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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,796 cc

LS12 GAUMOT history

LS12 GAU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 29 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 12 MOT tests, with 100,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2026.

LS12 GAU black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
100,677 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
12 passed · 0 failed
Per year
7,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 GAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 GAU was last recorded at 100,677 miles on 8 Mar 2026, 8,583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
92,094 miles · 6 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,583 miles
Average per year
7,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,677 miles
  • 2025 – 92,094 miles
  • 2024 – 83,107 miles
  • 2023 – 75,038 miles
  • 2022 – 66,695 miles
  • 2021 – 59,776 miles
  • 2020 – 55,626 miles
  • 2019 – 48,541 miles
  • 2018 – 41,100 miles
  • 2017 – 33,643 miles
  • 2016 – 28,677 miles
  • 2015 – 22,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,677 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 29 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,677 miles (+8,583)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    100,677 miles
    Test number
    947388796904
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass92,094 miles (+8,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    92,094 miles
    Test number
    913144507697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass83,107 miles (+8,069)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    83,107 miles
    Test number
    346623338662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Pass75,038 miles (+8,343)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    75,038 miles
    Test number
    122286013805
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Pass66,695 miles (+6,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    66,695 miles
    Test number
    970172577920
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass59,776 miles (+4,150)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    59,776 miles
    Test number
    914766772355
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass55,626 miles (+7,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    55,626 miles
    Test number
    838876925266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass48,541 miles (+7,441)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    48,541 miles
    Test number
    765773951998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,100 miles (+7,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    41,100 miles
    Test number
    749156022877
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass33,643 miles (+4,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    33,643 miles
    Test number
    457839041302
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass28,677 miles (+6,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,677 miles
    Test number
    187778257420
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing screen
  12. Pass22,228 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    22,228 miles
    Test number
    136238285491
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS12 GAU

Does LS12 GAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 GAU is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 GAU?
The MOT on LS12 GAU is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 GAU done?
LS12 GAU was recorded at 100,677 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2026, an average of 7,169 miles a year.
Has LS12 GAU ever failed its MOT?
No. LS12 GAU has passed all 12 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on LS12 GAU 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 GAU find?
LS12 GAU passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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