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Mercedes-Benz C

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LS12 GNVMOT history

LS12 GNV is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 120,247 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

LS12 GNV red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
120,247 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 GNV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 GNV was last recorded at 120,247 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 6,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,113 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,134 miles
Average per year
6,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,247 miles
  • 2024 – 114,113 miles
  • 2023 – 112,579 miles
  • 2022 – 109,701 miles
  • 2021 – 103,545 miles
  • 2020 – 99,426 miles
  • 2019 – 95,217 miles
  • 2018 – 89,177 miles
  • 2017 – 82,182 miles
  • 2016 – 74,937 miles
  • 2015 – 65,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,247 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,247 miles (+6,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    120,247 miles
    Test number
    925821671526
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,113 miles (+1,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    114,113 miles
    Test number
    100597355014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Back arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,579 miles (+2,878)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    112,579 miles
    Test number
    338512786807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass109,701 miles (+6,156)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    109,701 miles
    Test number
    769011530325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,545 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,545 miles
    Test number
    387924630822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail103,304 miles (+3,878)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,304 miles
    Test number
    434057003796
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear bush (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,426 miles (+4,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    99,426 miles
    Test number
    966267847898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPLASTIC UNDER TRAYS FITTED RESTRICTING VEIW.

  8. Pass95,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,217 miles
    Test number
    875896099137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,217 miles (+6,040)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,217 miles
    Test number
    768310826564
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass89,177 miles (+6,995)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,177 miles
    Test number
    435794361695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass82,182 miles (+7,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    82,182 miles
    Test number
    706746141721
    • AdvisoryCheck brake wear light on

  12. Pass74,937 miles (+9,631)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,937 miles
    Test number
    185682996978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,306 miles (+9,506)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,306 miles
    Test number
    301056697317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,800 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    55,800 miles
    Test number
    146243365008
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side front tyre has slight damage on wall and wearing on outer edge

  15. Fail55,800 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,800 miles
    Test number
    695863965023
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side front tyre has slight damage on wall and wearing on outer edge

Questions about LS12 GNV

Does LS12 GNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 GNV is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS12 GNV?
The MOT on LS12 GNV is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 GNV done?
LS12 GNV was recorded at 120,247 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 6,011 miles a year.
Has LS12 GNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 GNV has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LS12 GNV 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 GNV find?
LS12 GNV passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, but not excessively; front oil leak, but not excessive.

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