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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,199 cc

9 DEMOT history

9 DE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 83,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

9 DE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
83,462 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
9 DE
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

9 DE was last recorded at 83,462 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 7,172 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,290 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,172 miles
Average per year
3,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,462 miles
  • 2025 – 76,290 miles
  • 2024 – 75,258 miles
  • 2023 – 67,003 miles
  • 2022 – 61,503 miles
  • 2021 – 56,714 miles
  • 2020 – 51,230 miles
  • 2019 – 45,523 miles
  • 2018 – 41,428 miles
  • 2017 – 38,290 miles
  • 2016 – 36,022 miles
  • 2015 – 33,211 miles
  • 2014 – 30,668 miles
  • 2013 – 28,722 miles
  • 2012 – 27,214 miles
  • 2011 – 24,271 miles
  • 2010 – 21,058 miles
  • 2009 – 19,794 miles
  • 2008 – 17,304 miles
  • 2007 – 15,189 miles
  • 2006 – 11,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,462 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,462 miles (+7,172)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    83,462 miles
    Test number
    359554980194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,290 miles (+1,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    76,290 miles
    Test number
    627861281045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass75,258 miles (+8,255)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,258 miles
    Test number
    537647573995
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass67,003 miles (+5,500)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    67,003 miles
    Test number
    436552438114
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt secure

  5. Pass61,503 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    61,503 miles
    Test number
    806882001261
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail61,503 miles (+4,789)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,503 miles
    Test number
    288310268732
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass56,714 miles (+5,484)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    56,714 miles
    Test number
    534346398829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,230 miles (+5,707)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    51,230 miles
    Test number
    765367998673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,523 miles
    Test number
    594272115905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,523 miles (+4,095)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,523 miles
    Test number
    606951000124
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass41,428 miles (+3,138)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    41,428 miles
    Test number
    388732481741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged valve stem cracking heavily. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged valve stem cracking heavily. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged valve stem cracking heavily. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass38,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,290 miles
    Test number
    282773223408
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded both (2.4.G.4a)

  13. Fail38,292 miles (+2,270)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,292 miles
    Test number
    541378950709
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded both (2.4.G.4a)

  14. Pass36,022 miles (+2,811)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,022 miles
    Test number
    879822259947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,211 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,211 miles
    Test number
    305818725113
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished

  16. Fail33,211 miles (+2,543)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,211 miles
    Test number
    709387225128
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished

  17. Pass30,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    30,668 miles
    Test number
    448813934174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,668 miles (+1,946)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,668 miles
    Test number
    168282034158
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass28,722 miles (+1,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    28,722 miles
    Test number
    226329323170
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass27,214 miles (+2,943)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,214 miles
    Test number
    899353242193
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on 3mm

  21. Pass24,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,271 miles
    Test number
    448717741193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,271 miles (+3,213)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,271 miles
    Test number
    627745741168
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Fail21,058 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,058 miles
    Test number
    220661430176
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  24. Pass21,058 miles (+1,264)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    21,058 miles
    Test number
    953851030112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,794 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,794 miles
    Test number
    810085129152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,304 miles (+2,115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,304 miles
    Test number
    592794638168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass15,189 miles (+3,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    15,189 miles
    Test number
    104281477035
    • 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)

  28. Pass11,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    11,341 miles
    Test number
    802119566048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail11,341 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,341 miles
    Test number
    922229966094
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about 9 DE

What vehicle is registration 9 DE currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 9 DE on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Mar 2003. 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 9 DE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 9 DE is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 9 DE?
The MOT on 9 DE is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 9 DE done?
9 DE was recorded at 83,462 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 3,512 miles a year.
Has 9 DE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 9 DE has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on 9 DE 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 9 DE find?
9 DE passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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