2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · WR11 KEZ
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 138,120 miles. MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,120 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WR11 KEZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2026
- 138,120 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
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WR11 KEZ 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 (WR11 KEZ) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
WR11 KEZ Mileage History
- 20/02/2024122,154 mi
- 14/02/2025124,782 mi+2,628 mi
- 19/02/2025124,799 mi+17 mi
- 31/01/2026137,609 mi+12,810 mi
- 11/02/2026138,120 mi+511 mi
Average of roughly 8,074 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
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- 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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