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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2016 · 1,991 cc

A12 EARMOT history

A12 EAR is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 4 Feb 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 41,060 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

A12 EAR silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
41,060 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 EAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
4 Feb 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 EAR was last recorded at 41,060 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 3,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
37,255 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,805 miles
Average per year
2,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,060 miles
  • 2025 – 37,255 miles
  • 2024 – 34,941 miles
  • 2023 – 32,432 miles
  • 2022 – 29,355 miles
  • 2021 – 26,926 miles
  • 2020 – 24,580 miles
  • 2019 – 21,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,060 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 24 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,060 miles (+3,805)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    41,060 miles
    Test number
    807495371958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass37,255 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    37,255 miles
    Test number
    672497755398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail37,255 miles (+2,314)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,255 miles
    Test number
    453985891271
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass34,941 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    34,941 miles
    Test number
    451051103716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail34,941 miles (+2,509)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,941 miles
    Test number
    817373261024
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass32,432 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    32,432 miles
    Test number
    957082599475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass29,355 miles (+2,429)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    29,355 miles
    Test number
    134870089473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,926 miles (+2,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    26,926 miles
    Test number
    446656353387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass24,580 miles (+2,826)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    24,580 miles
    Test number
    623202012705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    21,754 miles
    Test number
    891076143094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 EAR

Does A12 EAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 EAR is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 EAR?
The MOT on A12 EAR is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 EAR done?
A12 EAR was recorded at 41,060 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 2,761 miles a year.
Has A12 EAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 EAR has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on A12 EAR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on A12 EAR find?
A12 EAR passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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