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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

480 BVKMOT history

480 BVK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 98,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

480 BVK silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
98,181 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
480 BVK
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

480 BVK was last recorded at 98,181 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,181 miles · 5 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,181 miles
  • 2025 – 88,508 miles
  • 2024 – 76,936 miles
  • 2023 – 68,491 miles
  • 2021 – 58,793 miles
  • 2020 – 52,976 miles
  • 2019 – 45,421 miles
  • 2018 – 39,532 miles
  • 2017 – 34,499 miles
  • 2016 – 34,151 miles
  • 2015 – 33,513 miles
  • 2014 – 32,121 miles
  • 2013 – 30,047 miles
  • 2011 – 27,940 miles
  • 2010 – 24,002 miles
  • 2009 – 20,887 miles
  • 2007 – 18,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,181 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened foremost (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rearmost (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened foremost (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rearmost (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,181 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    98,181 miles
    Test number
    587566414994
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened foremost (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rearmost (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened foremost (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rearmost (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail98,181 miles (+9,673)1 dangerous3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,181 miles
    Test number
    157385734830
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened foremost (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rearmost (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened foremost (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rearmost (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass88,508 miles (+1)3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    88,508 miles
    Test number
    990723858726
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Fail88,507 miles (+11,571)2 major3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,507 miles
    Test number
    480565092799
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass76,936 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    76,936 miles
    Test number
    922199179322
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail76,933 miles (+8,442)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,933 miles
    Test number
    338624069784
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass68,491 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    68,491 miles
    Test number
    110399250563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail68,489 miles (+9,696)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,489 miles
    Test number
    425581199242
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass58,793 miles (+16)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    58,793 miles
    Test number
    535743942509
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail58,777 miles (+5,801)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,777 miles
    Test number
    593675164433
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass52,976 miles (+7,555)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    52,976 miles
    Test number
    327856058354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass45,421 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    45,421 miles
    Test number
    362681466842
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Fail45,420 miles (+5,888)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,420 miles
    Test number
    788476356002
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Pass39,532 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,532 miles
    Test number
    206080888572
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Fail39,525 miles (+5,026)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,525 miles
    Test number
    156651531966
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  16. Pass34,499 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    34,499 miles
    Test number
    974984658419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,151 miles (+638)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    34,151 miles
    Test number
    457353051724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,513 miles (+1,392)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    33,513 miles
    Test number
    336164215049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,121 miles (+2,074)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    32,121 miles
    Test number
    907395914087
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner sidewall cut

  20. Fail30,047 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,047 miles
    Test number
    167706813067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOff side front tyre close to limits on inner edges

  21. Pass30,047 miles (+2,107)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,047 miles
    Test number
    618516913064
    • NoteOff side front tyre close to limits on inner edges

  22. Pass27,940 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,940 miles
    Test number
    298314861390
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail27,937 miles (+3,935)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,937 miles
    Test number
    229883361332
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads very low and discs lipped

  24. Pass24,002 miles (+3,115)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    24,002 miles
    Test number
    264437230401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    20,887 miles
    Test number
    920156539084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,883 miles (+2,546)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,883 miles
    Test number
    192236239052
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass18,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    18,337 miles
    Test number
    683517947352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail18,337 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,337 miles
    Test number
    952637847304
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about 480 BVK

What vehicle is registration 480 BVK currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 480 BVK on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Dec 2004. 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 480 BVK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 480 BVK is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 480 BVK?
The MOT on 480 BVK is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 480 BVK done?
480 BVK was recorded at 98,181 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 4,399 miles a year.
Has 480 BVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 480 BVK has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on 480 BVK 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 480 BVK find?
480 BVK passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 12 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 9 more.

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