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Mercedes-Benz C 320

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

511 JPBMOT history

511 JPB is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 153,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

511 JPB black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
153,542 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
511 JPB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C 320
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

511 JPB was last recorded at 153,542 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 6,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,046 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,496 miles
Average per year
7,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,542 miles
  • 2025 – 147,046 miles
  • 2024 – 139,761 miles
  • 2023 – 133,117 miles
  • 2022 – 126,427 miles
  • 2021 – 119,636 miles
  • 2020 – 114,397 miles
  • 2019 – 108,157 miles
  • 2018 – 100,365 miles
  • 2017 – 91,915 miles
  • 2016 – 83,786 miles
  • 2015 – 74,080 miles
  • 2014 – 67,553 miles
  • 2013 – 59,097 miles
  • 2012 – 49,778 miles
  • 2011 – 39,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,542 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes perished and deteriorated

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Various suspension bushes deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,542 miles (+6,496)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    153,542 miles
    Test number
    222275079336
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes perished and deteriorated

  2. Pass147,046 miles (+7,285)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    147,046 miles
    Test number
    238846846692
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes deteriorated

  3. Pass139,761 miles (+6,644)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    139,761 miles
    Test number
    221987400256
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes deteriorated

  4. Pass133,117 miles (+6,690)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    133,117 miles
    Test number
    450781384288
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  5. Pass126,427 miles (+6,791)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    126,427 miles
    Test number
    370209844551
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake back plates corroded

  6. Pass119,636 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    119,636 miles
    Test number
    904753158626
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear brake back plates corroding

  7. Fail119,631 miles (+5,234)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,631 miles
    Test number
    472869161457
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear brake back plates corroding
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged Nearside front and offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside front and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass114,397 miles (+6,240)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    114,397 miles
    Test number
    628522733075
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass108,157 miles (+7,792)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    108,157 miles
    Test number
    946354847275
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass100,365 miles (+8,450)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,365 miles
    Test number
    964938437252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass91,915 miles (+8,129)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,915 miles
    Test number
    336419862433
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at rear hose ferrule (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at hose ferrule (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass83,786 miles (+9,706)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,786 miles
    Test number
    203181643770
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight play

  13. Pass74,080 miles (+6,527)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,080 miles
    Test number
    108777885405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass67,553 miles (+8,456)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,553 miles
    Test number
    419088884093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass59,097 miles (+9,319)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    59,097 miles
    Test number
    439713893065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass49,778 miles (+10,318)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,778 miles
    Test number
    767248982007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/f tyre outer edge worn.

  17. Fail39,460 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,460 miles
    Test number
    548241591034
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass39,460 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,460 miles
    Test number
    828071391027
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about 511 JPB

What vehicle is registration 511 JPB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 511 JPB on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 20 Mar 2008. 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 511 JPB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 511 JPB is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 511 JPB?
The MOT on 511 JPB is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 511 JPB done?
511 JPB was recorded at 153,542 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 7,618 miles a year.
Has 511 JPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 511 JPB has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on 511 JPB 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 511 JPB find?
511 JPB passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs, and 5 more.

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