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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LP12 YHBMOT history

LP12 YHB is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 102,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

LP12 YHB black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
102,158 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 YHB
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 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 YHB was last recorded at 102,158 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 932 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,226 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
932 miles
Average per year
7,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,158 miles
  • 2025 – 101,226 miles
  • 2024 – 89,765 miles
  • 2023 – 79,528 miles
  • 2021 – 70,429 miles
  • 2020 – 62,019 miles
  • 2019 – 60,425 miles
  • 2018 – 55,302 miles
  • 2017 – 47,543 miles
  • 2016 – 35,126 miles
  • 2015 – 22,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,158 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 3 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,158 miles (+932)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    102,158 miles
    Test number
    139287382797
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail101,226 miles (+11,461)2 dangerous10 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,226 miles
    Test number
    466423903944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low levelling sensor broken (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass89,765 miles (+540)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    89,765 miles
    Test number
    293134378273
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail89,225 miles (+9,697)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,225 miles
    Test number
    437141948085
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass79,528 miles (+9,099)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    79,528 miles
    Test number
    989023421567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,429 miles (+8,410)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,429 miles
    Test number
    310730331227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges due to under inflation (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both - On limits (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass62,019 miles (+1,594)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,019 miles
    Test number
    605254928496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,425 miles (+5,123)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,425 miles
    Test number
    235833476432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,302 miles (+7,759)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    55,302 miles
    Test number
    903393813197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass47,543 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,543 miles
    Test number
    549083900699
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  11. Fail47,543 miles (+12,417)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,543 miles
    Test number
    714760116650
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  12. Pass35,126 miles (+12,364)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    35,126 miles
    Test number
    124463494038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    22,762 miles
    Test number
    227267085115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail22,762 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,762 miles
    Test number
    678124485128
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LP12 YHB

Does LP12 YHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 YHB is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 YHB?
The MOT on LP12 YHB is valid until 28 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 YHB done?
LP12 YHB was recorded at 102,158 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 7,336 miles a year.
Has LP12 YHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 YHB has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LP12 YHB 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 YHB find?
LP12 YHB passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light, and 6 more.

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