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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LS12 BKJMOT history

LS12 BKJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 83,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

LS12 BKJ black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
83,426 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 BKJ
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 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 BKJ was last recorded at 83,426 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 10,529 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,897 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,529 miles
Average per year
6,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,426 miles
  • 2025 – 72,897 miles
  • 2023 – 58,965 miles
  • 2022 – 52,452 miles
  • 2021 – 44,300 miles
  • 2020 – 41,969 miles
  • 2019 – 33,441 miles
  • 2018 – 25,441 miles
  • 2017 – 21,274 miles
  • 2016 – 17,552 miles
  • 2015 – 12,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,426 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 25 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,426 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    83,426 miles
    Test number
    183294031427
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail83,425 miles (+10,528)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,425 miles
    Test number
    985495913623
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,897 miles (+1,018)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    72,897 miles
    Test number
    664147052205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail71,879 miles (+12,914)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,879 miles
    Test number
    320131394880
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass58,965 miles (+6,513)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    58,965 miles
    Test number
    341785722498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass52,452 miles (+8,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    52,452 miles
    Test number
    718648938051
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Pass44,300 miles (+2,331)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    44,300 miles
    Test number
    931944686370
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on dges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass41,969 miles (+8,528)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    41,969 miles
    Test number
    509846225528
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass33,441 miles (+8,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    33,441 miles
    Test number
    280534259820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass25,441 miles (+4,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    25,441 miles
    Test number
    944936953329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass21,274 miles (+3,722)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    21,274 miles
    Test number
    193848113877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass17,552 miles (+4,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    17,552 miles
    Test number
    255590521400
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass12,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    12,672 miles
    Test number
    627184185051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 BKJ

Does LS12 BKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 BKJ is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 BKJ?
The MOT on LS12 BKJ is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 BKJ done?
LS12 BKJ was recorded at 83,426 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 6,406 miles a year.
Has LS12 BKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 BKJ has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 BKJ 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 LS12 BKJ find?
LS12 BKJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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