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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

S12 TEDMOT history

S12 TED is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 106,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

S12 TED silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
106,161 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 TED
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 TED was last recorded at 106,161 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 306 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,855 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
306 miles
Average per year
6,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,161 miles
  • 2025 – 97,082 miles
  • 2024 – 90,116 miles
  • 2023 – 76,273 miles
  • 2022 – 68,640 miles
  • 2021 – 67,495 miles
  • 2020 – 62,540 miles
  • 2019 – 60,369 miles
  • 2018 – 54,692 miles
  • 2017 – 49,593 miles
  • 2016 – 43,510 miles
  • 2015 – 37,456 miles
  • 2014 – 33,601 miles
  • 2013 – 30,131 miles
  • 2012 – 25,359 miles
  • 2011 – 16,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,161 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main brake pipes at rear of floor nearside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle obscuring some testable items.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front to rear brake pipes not checked all coverd with under trays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,161 miles (+306)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    106,161 miles
    Test number
    779346543866
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main brake pipes at rear of floor nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle obscuring some testable items.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail105,855 miles (+8,773)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,855 miles
    Test number
    404758494324
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main brake pipes at rear of floor nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle obscuring some testable items.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass97,082 miles (+6,966)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,082 miles
    Test number
    238379652966
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass90,116 miles (+659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    90,116 miles
    Test number
    775065625801
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes not checked all coverd with under trays
  5. Fail89,457 miles (+13,184)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,457 miles
    Test number
    408289027039
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes not checked all coverd with under trays
  6. Pass76,273 miles (+7,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    76,273 miles
    Test number
    380530353992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass68,640 miles (+1,145)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    68,640 miles
    Test number
    900536884195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,495 miles (+4,955)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    67,495 miles
    Test number
    105994599593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,540 miles (+2,171)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,540 miles
    Test number
    346114808917
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass60,369 miles (+5,677)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,369 miles
    Test number
    720084489105
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Lower Arm Bush Corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass54,692 miles (+5,099)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,692 miles
    Test number
    192591412598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,593 miles (+6,083)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    49,593 miles
    Test number
    444813063810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,510 miles (+6,054)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    43,510 miles
    Test number
    492476766012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,456 miles (+3,855)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    37,456 miles
    Test number
    988030624233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,601 miles (+3,470)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    33,601 miles
    Test number
    217194154228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,131 miles (+4,772)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    30,131 miles
    Test number
    876176063273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,359 miles (+8,508)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    25,359 miles
    Test number
    418235782248
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cuts to inner sidewalls
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
  18. Pass16,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    16,851 miles
    Test number
    529557481204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about S12 TED

Does S12 TED currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 TED is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 TED?
The MOT on S12 TED is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 TED done?
S12 TED was recorded at 106,161 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 6,156 miles a year.
Has S12 TED ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 TED has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S12 TED 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 S12 TED find?
S12 TED passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main brake pipes at rear of floor nearside; covers under vehicle obscuring some testable items.; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 8 more.

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