2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · WR62 NWY
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 22 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 168,268 miles. MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 168,268 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WR62 NWY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/03/2026
- 168,268 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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WR62 NWY MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (WR62 NWY) between February 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
WR62 NWY Mileage History
- 27/02/2024149,630 mi
- 28/02/2024147,492 mi-2,138 mi
- 12/02/2025161,845 mi+14,353 mi
- 12/02/2025161,845 mi
- 12/03/2026168,268 mi+6,423 mi
Average of roughly 9,151 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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