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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 2,143 cc

C5 BALMOT history

C5 BAL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 21 Jan 2017. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 72,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

C5 BAL black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,040 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 BAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
21 Jan 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 BAL was last recorded at 72,040 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 8,429 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
63,611 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,429 miles
Average per year
7,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,040 miles
  • 2023 – 54,143 miles
  • 2022 – 39,267 miles
  • 2021 – 31,962 miles
  • 2020 – 28,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,040 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve Slight crack. (5.2.2 (a))

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.

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 20 Jan 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,040 miles (+8,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,040 miles
    Test number
    594918776644
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve Slight crack. (5.2.2 (a))

  2. Pass63,611 miles (+9,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    63,611 miles
    Test number
    266050748899
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light unit cracked.

  3. Pass54,143 miles (+7,147)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    54,143 miles
    Test number
    814890130035
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light unit cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass46,996 miles (+7,729)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    46,996 miles
    Test number
    115896481771
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer light lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass39,267 miles (+7,305)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    39,267 miles
    Test number
    435925998891
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test hanging from interior mirror

  6. Pass31,962 miles (+3,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    31,962 miles
    Test number
    688476684061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass28,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    28,594 miles
    Test number
    339506461072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail28,594 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,594 miles
    Test number
    163340879360
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Questions about C5 BAL

Does C5 BAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 BAL is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 BAL?
The MOT on C5 BAL is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 BAL done?
C5 BAL was recorded at 72,040 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 7,336 miles a year.
Has C5 BAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 BAL has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on C5 BAL 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 C5 BAL find?
C5 BAL passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear road wheel fractured at bridge over valve slight crack..

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