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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

S12 VJYMOT history

S12 VJY is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 29 Feb 2012. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2025 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 87,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2024.

S12 VJY black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2025
Mileage
87,947 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2024
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 VJY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 VJY was last recorded at 87,947 miles on 3 Feb 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,947 miles · 2 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 87,947 miles
  • 2022 – 85,182 miles
  • 2021 – 82,291 miles
  • 2020 – 76,500 miles
  • 2019 – 73,648 miles
  • 2018 – 58,514 miles
  • 2017 – 47,165 miles
  • 2016 – 36,019 miles
  • 2015 – 24,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,947 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring testable itemsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Full undertray fitted obscuring some componants

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,947 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    87,947 miles
    Test number
    613357664847
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring testable items
  2. Fail87,947 miles (+2,765)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,947 miles
    Test number
    981420234647
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring testable items
  3. Pass85,182 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    85,182 miles
    Test number
    456270314200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items
  4. Fail85,176 miles (+2,885)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,176 miles
    Test number
    822794544096
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In inner wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items
  5. Pass82,291 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    82,291 miles
    Test number
    819671084224
    • AdvisoryFull undertray fitted obscuring some componants
  6. Fail82,285 miles (+5,785)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,285 miles
    Test number
    384042337703
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull undertray fitted obscuring some componants
  7. Pass76,500 miles (+2,852)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    76,500 miles
    Test number
    267161970171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,648 miles (+15,134)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    73,648 miles
    Test number
    328875426331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,514 miles (+11,349)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    58,514 miles
    Test number
    837346890820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,165 miles (+11,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,165 miles
    Test number
    190991222726
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyre's cut on sidewall
  11. Pass36,019 miles (+11,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    36,019 miles
    Test number
    323589351672
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing view of some components
  12. Pass24,970 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    24,970 miles
    Test number
    179117645469
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front and nearside rear tyres both have slight damage to outer sidewalls

Questions about S12 VJY

Does S12 VJY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S12 VJY expired on 2 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S12 VJY?
The MOT on S12 VJY expired on 2 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S12 VJY done?
S12 VJY was recorded at 87,947 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2024, an average of 7,026 miles a year.
Has S12 VJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 VJY has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S12 VJY 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 VJY find?
S12 VJY passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2024 with 5 advisories: front wheel bearing has slight play both sides; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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