2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · S8 HAF
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 26 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 154,029 miles. MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,029 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S8 HAF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
- 154,029 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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S8 HAF 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 (S8 HAF) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
S8 HAF Mileage History
- 22/03/2024131,981 mi
- 27/03/2024131,985 mi+4 mi
- 20/03/2025141,160 mi+9,175 mi
- 01/04/2026154,029 mi+12,869 mi
- 01/04/2026154,029 mi
Average of roughly 10,877 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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