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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LP12 EPOMOT history

LP12 EPO is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 137,793 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

LP12 EPO black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,793 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 EPO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 EPO was last recorded at 137,793 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 17,727 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,066 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
17,727 miles
Average per year
11,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,793 miles
  • 2025 – 120,066 miles
  • 2024 – 102,827 miles
  • 2023 – 76,899 miles
  • 2021 – 59,927 miles
  • 2020 – 51,468 miles
  • 2019 – 38,851 miles
  • 2018 – 35,276 miles
  • 2017 – 28,516 miles
  • 2016 – 22,909 miles
  • 2015 – 17,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,793 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 22 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,793 miles (+17,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,793 miles
    Test number
    237737738652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass120,066 miles (+17,239)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    120,066 miles
    Test number
    259230630802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass102,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    102,827 miles
    Test number
    612540753076
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail102,827 miles (+25,928)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,827 miles
    Test number
    388024038619
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass76,899 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,899 miles
    Test number
    339626472972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,898 miles (+16,971)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,898 miles
    Test number
    398194522412
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass59,927 miles (+8,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,927 miles
    Test number
    346230989400
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass51,468 miles (+12,617)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,468 miles
    Test number
    439794032195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,851 miles (+3,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,851 miles
    Test number
    194365350866
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing or obscuring view of certain components and engine bay area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass35,276 miles (+6,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    35,276 miles
    Test number
    422697120177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass28,516 miles (+5,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    28,516 miles
    Test number
    536591879524
    • AdvisoryEngine & Under covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass22,909 miles (+5,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    22,909 miles
    Test number
    433308438781
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  13. Pass17,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    17,734 miles
    Test number
    338354035471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 EPO

Does LP12 EPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 EPO is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 EPO?
The MOT on LP12 EPO is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 EPO done?
LP12 EPO was recorded at 137,793 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 11,296 miles a year.
Has LP12 EPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 EPO has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LP12 EPO 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 LP12 EPO find?
LP12 EPO passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge.

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