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Mercedes-Benz C

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,799 cc

103 FHOMOT history

103 FHO is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 128,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2023.

103 FHO white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2023
Mileage
128,947 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
103 FHO
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

103 FHO was last recorded at 128,947 miles on 13 Dec 2023, 2,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,710 miles · 6 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,237 miles
Average per year
4,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,947 miles
  • 2022 – 126,710 miles
  • 2021 – 123,106 miles
  • 2020 – 120,607 miles
  • 2019 – 115,177 miles
  • 2018 – 109,226 miles
  • 2017 – 104,978 miles
  • 2016 – 98,554 miles
  • 2015 – 92,870 miles
  • 2014 – 88,080 miles
  • 2013 – 82,249 miles
  • 2012 – 77,095 miles
  • 2011 – 71,864 miles
  • 2010 – 68,351 miles
  • 2009 – 66,023 miles
  • 2008 – 61,886 miles
  • 2007 – 60,227 miles
  • 2006 – 54,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,947 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Floor in such a condition it is likely to cause load insecurity or instability CORRODED & HOLED (6.2.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn UPPER ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pad(s) contaminated BOTH N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (b))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured ALL FOUR (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH N/S & O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output BOTH N/S & O/S (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front front shock absorbers and springs have surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail128,947 miles (+2,237)2 dangerous6 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,947 miles
    Test number
    787718885287
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Floor in such a condition it is likely to cause load insecurity or instability CORRODED & HOLED (6.2.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn UPPER ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) contaminated BOTH N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured ALL FOUR (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH N/S & O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output BOTH N/S & O/S (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass126,710 miles (+3,604)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    126,710 miles
    Test number
    691376512497
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  3. Pass123,106 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    123,106 miles
    Test number
    811849918458
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail123,104 miles (+2,497)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,104 miles
    Test number
    519377921709
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis where wishbone bolts in (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength coil spring cup corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass120,607 miles (+5,430)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,607 miles
    Test number
    989408276146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  6. Pass115,177 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,177 miles
    Test number
    854510354638
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront front shock absorbers and springs have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail115,176 miles (+5,950)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,176 miles
    Test number
    200221809253
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront front shock absorbers and springs have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass109,226 miles (+4,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    109,226 miles
    Test number
    126006129496
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded slight play front wheel bearings & steering

  9. Pass104,978 miles (+6,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    104,978 miles
    Test number
    533370100068
    • AdvisorySlight play rear wheel bearings all 4 tyres wearing close to limit

  10. Pass98,554 miles (+5,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    98,554 miles
    Test number
    163128845925
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing close to limit

  11. Pass92,870 miles (+4,790)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    92,870 miles
    Test number
    596449655151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering

  12. Pass88,080 miles (+5,831)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    88,080 miles
    Test number
    266608844408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering joints

  13. Pass82,249 miles (+5,154)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    82,249 miles
    Test number
    796083063152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass77,095 miles (+5,231)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    77,095 miles
    Test number
    927323762173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust showing signs of deteriation
    • NoteN/s/f tyre showing signs of deteriation
    • NoteUnable to fully check inner of both rear disc,s due to back plates being fitted

  15. Pass71,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    71,864 miles
    Test number
    705874041118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail71,864 miles (+3,513)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,864 miles
    Test number
    219864941107
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass68,351 miles (+2,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    68,351 miles
    Test number
    620763230182
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass66,023 miles (+4,137)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    66,023 miles
    Test number
    690050249151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,886 miles (+1,659)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    61,886 miles
    Test number
    250161448498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,227 miles (+5,688)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    60,227 miles
    Test number
    993745147173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    54,539 miles
    Test number
    391517146009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 103 FHO

What vehicle is registration 103 FHO currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 103 FHO on a white petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Oct 1999. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 103 FHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 103 FHO expired on 12 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 103 FHO?
The MOT on 103 FHO expired on 12 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 103 FHO done?
103 FHO was recorded at 128,947 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2023, an average of 4,175 miles a year.
Has 103 FHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 103 FHO has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on 103 FHO 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 103 FHO find?
103 FHO failed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 13 advisories: offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; rear floor in such a condition it is likely to cause load insecurity or instability corroded & holed; front inner brake disc significantly and obviously worn both n/s & o/s, and 20 more.

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