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Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,796 cc

LS12 YCAMOT history

LS12 YCA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 49,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

LS12 YCA black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
49,841 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,268 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 YCA
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
26 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 YCA was last recorded at 49,841 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 1,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,488 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,353 miles
Average per year
3,268 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,841 miles
  • 2025 – 48,488 miles
  • 2024 – 46,540 miles
  • 2023 – 43,828 miles
  • 2022 – 41,858 miles
  • 2021 – 40,491 miles
  • 2020 – 38,167 miles
  • 2019 – 35,839 miles
  • 2018 – 31,404 miles
  • 2017 – 27,544 miles
  • 2016 – 21,546 miles
  • 2015 – 15,577 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,841 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,841 miles (+1,353)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    49,841 miles
    Test number
    344961417742
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  2. Pass48,488 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    48,488 miles
    Test number
    119429307554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail48,486 miles (+1,946)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,486 miles
    Test number
    302261907851
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass46,540 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    46,540 miles
    Test number
    490228543065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail46,461 miles (+2,633)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,461 miles
    Test number
    333874073060
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass43,828 miles (+1,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    43,828 miles
    Test number
    803691870945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components
  7. Pass41,858 miles (+1,367)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    41,858 miles
    Test number
    527410606328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass40,491 miles (+2,324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    40,491 miles
    Test number
    147571489383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  9. Pass38,167 miles (+2,328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    38,167 miles
    Test number
    874915691077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Winter tyre fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass35,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    35,839 miles
    Test number
    255654333536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail35,839 miles (+4,435)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,839 miles
    Test number
    850229557920
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  12. Pass31,404 miles (+3,860)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    31,404 miles
    Test number
    757636757100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,544 miles (+5,998)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    27,544 miles
    Test number
    963082213415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,546 miles (+5,969)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    21,546 miles
    Test number
    665996783412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rears (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges and cracking
  15. Pass15,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    15,577 miles
    Test number
    619170315221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 YCA

Does LS12 YCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 YCA is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 YCA?
The MOT on LS12 YCA is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 YCA done?
LS12 YCA was recorded at 49,841 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 3,268 miles a year.
Has LS12 YCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 YCA has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 YCA 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 YCA find?
LS12 YCA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: front windscreen wiper blade defective.

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