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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

A12 TOPMOT history

A12 TOP is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 61,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

A12 TOP silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
61,954 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 TOP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 TOP was last recorded at 61,954 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 1,456 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,498 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,456 miles
Average per year
3,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,954 miles
  • 2025 – 60,498 miles
  • 2024 – 58,392 miles
  • 2023 – 55,705 miles
  • 2022 – 53,218 miles
  • 2021 – 51,206 miles
  • 2020 – 48,774 miles
  • 2019 – 44,781 miles
  • 2018 – 40,170 miles
  • 2017 – 35,467 miles
  • 2016 – 31,713 miles
  • 2015 – 27,208 miles
  • 2014 – 22,887 miles
  • 2013 – 19,551 miles
  • 2012 – 16,136 miles
  • 2011 – 13,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,954 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 Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,954 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    61,954 miles
    Test number
    910183568490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass60,498 miles (+2,106)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    60,498 miles
    Test number
    133847155322
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  3. Pass58,392 miles (+2,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    58,392 miles
    Test number
    863063129648
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass55,705 miles (+2,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    55,705 miles
    Test number
    354577297076
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass53,218 miles (+2,012)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    53,218 miles
    Test number
    784578918083
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass51,206 miles (+2,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    51,206 miles
    Test number
    593614508632
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass48,774 miles (+3,993)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    48,774 miles
    Test number
    691277506625
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  8. Pass44,781 miles (+4,611)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,781 miles
    Test number
    152501479099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear alloy wheel buckled inner
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to brake pipe offside front
  9. Pass40,170 miles (+4,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,170 miles
    Test number
    557452034054
    • Advisory2 x child seats fitted not allowing a full inspection of seat belts/fixings
  10. Pass35,467 miles (+3,754)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    35,467 miles
    Test number
    397958415810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,713 miles
    Test number
    865082566613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail31,713 miles (+4,505)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,713 miles
    Test number
    382843621467
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  13. Pass27,208 miles (+4,321)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,208 miles
    Test number
    989947075091
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff side side repeater condensated
  14. Pass22,887 miles (+3,336)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,887 miles
    Test number
    659806684024
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES
  15. Pass19,551 miles (+3,415)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    19,551 miles
    Test number
    175199983093
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass16,136 miles (+2,912)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    16,136 miles
    Test number
    666011492049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,224 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    13,224 miles
    Test number
    638814181059
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to get low
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edge

Questions about A12 TOP

Does A12 TOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 TOP is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 TOP?
The MOT on A12 TOP is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 TOP done?
A12 TOP was recorded at 61,954 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 3,259 miles a year.
Has A12 TOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 TOP has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on A12 TOP 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 TOP find?
A12 TOP passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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