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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,148 cc

LS12 GPEMOT history

LS12 GPE is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 124,651 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

LS12 GPE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
124,651 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 GPE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 GPE was last recorded at 124,651 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 17,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,150 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
17,501 miles
Average per year
8,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,651 miles
  • 2025 – 107,150 miles
  • 2023 – 101,735 miles
  • 2022 – 96,827 miles
  • 2021 – 90,060 miles
  • 2020 – 84,251 miles
  • 2019 – 77,089 miles
  • 2018 – 70,241 miles
  • 2017 – 62,446 miles
  • 2016 – 49,869 miles
  • 2015 – 37,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,651 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 24 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,651 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    124,651 miles
    Test number
    168472754035
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail124,643 miles (+17,493)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,643 miles
    Test number
    146275547508
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass107,150 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    107,150 miles
    Test number
    429862573536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail107,145 miles (+5,410)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,145 miles
    Test number
    245602161940
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass101,735 miles (+67)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    101,735 miles
    Test number
    721763684547
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Fail101,668 miles (+4,841)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,668 miles
    Test number
    921410175367
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  7. Pass96,827 miles (+6,767)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,827 miles
    Test number
    239137561883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,060 miles (+5,809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    90,060 miles
    Test number
    555857334425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass84,251 miles (+7,162)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,251 miles
    Test number
    177523494688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,089 miles (+6,848)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,089 miles
    Test number
    805432293891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,241 miles (+7,795)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    70,241 miles
    Test number
    231510623188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,446 miles (+12,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,446 miles
    Test number
    464008206455
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  13. Pass49,869 miles (+12,729)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    49,869 miles
    Test number
    198891773676
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cuts in tread & wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre nail in tread & wear
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trey fitted

  14. Pass37,140 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,140 miles
    Test number
    698343785001
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on edges

Questions about LS12 GPE

Does LS12 GPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 GPE is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 GPE?
The MOT on LS12 GPE is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 GPE done?
LS12 GPE was recorded at 124,651 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 8,076 miles a year.
Has LS12 GPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 GPE has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 GPE 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 GPE find?
LS12 GPE passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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