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Mercedes-Benz SLC

Red · Diesel · 2017 · 2,143 cc

481 DRCMOT history

481 DRC is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz SLC first used on 14 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 71,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
71,256 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
481 DRC
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLC
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
14 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

481 DRC was last recorded at 71,256 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 6,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,182 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,074 miles
Average per year
6,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,256 miles
  • 2025 – 65,182 miles
  • 2024 – 57,717 miles
  • 2023 – 52,587 miles
  • 2022 – 48,600 miles
  • 2021 – 36,398 miles
  • 2020 – 28,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,256 miles
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 26 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,256 miles (+6,074)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    71,256 miles
    Test number
    200021150557
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass65,182 miles (+7,465)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    65,182 miles
    Test number
    817168537897
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass57,717 miles (+5,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    57,717 miles
    Test number
    150756412520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front alloy been repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass52,587 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    52,587 miles
    Test number
    317998277267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front alloy wheel has had a repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail52,587 miles (+3,987)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,587 miles
    Test number
    326033724684
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass48,600 miles (+12,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    48,600 miles
    Test number
    729211449306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass36,398 miles (+7,911)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    36,398 miles
    Test number
    623790658404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass28,487 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    28,487 miles
    Test number
    250207256070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail28,398 miles1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,398 miles
    Test number
    122108827252
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Questions about 481 DRC

What vehicle is registration 481 DRC currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 481 DRC on a red diesel Mercedes-Benz SLC first used on 14 Jul 2017. 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 481 DRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 481 DRC is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 481 DRC?
The MOT on 481 DRC is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 481 DRC done?
481 DRC was recorded at 71,256 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 6,860 miles a year.
Has 481 DRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 481 DRC has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on 481 DRC 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 481 DRC find?
481 DRC passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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