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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LS12 ZNGMOT history

LS12 ZNG is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 153,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

LS12 ZNG silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
153,776 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 ZNG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 ZNG was last recorded at 153,776 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 2,162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Dec 2020: 60,662 miles, lower than 122,522 miles on 26 Jul 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
151,614 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,162 miles
Average per year
8,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 153,776 miles
  • 2024 – 151,614 miles
  • 2023 – 145,291 miles
  • 2022 – 139,253 miles
  • 2021 – 132,706 miles
  • 2020 – 60,662 miles
  • 2019 – 122,522 miles
  • 2018 – 104,927 miles
  • 2017 – 89,249 miles
  • 2016 – 70,235 miles
  • 2015 – 67,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,776 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear undertrays
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,776 miles (+2,162)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    153,776 miles
    Test number
    626534471488
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear undertrays
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass151,614 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    151,614 miles
    Test number
    553778986244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail151,585 miles (+6,294)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,585 miles
    Test number
    389959276420
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass145,291 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    145,291 miles
    Test number
    887029409142
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail145,284 miles (+6,031)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,284 miles
    Test number
    263894737946
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass139,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    139,253 miles
    Test number
    194846632876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail139,247 miles (+6,541)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,247 miles
    Test number
    305759910494
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass132,706 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    132,706 miles
    Test number
    341088506849
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail132,705 miles (+72,043)7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,705 miles
    Test number
    342935689292
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction air fresheners (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  10. Pass60,662 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    60,662 miles
    Test number
    254671736212
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine underside and outer sill covers fitted
  11. Fail60,662 miles (-61,860)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,662 miles
    Test number
    307247642580
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine underside and outer sill covers fitted
  12. Pass122,522 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,522 miles
    Test number
    475638609024
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding
  13. Fail122,500 miles (+17,573)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,500 miles
    Test number
    267329005499
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake binding
  14. Pass104,927 miles (+15,678)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    104,927 miles
    Test number
    534350695015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,249 miles (+231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,249 miles
    Test number
    973022603826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Fail89,018 miles (+18,783)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,018 miles
    Test number
    835186267149
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass70,235 miles (+2,926)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    70,235 miles
    Test number
    290417105678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,309 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    67,309 miles
    Test number
    988133885096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LS12 ZNG

Does LS12 ZNG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 ZNG is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS12 ZNG?
The MOT on LS12 ZNG is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 ZNG done?
LS12 ZNG was recorded at 153,776 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 8,079 miles a year.
Has LS12 ZNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 ZNG has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LS12 ZNG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Dec 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS12 ZNG find?
LS12 ZNG passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front and rear undertrays; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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