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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1984 · 2,746 cc

A20 NRFMOT history

A20 NRF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Dec 1984. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2024 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 214,903 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2024
Mileage
214,903 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2023
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A20 NRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,746 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
30 Dec 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2024
Latest MOT test
17 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

A20 NRF was last recorded at 214,903 miles on 17 May 2023, 1,605 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,298 miles · 9 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
1,605 miles
Average per year
857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 214,903 miles
  • 2022 – 213,298 miles
  • 2014 – 213,250 miles
  • 2013 – 213,248 miles
  • 2012 – 212,639 miles
  • 2011 – 212,027 miles
  • 2010 – 211,310 miles
  • 2009 – 209,445 miles
  • 2008 – 206,350 miles
  • 2007 – 204,408 miles
  • 2006 – 200,459 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,903 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.

  • Registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,903 miles (+1,605)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    214,903 miles
    Test number
    229768188793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass213,298 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    213,298 miles
    Test number
    854021287797
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass213,250 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    213,250 miles
    Test number
    377923004050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail213,248 miles (+609)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,248 miles
    Test number
    436408933499
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • NoteMain beam telltale n/w
  5. Pass212,639 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    212,639 miles
    Test number
    495641592287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  6. Fail212,638 miles (+611)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,638 miles
    Test number
    357660892493
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  7. Pass212,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    212,027 miles
    Test number
    385058651292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail212,027 miles (+717)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,027 miles
    Test number
    347256751495
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  9. Pass211,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    211,310 miles
    Test number
    303876230408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail211,310 miles (+1,865)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,310 miles
    Test number
    184392030240
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
  11. Pass209,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    209,445 miles
    Test number
    644163529255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail209,445 miles (+3,095)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,445 miles
    Test number
    161982029204
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
  13. Pass206,350 miles (+1,942)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    206,350 miles
    Test number
    764669188177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight play in both the rear wheel's
    • NoteWhole of the underside of the vehicle is covered in under seal, therefore makin full inspection VERY difficult !!
  14. Pass204,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    204,408 miles
    Test number
    523341007283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail204,408 miles (+3,949)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,408 miles
    Test number
    334098387179
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
  16. Pass200,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    200,459 miles
    Test number
    204909896193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail200,459 miles5 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,459 miles
    Test number
    931477386123
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about A20 NRF

Does A20 NRF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A20 NRF expired on 16 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A20 NRF?
The MOT on A20 NRF expired on 16 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A20 NRF done?
A20 NRF was recorded at 214,903 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2023, an average of 857 miles a year.
Has A20 NRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A20 NRF has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2013.
Has the mileage on A20 NRF 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 A20 NRF find?
A20 NRF passed its latest MOT on 17 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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