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Mercedes-Benz C

Purple · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

C5 DAVMOT history

C5 DAV is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 20 MOT tests, with 79,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

C5 DAV purple Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
79,268 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
20 passed · 0 failed
Per year
2,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 DAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
3 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 DAV was last recorded at 79,268 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 2,173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
77,095 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,173 miles
Average per year
2,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,268 miles
  • 2025 – 77,095 miles
  • 2024 – 74,320 miles
  • 2023 – 72,216 miles
  • 2022 – 69,497 miles
  • 2021 – 67,654 miles
  • 2020 – 66,517 miles
  • 2019 – 65,525 miles
  • 2018 – 63,944 miles
  • 2017 – 61,964 miles
  • 2016 – 59,228 miles
  • 2015 – 56,713 miles
  • 2014 – 54,782 miles
  • 2013 – 52,547 miles
  • 2012 – 50,273 miles
  • 2011 – 46,803 miles
  • 2009 – 41,975 miles
  • 2008 – 38,184 miles
  • 2007 – 34,121 miles
  • 2006 – 31,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,268 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Under vehicle covers obscuring view of some items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2023

  • Under vehicle covers fitted obscuring view of some items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass79,268 miles (+2,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    79,268 miles
    Test number
    205167234798
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass77,095 miles (+2,775)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,095 miles
    Test number
    439669966064
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring view of various items

  3. Pass74,320 miles (+2,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    74,320 miles
    Test number
    663770527115
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of some items

  4. Pass72,216 miles (+2,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,216 miles
    Test number
    556528436497
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers obscuring view of some items

  5. Pass69,497 miles (+1,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    69,497 miles
    Test number
    609451754861
    • AdvisoryFront Under vehicle cover fitted obscuring view of some items

  6. Pass67,654 miles (+1,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,654 miles
    Test number
    793518306718
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers fitted obscuring view of some items

  7. Pass66,517 miles (+992)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    66,517 miles
    Test number
    899905528029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,525 miles (+1,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    65,525 miles
    Test number
    204542788727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass63,944 miles (+1,980)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    63,944 miles
    Test number
    655515628681
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers fitted obscuring view of some items

  10. Pass61,964 miles (+2,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    61,964 miles
    Test number
    251285483222
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covers obscuring view of some items

  11. Pass59,228 miles (+2,515)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    59,228 miles
    Test number
    250393006712
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass56,713 miles (+1,931)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,713 miles
    Test number
    949979022290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,782 miles (+2,235)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,782 miles
    Test number
    439052634257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,547 miles (+2,274)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    52,547 miles
    Test number
    357958323423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,273 miles (+3,470)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    50,273 miles
    Test number
    765421442274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,803 miles (+4,828)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    46,803 miles
    Test number
    566550831267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,975 miles (+3,791)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,975 miles
    Test number
    304260869288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,184 miles (+4,063)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    38,184 miles
    Test number
    230983968219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,121 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,121 miles
    Test number
    611145657224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,198 miles
    Test number
    543744876118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 DAV

Does C5 DAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 DAV is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 DAV?
The MOT on C5 DAV is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 DAV done?
C5 DAV was recorded at 79,268 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 2,383 miles a year.
Has C5 DAV ever failed its MOT?
No. C5 DAV has passed all 20 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on C5 DAV 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 DAV find?
C5 DAV passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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