi+9,922 mi
Average of roughly 8,572 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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