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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,148 cc

LP12 FABMOT history

LP12 FAB is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 59,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

LP12 FAB silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
59,957 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 FAB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 FAB was last recorded at 59,957 miles on 14 May 2026, 4,505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,452 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,505 miles
Average per year
4,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,957 miles
  • 2025 – 55,452 miles
  • 2024 – 53,541 miles
  • 2023 – 50,475 miles
  • 2022 – 46,761 miles
  • 2021 – 42,149 miles
  • 2020 – 38,466 miles
  • 2019 – 33,428 miles
  • 2018 – 28,366 miles
  • 2017 – 23,564 miles
  • 2016 – 19,129 miles
  • 2015 – 13,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,957 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 19 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,957 miles (+4,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    59,957 miles
    Test number
    997294654502
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  2. Pass55,452 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,452 miles
    Test number
    117430086260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass53,541 miles (+3,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    53,541 miles
    Test number
    997920867768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass50,475 miles (+3,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    50,475 miles
    Test number
    484398370419
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  5. Pass46,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    46,761 miles
    Test number
    584760930239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail46,761 miles (+4,612)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,761 miles
    Test number
    447160103718
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  7. Pass42,149 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    42,149 miles
    Test number
    556302502385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail42,147 miles (+3,681)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,147 miles
    Test number
    161818792937
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass38,466 miles (+5,038)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    38,466 miles
    Test number
    201869093536
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Pass33,428 miles (+5,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    33,428 miles
    Test number
    569555029569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass28,366 miles (+4,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    28,366 miles
    Test number
    776383050948
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass23,564 miles (+4,435)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    23,564 miles
    Test number
    439259005676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,129 miles (+5,582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    19,129 miles
    Test number
    393855062674
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp fractured
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring the view of some components
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring the view of some underside components
  14. Pass13,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    13,547 miles
    Test number
    136278175079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 FAB

Does LP12 FAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 FAB is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 FAB?
The MOT on LP12 FAB is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 FAB done?
LP12 FAB was recorded at 59,957 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 4,161 miles a year.
Has LP12 FAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 FAB has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LP12 FAB 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 FAB find?
LP12 FAB passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 3 advisories: central rear exhaust mounting defective; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; undertrays fitted.

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