2012 Mercedes-Benz C 3.5L Petrol · VF12 JCJ
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (3.5L, petrol). First registered 23 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 114,331 miles. MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,331 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VF12 JCJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2026
- 114,331 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VF12 JCJ 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 (VF12 JCJ) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
VF12 JCJ Mileage History
- 23/08/202393,751 mi
- 07/08/2024100,323 mi+6,572 mi
- 13/08/2025107,275 mi+6,952 mi
- 20/08/2025107,299 mi+24 mi
- 07/08/2026114,331 mi+7,032 mi
Average of roughly 6,960 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
- Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) failureSerious
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