2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · PY05 MUK
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 07 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 135,262 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jun 2024. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jun 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 135,262 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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PY05 MUK Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2023
- 135,262 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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PY05 MUK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (PY05 MUK) between June 2022 and June 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
PY05 MUK Mileage History
- 02/06/2022126,224 mi
- 23/06/2023135,262 mi+9,038 mi
Average of roughly 8,552 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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