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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

S12 RMWMOT history

S12 RMW is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 23 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 247,961 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

S12 RMW blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
247,961 km
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,461 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 RMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 RMW was last recorded at 247,961 km on 1 Jul 2026, 42,831 km more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Sept 2024: 146,023 miles, lower than 220,945 miles on 7 Oct 2023.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
205,130 km · 5 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
42,831 km
Average per year
11,461 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 247,961 km
  • 2022 – 205,130 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass247,961 km
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass247,961 km1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    247,961 km
    Test number
    839684859419
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass152,409 miles (+6,386)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    152,409 miles
    Test number
    843534677278
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass146,023 miles (-74,922)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    146,023 miles
    Test number
    282019107550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass220,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    220,945 miles
    Test number
    845210134253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass205,130 km1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    205,130 km
    Test number
    694374510250
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass110,796 miles (+4,871)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,796 miles
    Test number
    775835395756
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under try s fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass105,925 miles (+4,996)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    105,925 miles
    Test number
    639219298423
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass100,929 miles (+3,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    100,929 miles
    Test number
    382333228963
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass96,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    96,940 miles
    Test number
    341277084655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,939 miles (+2,520)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,939 miles
    Test number
    446685832309
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass94,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    94,419 miles
    Test number
    983246825883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,419 miles (+1,172)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,419 miles
    Test number
    163424898470
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass93,247 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    93,247 miles
    Test number
    211541607685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  14. Fail93,247 miles (+1,464)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,247 miles
    Test number
    594213919474
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  15. Pass91,783 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,783 miles
    Test number
    286579475016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Fail91,783 miles (+2,058)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,783 miles
    Test number
    596369175070
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass89,725 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    89,725 miles
    Test number
    938439854056
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail89,724 miles (+3,686)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,724 miles
    Test number
    885028654042
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass86,038 miles (+4,911)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    86,038 miles
    Test number
    436426953004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass81,127 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    81,127 miles
    Test number
    175426752009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre not to cords

  21. Fail81,127 miles (+6,818)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,127 miles
    Test number
    708106352008
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass74,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    74,309 miles
    Test number
    519749761089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail74,309 miles (+6,816)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,309 miles
    Test number
    499177961027
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak from engine.

  24. Pass67,493 miles (+6,152)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,493 miles
    Test number
    380826750036
    • NoteNearside park brake effort low compared to offside

  25. Pass61,341 miles (+8,068)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,341 miles
    Test number
    351714469079
    • NoteFront brake disks worn near borderline
    • NoteNearside front inner brake pad worn 55% app
    • NoteOffside rear foot & park brake efforts low compaired to nearside rear

  26. Pass53,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,273 miles
    Test number
    140694068451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail53,273 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,273 miles
    Test number
    214874668055
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about S12 RMW

Does S12 RMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 RMW is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 RMW?
The MOT on S12 RMW is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 RMW done?
S12 RMW was recorded at 247,961 km at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 11,461 km a year.
Has S12 RMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 RMW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on S12 RMW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Sept 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S12 RMW find?
S12 RMW passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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