Mercedes Auto Trail

White · Diesel · 2003 · 2,700 cc

C5 TGVMOT history

C5 TGV is a white diesel Mercedes Auto Trail first used on 20 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 46,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
46,197 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,603 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 TGV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
Auto Trail
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,700 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 TGV was last recorded at 46,197 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 1,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,182 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,015 miles
Average per year
1,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,197 miles
  • 2025 – 45,182 miles
  • 2024 – 43,174 miles
  • 2023 – 41,900 miles
  • 2022 – 40,982 miles
  • 2021 – 40,034 miles
  • 2020 – 38,517 miles
  • 2017 – 38,235 miles
  • 2016 – 37,310 miles
  • 2015 – 36,256 miles
  • 2014 – 32,921 miles
  • 2013 – 31,563 miles
  • 2012 – 28,976 miles
  • 2011 – 27,880 miles
  • 2010 – 27,633 miles
  • 2009 – 24,322 miles
  • 2008 – 21,387 miles
  • 2007 – 18,553 miles
  • 2006 – 14,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,197 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,197 miles (+1,015)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    46,197 miles
    Test number
    365822832371
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass45,182 miles (+2,008)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    45,182 miles
    Test number
    500609410690
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Outline marker lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Outline marker lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs heavily pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs heavily pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding at rear section
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just passed

  3. Pass43,174 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    43,174 miles
    Test number
    357859225785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,900 miles (+918)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    41,900 miles
    Test number
    991459176755
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass40,982 miles (+17)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    40,982 miles
    Test number
    861969542613
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail40,965 miles (+931)8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,965 miles
    Test number
    374376111122
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass40,034 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    40,034 miles
    Test number
    453206397490
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail40,034 miles (+1,517)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,034 miles
    Test number
    580030117232
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass38,517 miles (+215)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    38,517 miles
    Test number
    811811053895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,302 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    38,302 miles
    Test number
    158389398635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,235 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    38,235 miles
    Test number
    678762113243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,310 miles (+1,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,310 miles
    Test number
    876949296697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Fail36,256 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,256 miles
    Test number
    285297965146
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass36,256 miles (+3,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,256 miles
    Test number
    568317465155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass32,921 miles (+1,358)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,921 miles
    Test number
    336949964128
    • NoteSlightly rough running on idle

  16. Pass31,563 miles (+2,587)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    31,563 miles
    Test number
    577464963120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,976 miles (+1,096)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,976 miles
    Test number
    978246362144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,880 miles (+247)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    27,880 miles
    Test number
    987901671170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,633 miles (+3,311)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    27,633 miles
    Test number
    982099760141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,322 miles (+2,935)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,322 miles
    Test number
    920731879172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,387 miles (+2,834)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,387 miles
    Test number
    352525488127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,553 miles (+4,224)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,553 miles
    Test number
    253273567165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,329 miles
    Test number
    860292546165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 TGV

Does C5 TGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 TGV is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 TGV?
The MOT on C5 TGV is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 TGV done?
C5 TGV was recorded at 46,197 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 1,603 miles a year.
Has C5 TGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 TGV has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on C5 TGV 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 TGV find?
C5 TGV passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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