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Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,796 cc

A14 XSHMOT history

A14 XSH is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 149,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

A14 XSH silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
149,394 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A14 XSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A14 XSH was last recorded at 149,394 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 14,669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,725 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
14,669 miles
Average per year
8,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,394 miles
  • 2025 – 134,725 miles
  • 2024 – 123,925 miles
  • 2023 – 117,134 miles
  • 2022 – 106,735 miles
  • 2021 – 98,210 miles
  • 2020 – 92,721 miles
  • 2019 – 87,398 miles
  • 2018 – 83,937 miles
  • 2017 – 81,547 miles
  • 2016 – 72,970 miles
  • 2015 – 64,313 miles
  • 2014 – 54,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,394 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective x2. Starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases STRONG ADVISE (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front. x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Catch/Latch seized. (Only secured by OSF currently) (3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image slightly poor
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism slightly poor
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF & OSR (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Undertrays and sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,394 miles2 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    149,394 miles
    Test number
    112525274661
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective x2. Starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases STRONG ADVISE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front. x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Catch/Latch seized. (Only secured by OSF currently) (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image slightly poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism slightly poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF & OSR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  2. Fail149,394 miles (+14,669)2 major2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,394 miles
    Test number
    340071149049
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective x2. Starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases STRONG ADVISE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front. x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Catch/Latch seized. (Only secured by OSF currently) (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image slightly poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism slightly poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF & OSR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  3. Pass134,725 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    134,725 miles
    Test number
    847940562834
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sill covers fitted
  4. Fail134,718 miles (+10,793)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,718 miles
    Test number
    557166830256
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sill covers fitted
  5. Pass123,925 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    123,925 miles
    Test number
    793653228878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail123,924 miles (+6,790)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,924 miles
    Test number
    972197955198
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass117,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    117,134 miles
    Test number
    332620746399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail117,134 miles (+10,399)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,134 miles
    Test number
    595216970723
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass106,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    106,735 miles
    Test number
    687121962868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail106,735 miles (+8,525)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,735 miles
    Test number
    841443347572
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass98,210 miles (+5,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    98,210 miles
    Test number
    569030391871
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  12. Pass92,721 miles (+5,323)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    92,721 miles
    Test number
    880471130084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/35r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Close to edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass87,398 miles (+3,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    87,398 miles
    Test number
    894743792113
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Both central mountings have corrodied away. (6.1.2 (a))
  14. Pass83,937 miles (+2,390)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    83,937 miles
    Test number
    993542228965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,547 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,547 miles
    Test number
    964700894830
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket corroded and broken but exhaust still secure
  16. Fail81,547 miles (+8,577)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,547 miles
    Test number
    964155804129
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 22% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket corroded and broken but exhaust still secure
  17. Pass72,970 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,970 miles
    Test number
    585562809121
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing thin outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  18. Fail72,970 miles (+45)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,970 miles
    Test number
    163449968000
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front parking light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing thin outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  19. Fail72,925 miles (+8,612)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,925 miles
    Test number
    187457474762
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear 245/35/18 (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass64,313 miles (+9,962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,313 miles
    Test number
    996206799131
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on 3mm
  21. Pass54,351 miles (+6,217)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,351 miles
    Test number
    829912334346
    • NoteHigh level light 3 leds inop
  22. Pass48,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,134 miles
    Test number
    317717484080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A14 XSH

Does A14 XSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A14 XSH is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on A14 XSH?
The MOT on A14 XSH is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A14 XSH done?
A14 XSH was recorded at 149,394 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 8,067 miles a year.
Has A14 XSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A14 XSH has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on A14 XSH 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 A14 XSH find?
A14 XSH passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 18 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; windscreen wiper blade defective x2. starting to smear; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear, and 17 more.

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