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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,991 cc

LS12 ZNTMOT history

LS12 ZNT is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 24 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 154,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

LS12 ZNT black Mercedes-Benz B-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
154,042 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 ZNT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS12 ZNT was last recorded at 154,042 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 6,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,972 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,070 miles
Average per year
10,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,042 miles
  • 2025 – 147,972 miles
  • 2024 – 139,379 miles
  • 2023 – 126,211 miles
  • 2022 – 111,349 miles
  • 2021 – 96,779 miles
  • 2020 – 86,053 miles
  • 2019 – 71,716 miles
  • 2018 – 61,268 miles
  • 2017 – 50,842 miles
  • 2016 – 42,476 miles
  • 2015 – 36,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail154,042 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 and from abs pump ? (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear below cover at front of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Road wheel slightly distorted both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail154,042 miles (+6,070)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,042 miles
    Test number
    887017425767
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 and from abs pump ? (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear below cover at front of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass147,972 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    147,972 miles
    Test number
    280527016054
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail147,972 miles (+8,593)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,972 miles
    Test number
    742411277878
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  4. Pass139,379 miles (+163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    139,379 miles
    Test number
    783124365124
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  5. Fail139,216 miles (+13,005)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,216 miles
    Test number
    644992009430
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted both (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  6. Pass126,211 miles (+14,862)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    126,211 miles
    Test number
    140780991104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass111,349 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    111,349 miles
    Test number
    447060687332
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail111,349 miles (+14,570)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,349 miles
    Test number
    615523502542
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn
  9. Pass96,779 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,779 miles
    Test number
    703285231456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edges
  10. Fail96,775 miles (+10,722)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,775 miles
    Test number
    477734867744
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure
  11. Pass86,053 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,053 miles
    Test number
    618343656954
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
  12. Fail86,053 miles (+14,337)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,053 miles
    Test number
    533076859477
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
  13. Pass71,716 miles (+10,448)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,716 miles
    Test number
    997426029640
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass61,268 miles (+10,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,268 miles
    Test number
    323370505941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  15. Pass50,842 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,842 miles
    Test number
    739363963528
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Fail50,842 miles (+8,366)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,842 miles
    Test number
    159956715459
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass42,476 miles (+6,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    42,476 miles
    Test number
    806082215392
    • AdvisoryNsr brake pipe rusting at flex
    • AdvisoryOsr brake pipe rusting at flex
  18. Pass36,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    36,306 miles
    Test number
    219112825416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 ZNT

Does LS12 ZNT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 ZNT is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS12 ZNT?
The MOT on LS12 ZNT is valid until 1 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 ZNT done?
LS12 ZNT was recorded at 154,042 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 10,407 miles a year.
Has LS12 ZNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 ZNT has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 ZNT 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 ZNT find?
LS12 ZNT failed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded x 2 and from abs pump ?; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 3 more.

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