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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc

491 PFMOT history

491 PF is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 25 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 196,488 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

491 PF blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
196,488 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
491 PF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

491 PF was last recorded at 196,488 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,486 miles · 6 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,488 miles
  • 2025 – 190,153 miles
  • 2024 – 183,226 miles
  • 2023 – 176,202 miles
  • 2022 – 169,461 miles
  • 2021 – 162,554 miles
  • 2020 – 155,632 miles
  • 2019 – 149,505 miles
  • 2018 – 135,905 miles
  • 2017 – 129,129 miles
  • 2016 – 119,762 miles
  • 2015 – 110,301 miles
  • 2014 – 103,349 miles
  • 2013 – 92,437 miles
  • 2012 – 82,983 miles
  • 2011 – 74,810 miles
  • 2010 – 64,803 miles
  • 2009 – 52,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,488 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))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.

  • Under body covers fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,488 miles (+2)1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    196,488 miles
    Test number
    613422932044
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail196,486 miles (+6,333)5 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,486 miles
    Test number
    300031519866
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass190,153 miles (+6,927)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    190,153 miles
    Test number
    740522085926
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass183,226 miles (+46)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    183,226 miles
    Test number
    557131473233
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components

  5. Fail183,180 miles (+6,978)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,180 miles
    Test number
    622598296454
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear most silencer holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective lens fogged (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective lens fogged (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components

  6. Pass176,202 miles (+182)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    176,202 miles
    Test number
    177017987702
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

  7. Fail176,020 miles (+6,559)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,020 miles
    Test number
    110229298141
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both front drop links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated

  8. Pass169,461 miles (+249)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    169,461 miles
    Test number
    963678315257
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCut in n/s/f tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  9. Fail169,212 miles (+6,658)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,212 miles
    Test number
    182368230751
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCut in n/s/f tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  10. Pass162,554 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    162,554 miles
    Test number
    295438667798
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  11. Fail162,507 miles (+6,875)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,507 miles
    Test number
    673485982307
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  12. Pass155,632 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    155,632 miles
    Test number
    635142634695
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail155,544 miles (+6,039)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,544 miles
    Test number
    401381239331
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass149,505 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    149,505 miles
    Test number
    334999764891
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  15. Fail149,458 miles (+13,553)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,458 miles
    Test number
    440332796778
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  16. Pass135,905 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    135,905 miles
    Test number
    881494777140
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear tyres getting worn

  17. Fail135,896 miles (+6,767)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,896 miles
    Test number
    188397028251
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres getting worn

  18. Pass129,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    129,129 miles
    Test number
    962865460837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail129,129 miles (+9,367)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,129 miles
    Test number
    677951280946
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass119,762 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    119,762 miles
    Test number
    918507455613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front feathered on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

  21. Fail119,762 miles (+9,461)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,762 miles
    Test number
    570859575043
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front feathered on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

  22. Pass110,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    110,301 miles
    Test number
    987481845123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail110,301 miles (+6,952)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,301 miles
    Test number
    457961945154
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass103,349 miles (+10,912)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    103,349 miles
    Test number
    626893844109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass92,437 miles (+9,454)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    92,437 miles
    Test number
    919524643159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass82,983 miles (+8,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,983 miles
    Test number
    729965042114
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass74,810 miles (+10,007)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,810 miles
    Test number
    827474651110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass64,803 miles (+12,746)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    64,803 miles
    Test number
    312092570166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass52,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    52,057 miles
    Test number
    333108059471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 491 PF

What vehicle is registration 491 PF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 491 PF on a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 25 Oct 2006. 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 491 PF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 491 PF is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 491 PF?
The MOT on 491 PF is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 491 PF done?
491 PF was recorded at 196,488 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 8,464 miles a year.
Has 491 PF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 491 PF has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on 491 PF 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 491 PF find?
491 PF passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 15 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front upper macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened, and 13 more.

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