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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

B20 MPYMOT history

B20 MPY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 25 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 111,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2024.

B20 MPY silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2025
Mileage
111,956 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 MPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 MPY was last recorded at 111,956 miles on 29 Jan 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,950 miles · 23 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,956 miles
  • 2023 – 99,011 miles
  • 2021 – 95,412 miles
  • 2020 – 87,313 miles
  • 2018 – 80,219 miles
  • 2017 – 80,045 miles
  • 2016 – 78,963 miles
  • 2015 – 76,565 miles
  • 2014 – 73,482 miles
  • 2013 – 70,208 miles
  • 2012 – 65,818 miles
  • 2010 – 59,340 miles
  • 2009 – 51,240 miles
  • 2008 – 43,839 miles
  • 2007 – 39,857 miles
  • 2006 – 32,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,956 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,956 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,956 miles
    Test number
    660048127910
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Fail111,950 miles (+12,939)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,950 miles
    Test number
    745865952232
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass99,011 miles (+3,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,011 miles
    Test number
    403973896946
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear LIGHT LENS CRACKED

  4. Pass95,412 miles (+3,765)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,412 miles
    Test number
    968500315609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,647 miles (+4,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    91,647 miles
    Test number
    617237842640
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,313 miles (+7,094)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,313 miles
    Test number
    930804502977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,219 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,219 miles
    Test number
    185861815753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,045 miles (+1,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    80,045 miles
    Test number
    320358812488
    • AdvisoryEngine management light indicates a fault
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass78,963 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,963 miles
    Test number
    325900907193
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre starting to wear on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail78,963 miles (+2,398)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,963 miles
    Test number
    935986332213
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre starting to wear on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass76,565 miles (+3,083)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    76,565 miles
    Test number
    988476155007
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR ON THE NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER EDGE

  12. Pass73,482 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    73,482 miles
    Test number
    275841354041
    • NoteDAMAGE TO WINDSCREEN OUTSIDE OF SWEPT AREA

  13. Fail73,482 miles (+3,274)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,482 miles
    Test number
    326321154081
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDAMAGE TO WINDSCREEN OUTSIDE OF SWEPT AREA

  14. Pass70,208 miles (+4,390)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,208 miles
    Test number
    559965643044
    • NoteINNER REAR BRAKE PADS APPEAR TO BE GETTING LOW
    • NoteSMALL DAMAGE TO OFFSIDE OF WINDSCREEN

  15. Pass65,818 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    65,818 miles
    Test number
    886479512091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail65,818 miles (+6,478)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,818 miles
    Test number
    926879612066
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass59,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    59,340 miles
    Test number
    890859690235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,340 miles (+8,100)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,340 miles
    Test number
    480469790265
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass51,240 miles (+7,401)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    51,240 miles
    Test number
    163487839218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,839 miles (+3,982)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    43,839 miles
    Test number
    534193738292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,857 miles (+6,916)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,857 miles
    Test number
    282406147262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSills and underside of body covered by trims

  22. Pass32,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    32,941 miles
    Test number
    743802466279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,941 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,941 miles
    Test number
    600742066203
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about B20 MPY

Does B20 MPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B20 MPY expired on 28 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B20 MPY?
The MOT on B20 MPY expired on 28 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B20 MPY done?
B20 MPY was recorded at 111,956 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2024, an average of 4,551 miles a year.
Has B20 MPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 MPY has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on B20 MPY 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 B20 MPY find?
B20 MPY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2024 with 4 advisories: central oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear coil spring corroded; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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