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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LP12 FRDMOT history

LP12 FRD is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 12 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 143,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2025.

LP12 FRD black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
143,126 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 FRD
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
12 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 FRD was last recorded at 143,126 miles on 18 Jul 2025, 11,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,581 miles · 1 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
11,545 miles
Average per year
11,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,126 miles
  • 2024 – 131,581 miles
  • 2023 – 124,449 miles
  • 2022 – 114,935 miles
  • 2021 – 104,899 miles
  • 2020 – 100,690 miles
  • 2019 – 91,464 miles
  • 2018 – 78,860 miles
  • 2017 – 63,237 miles
  • 2016 – 50,021 miles
  • 2015 – 33,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,126 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear heat shield insecure.
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable bracket insecure.
  • AdvisoryExhaust clamp fractured.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,126 miles (+11,545)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    143,126 miles
    Test number
    432806339321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear heat shield insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake cable bracket insecure.
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp fractured.
  2. Pass131,581 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    131,581 miles
    Test number
    888851791289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s/r hand brake cable bracket loose.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose.
  3. Fail131,580 miles (+107)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,580 miles
    Test number
    502273249554
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s/r hand brake cable bracket loose.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose.
  4. Fail131,473 miles (+7,024)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,473 miles
    Test number
    827642082872
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe corroded
  5. Pass124,449 miles (+202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    124,449 miles
    Test number
    959658598271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail124,247 miles (+9,312)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,247 miles
    Test number
    891565926438
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass114,935 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    114,935 miles
    Test number
    666890944057
    • 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))
  8. Fail114,935 miles (+86)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,935 miles
    Test number
    864947800291
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  9. Fail114,849 miles (+9,950)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,849 miles
    Test number
    290302607560
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass104,899 miles (+4,209)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    104,899 miles
    Test number
    856546892009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,690 miles (+9,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,690 miles
    Test number
    831293611903
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass91,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,464 miles
    Test number
    565018570627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,464 miles (+12,604)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,464 miles
    Test number
    718781160809
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  14. Pass78,860 miles (+15,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,860 miles
    Test number
    803585496480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass63,237 miles (+13,216)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,237 miles
    Test number
    786689782029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,021 miles (+16,760)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    50,021 miles
    Test number
    625717087175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,261 miles
    Test number
    780333358606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 FRD

Does LP12 FRD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP12 FRD expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP12 FRD?
The MOT on LP12 FRD expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP12 FRD done?
LP12 FRD was recorded at 143,126 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2025, an average of 11,206 miles a year.
Has LP12 FRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 FRD has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LP12 FRD 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 FRD find?
LP12 FRD passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth.; nearside rear heat shield insecure., and 4 more.

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