2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · T3 RKR
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 30 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 156,902 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,902 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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T3 RKR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2026
- 156,902 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
T3 RKR 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 (T3 RKR) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 16 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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.
T3 RKR Mileage History
- 24/06/2022117,701 mi
- 23/06/2023136,546 mi+18,845 mi
- 10/06/2024143,444 mi+6,898 mi
- 16/06/2025148,232 mi+4,788 mi
- 23/06/2026156,902 mi+8,670 mi
Average of roughly 9,806 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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