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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,148 cc

LS12 RZEMOT history

LS12 RZE is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 22 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 141,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

LS12 RZE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
141,021 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 RZE
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
22 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 RZE was last recorded at 141,021 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,020 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,021 miles
  • 2024 – 136,582 miles
  • 2023 – 132,271 miles
  • 2022 – 127,039 miles
  • 2021 – 121,674 miles
  • 2020 – 115,764 miles
  • 2019 – 111,596 miles
  • 2018 – 102,150 miles
  • 2017 – 94,712 miles
  • 2016 – 86,268 miles
  • 2015 – 77,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,021 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,021 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    141,021 miles
    Test number
    768905871429
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail141,020 miles (+4,438)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,020 miles
    Test number
    297776124364
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure Bracket has become detached (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass136,582 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,582 miles
    Test number
    620522818196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail136,582 miles (+4,311)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,582 miles
    Test number
    345116991520
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass132,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    132,271 miles
    Test number
    647106709653
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail132,270 miles (+5,231)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,270 miles
    Test number
    130761852179
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass127,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    127,039 miles
    Test number
    255150978756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail127,039 miles (+5,365)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,039 miles
    Test number
    393065104054
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass121,674 miles (+5,910)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    121,674 miles
    Test number
    620523220734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,764 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,764 miles
    Test number
    450236238573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass111,596 miles (+9,446)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,596 miles
    Test number
    598595583951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,150 miles (+1,055)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    102,150 miles
    Test number
    542589319538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,095 miles (+6,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    101,095 miles
    Test number
    789356728344
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass94,712 miles (+8,444)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    94,712 miles
    Test number
    595912019412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,268 miles (+8,429)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,268 miles
    Test number
    658692485324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,839 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,839 miles
    Test number
    558122715152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS12 RZE

Does LS12 RZE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 RZE is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS12 RZE?
The MOT on LS12 RZE is valid until 9 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 RZE done?
LS12 RZE was recorded at 141,021 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 6,007 miles a year.
Has LS12 RZE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 RZE has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 RZE 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 RZE find?
LS12 RZE passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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