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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,148 cc

LS12 GVCMOT history

LS12 GVC is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 2 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 90,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

LS12 GVC black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
90,267 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 GVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 GVC was last recorded at 90,267 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 9,247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,020 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,247 miles
Average per year
5,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,267 miles
  • 2025 – 81,020 miles
  • 2024 – 77,610 miles
  • 2023 – 75,464 miles
  • 2022 – 70,849 miles
  • 2021 – 64,925 miles
  • 2020 – 59,803 miles
  • 2019 – 52,611 miles
  • 2018 – 45,981 miles
  • 2017 – 39,042 miles
  • 2016 – 32,748 miles
  • 2015 – 25,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,267 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Some brake pipes have light corrosion, now cleaned/greased.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass90,267 miles (+9,247)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    90,267 miles
    Test number
    933004216336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,020 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,020 miles
    Test number
    232900868114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,010 miles (+181)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,010 miles
    Test number
    363755845189
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Pass80,829 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    80,829 miles
    Test number
    713149923973
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshields insecure
  5. Fail80,829 miles (+3,219)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,829 miles
    Test number
    430126190936
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshields insecure
  6. Pass77,610 miles (+2,146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,610 miles
    Test number
    736196703084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass75,464 miles (+4,615)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    75,464 miles
    Test number
    695980833647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,849 miles (+5,924)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    70,849 miles
    Test number
    368165644708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,925 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,925 miles
    Test number
    213245391473
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear flexis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp cracked
  10. Fail64,925 miles (+5,122)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,925 miles
    Test number
    428648118572
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear flexis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp cracked
  11. Pass59,803 miles (+7,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    59,803 miles
    Test number
    269659190746
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all four pipes in wheelarches have light corrosion, now cleaned / greased. (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass52,611 miles (+6,630)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    52,611 miles
    Test number
    304058753012
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs, badly ribbed on inside faces and some vibration starting. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 ends in wheelarches have light corrosion, now cleaned and greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears. (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass45,981 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,981 miles
    Test number
    118575932117
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes have light corrosion, now cleaned/greased.
  14. Fail45,981 miles (+6,939)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,981 miles
    Test number
    702793496092
    • DangerousTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both fronts, nearside worst and dangerous (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes have light corrosion, now cleaned/greased.
  15. Pass39,042 miles (+6,294)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    39,042 miles
    Test number
    600940113910
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing more on edges (increase pressures) especially insides (advise to check/adjust steering alignment).
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator is illuminated and rear pads are wearing down.
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light (multiple leds) has six that are not operating.
    • AdvisoryUnable to test sills and most underside areas/pipes etc due to sheilding
    • AdvisoryAs before both front wheel bearings have slight play.
  16. Pass32,748 miles (+7,705)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    32,748 miles
    Test number
    688198959544
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light has a few L.E.D,s not working
    • AdvisorySlight play in both N/S/F and O/S/F wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryRear tyres close to wear markers in center of tread
  17. Pass25,043 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    25,043 miles
    Test number
    288693905459
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVery slight play in both N/S/F and O/S/F wheel bearings

Questions about LS12 GVC

Does LS12 GVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 GVC is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 GVC?
The MOT on LS12 GVC is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 GVC done?
LS12 GVC was recorded at 90,267 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 5,734 miles a year.
Has LS12 GVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 GVC has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 GVC 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 GVC find?
LS12 GVC passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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