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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LT12 BCUMOT history

LT12 BCU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 134,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

LT12 BCU silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
134,770 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 BCU
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
26 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 BCU was last recorded at 134,770 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 95 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,675 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
95 miles
Average per year
9,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,770 miles
  • 2025 – 125,499 miles
  • 2024 – 117,708 miles
  • 2023 – 110,742 miles
  • 2022 – 99,276 miles
  • 2021 – 87,978 miles
  • 2020 – 78,109 miles
  • 2019 – 68,346 miles
  • 2018 – 58,042 miles
  • 2017 – 47,460 miles
  • 2016 – 39,194 miles
  • 2015 – 29,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,770 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords + worn on inner edge! (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,770 miles (+95)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    134,770 miles
    Test number
    288942682335
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords + worn on inner edge! (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail134,675 miles (+9,176)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,675 miles
    Test number
    570399388767
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords + worn on inner edge! (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass125,499 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    125,499 miles
    Test number
    265145802812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail125,499 miles (+7,791)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,499 miles
    Test number
    944200390937
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass117,708 miles (+6,966)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,708 miles
    Test number
    432425258818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass110,742 miles (+11,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,742 miles
    Test number
    631689992663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass99,276 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,276 miles
    Test number
    937323314593
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail99,275 miles (+11,297)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,275 miles
    Test number
    191520361657
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass87,978 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    87,978 miles
    Test number
    811487209624
    • AdvisoryAll tyres T rate (winter tyres)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - caster arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - caster arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail87,978 miles (+9,869)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,978 miles
    Test number
    563775333341
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres T rate (winter tyres)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - caster arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - caster arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass78,109 miles (+9,763)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,109 miles
    Test number
    671839031824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,346 miles (+10,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    68,346 miles
    Test number
    896052773964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  13. Pass58,042 miles (+10,582)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    58,042 miles
    Test number
    844520107289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,460 miles (+8,266)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,460 miles
    Test number
    128115734248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,194 miles (+9,521)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    39,194 miles
    Test number
    710236597237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    29,673 miles
    Test number
    879341245030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT12 BCU

Does LT12 BCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 BCU is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 BCU?
The MOT on LT12 BCU is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 BCU done?
LT12 BCU was recorded at 134,770 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 9,502 miles a year.
Has LT12 BCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 BCU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LT12 BCU 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 LT12 BCU find?
LT12 BCU passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords + worn on inner edge!.

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