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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

514 CAAMOT history

514 CAA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 51,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

514 CAA silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
51,447 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
514 CAA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

514 CAA was last recorded at 51,447 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,441 miles · 18 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,447 miles
  • 2025 – 45,166 miles
  • 2024 – 35,728 miles
  • 2023 – 33,838 miles
  • 2022 – 33,004 miles
  • 2020 – 32,606 miles
  • 2019 – 31,459 miles
  • 2018 – 30,225 miles
  • 2017 – 29,294 miles
  • 2016 – 28,207 miles
  • 2015 – 27,254 miles
  • 2014 – 26,257 miles
  • 2013 – 25,173 miles
  • 2012 – 23,425 miles
  • 2011 – 21,294 miles
  • 2010 – 19,893 miles
  • 2009 – 18,314 miles
  • 2008 – 16,682 miles
  • 2007 – 13,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,447 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Gearbox and silencer supports (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,447 miles (+6)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    51,447 miles
    Test number
    986660048696
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Gearbox and silencer supports (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail51,441 miles (+130)5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,441 miles
    Test number
    603029494553
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front pipe to gearbox and rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail51,311 miles (+6,145)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,311 miles
    Test number
    359769026609
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Jacking Rubber Missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass45,166 miles (+9,438)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    45,166 miles
    Test number
    989004183985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass35,728 miles (+938)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    35,728 miles
    Test number
    100466491407
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass34,790 miles (+952)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    34,790 miles
    Test number
    933961251755
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass33,838 miles (+834)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    33,838 miles
    Test number
    355556795578
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass33,004 miles (+398)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    33,004 miles
    Test number
    705745319777
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass32,606 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    32,606 miles
    Test number
    395094297459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps misted

  10. Fail32,605 miles (+1,146)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,605 miles
    Test number
    224455937458
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps misted

  11. Pass31,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    31,459 miles
    Test number
    503185797739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail31,459 miles (+1,234)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,459 miles
    Test number
    298524346023
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass30,225 miles (+931)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    30,225 miles
    Test number
    287254723518
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass29,294 miles (+1,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    29,294 miles
    Test number
    459050131846
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pads wearing thin

  15. Pass28,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    28,207 miles
    Test number
    191919336055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail28,205 miles (+951)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,205 miles
    Test number
    947275837228
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass27,254 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,254 miles
    Test number
    146414655141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail27,254 miles (+997)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,254 miles
    Test number
    446744655139
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass26,257 miles (+1,084)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    26,257 miles
    Test number
    918244264123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,173 miles (+1,748)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    25,173 miles
    Test number
    245244853416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,425 miles (+2,131)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,425 miles
    Test number
    287716542196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,294 miles (+1,401)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,294 miles
    Test number
    455264881076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,893 miles (+1,579)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    19,893 miles
    Test number
    134651790499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,314 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    18,314 miles
    Test number
    553056589057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,682 miles (+3,274)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,682 miles
    Test number
    240746688052
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn low on outer edge
    • NoteRear tyres worn to 3mm

  26. Pass13,408 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    13,408 miles
    Test number
    440265577097
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perisheding on tread and wearing on edges.
    • NoteOffide rear tyre has damage to the outer sidewall not deep enought to expose to show cord's.
    • NoteRear number plate letters/digits starting to fade.

Questions about 514 CAA

What vehicle is registration 514 CAA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 514 CAA on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Mar 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 514 CAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 514 CAA is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 514 CAA?
The MOT on 514 CAA is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 514 CAA done?
514 CAA was recorded at 51,447 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 1,942 miles a year.
Has 514 CAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 514 CAA has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 514 CAA 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 514 CAA find?
514 CAA passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 13 advisories: exhaust mounting defective gearbox and silencer supports; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 10 more.

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