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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,796 cc

LS12 GFUMOT history

LS12 GFU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 94,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LS12 GFU black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,962 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 GFU
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
16 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 GFU was last recorded at 94,962 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,960 miles · 17 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,962 miles
  • 2024 – 88,104 miles
  • 2023 – 78,060 miles
  • 2022 – 68,976 miles
  • 2021 – 67,427 miles
  • 2020 – 64,382 miles
  • 2019 – 59,494 miles
  • 2018 – 54,448 miles
  • 2017 – 47,776 miles
  • 2016 – 40,611 miles
  • 2015 – 28,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,962 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass94,962 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    94,962 miles
    Test number
    413326976713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,960 miles (+6,856)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,960 miles
    Test number
    591411415610
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front/rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass88,104 miles (+10,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    88,104 miles
    Test number
    311233705708
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  4. Pass78,060 miles (+9,084)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    78,060 miles
    Test number
    821308469519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    68,976 miles
    Test number
    741825451722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail68,974 miles (+24)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,974 miles
    Test number
    148510451540
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides completely corroded x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass68,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    68,950 miles
    Test number
    916098472015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,950 miles (+1,523)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,950 miles
    Test number
    393610699037
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded into flexi (all other brake pipes covered in grease) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear brake efficiency decreasing in brake rollers

  9. Pass67,427 miles (+3,045)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    67,427 miles
    Test number
    120105700862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased not allowing thorough examination

  10. Pass64,382 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    64,382 miles
    Test number
    800716805957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,111 miles (+4,617)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,111 miles
    Test number
    858610903305
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass59,494 miles (+5,046)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,494 miles
    Test number
    436190014286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,448 miles (+6,672)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,448 miles
    Test number
    677015858564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    47,776 miles
    Test number
    536989888082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,774 miles (+7,163)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,774 miles
    Test number
    448526213795
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass40,611 miles (+12,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    40,611 miles
    Test number
    244417108214
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inside
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass28,348 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,348 miles
    Test number
    919012175029
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteParking brake travel high

Questions about LS12 GFU

Does LS12 GFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 GFU is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS12 GFU?
The MOT on LS12 GFU is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 GFU done?
LS12 GFU was recorded at 94,962 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 6,186 miles a year.
Has LS12 GFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 GFU has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 GFU 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 GFU find?
LS12 GFU passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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