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Mercedes-Benz C

White · Diesel · 2010 · 2,143 cc

2005 DRMOT history

2005 DR is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 5 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 135,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

2005 DR white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
135,214 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2005 DR
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
5 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

2005 DR was last recorded at 135,214 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 12,204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,010 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12,204 miles
Average per year
6,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,214 miles
  • 2025 – 123,010 miles
  • 2024 – 116,943 miles
  • 2023 – 113,734 miles
  • 2022 – 111,478 miles
  • 2021 – 107,713 miles
  • 2019 – 100,916 miles
  • 2018 – 90,380 miles
  • 2017 – 80,551 miles
  • 2016 – 75,283 miles
  • 2015 – 62,707 miles
  • 2014 – 50,323 miles
  • 2013 – 43,809 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,214 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

Full MOT history

17 tests since 18 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    135,214 miles
    Test number
    381647625842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail135,214 miles (+12,204)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,214 miles
    Test number
    287126881478
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,010 miles (+6,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,010 miles
    Test number
    978779384826
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,943 miles (+149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    116,943 miles
    Test number
    177355464945
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail116,794 miles (+3,060)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,794 miles
    Test number
    392328161759
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass113,734 miles (+2,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    113,734 miles
    Test number
    794186829879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass111,478 miles (+3,765)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    111,478 miles
    Test number
    355944702801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,713 miles (+6,797)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,713 miles
    Test number
    348955206943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,916 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,916 miles
    Test number
    542010008305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,915 miles (+10,535)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,915 miles
    Test number
    162806330469
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass90,380 miles (+9,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,380 miles
    Test number
    554262573632
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass80,551 miles (+5,268)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,551 miles
    Test number
    699062742911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    75,283 miles
    Test number
    342579322582
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDamage osf head light

  14. Fail75,283 miles (+12,576)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,283 miles
    Test number
    355274094555
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDamage osf head light

  15. Pass62,707 miles (+12,384)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    62,707 miles
    Test number
    715573165022
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass50,323 miles (+6,514)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,323 miles
    Test number
    485929544080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    43,809 miles
    Test number
    947879843067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 2005 DR

What vehicle is registration 2005 DR currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2005 DR on a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 5 Mar 2010. 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 2005 DR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 2005 DR is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 2005 DR?
The MOT on 2005 DR is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 2005 DR done?
2005 DR was recorded at 135,214 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 6,717 miles a year.
Has 2005 DR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2005 DR has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 2005 DR 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 2005 DR find?
2005 DR passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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