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Mercedes-Benz C 320

Red · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

C5 BSAMOT history

C5 BSA is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 12 Feb 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 67,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

C5 BSA red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
67,491 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,977 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 BSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C 320
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 Feb 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 BSA was last recorded at 67,491 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,311 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
180 miles
Average per year
2,977 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,491 miles
  • 2025 – 67,311 miles
  • 2024 – 66,867 miles
  • 2023 – 66,306 miles
  • 2022 – 65,493 miles
  • 2021 – 63,663 miles
  • 2020 – 62,601 miles
  • 2019 – 59,576 miles
  • 2018 – 56,827 miles
  • 2017 – 52,625 miles
  • 2016 – 48,178 miles
  • 2015 – 41,234 miles
  • 2014 – 36,583 miles
  • 2013 – 31,585 miles
  • 2012 – 25,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,491 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    67,491 miles
    Test number
    265931184892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail67,491 miles (+180)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,491 miles
    Test number
    816290670951
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass67,311 miles (+444)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    67,311 miles
    Test number
    605895802625
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass66,867 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,867 miles
    Test number
    135214448402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail66,867 miles (+561)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,867 miles
    Test number
    664438567906
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brake fluid leaking excessively (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,306 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    66,306 miles
    Test number
    764715904986
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail66,267 miles (+774)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,267 miles
    Test number
    371402191361
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass65,493 miles (+12)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    65,493 miles
    Test number
    519130343553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail65,481 miles (+1,818)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,481 miles
    Test number
    817269546606
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass63,663 miles (+1,062)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    63,663 miles
    Test number
    897608410636
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass62,601 miles (+3,025)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    62,601 miles
    Test number
    255149985707
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass59,576 miles (+2,749)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,576 miles
    Test number
    784611160073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  13. Pass56,827 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    56,827 miles
    Test number
    706267954437
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obsecuring some components

  14. Fail56,824 miles (+4,199)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,824 miles
    Test number
    955020881376
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obsecuring some components

  15. Pass52,625 miles (+4,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    52,625 miles
    Test number
    606872716465
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass48,178 miles (+6,944)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    48,178 miles
    Test number
    288425993633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre loosing pressure
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under covers fitted

  17. Pass41,234 miles (+4,651)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,234 miles
    Test number
    465377145091
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNs/f os/f tyre is cracking

  18. Pass36,583 miles (+4,998)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    36,583 miles
    Test number
    239798544081
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass31,585 miles (+5,642)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,585 miles
    Test number
    416945433049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass25,943 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    25,943 miles
    Test number
    606888832032
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about C5 BSA

Does C5 BSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 BSA is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 BSA?
The MOT on C5 BSA is valid until 21 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 BSA done?
C5 BSA was recorded at 67,491 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 2,977 miles a year.
Has C5 BSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 BSA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 BSA 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 BSA find?
C5 BSA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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