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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

C8 NKBMOT history

C8 NKB is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 10 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 150,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

C8 NKB black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
150,887 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
15,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 NKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
10 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 NKB was last recorded at 150,887 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 14,841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,046 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
14,841 miles
Average per year
15,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,887 miles
  • 2025 – 136,046 miles
  • 2024 – 128,053 miles
  • 2023 – 120,628 miles
  • 2022 – 96,512 miles
  • 2021 – 71,765 miles
  • 2019 – 55,405 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,887 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (benefit of the doubt given)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 6 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    150,887 miles
    Test number
    725391453449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail150,887 miles (+14,841)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,887 miles
    Test number
    674662943632
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass136,046 miles (+7,993)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,046 miles
    Test number
    316540765346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  4. Pass128,053 miles (+7,425)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    128,053 miles
    Test number
    580656765781
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass120,628 miles (+218)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    120,628 miles
    Test number
    711688918270
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (benefit of the doubt given) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator on
  6. Fail120,410 miles (+23,898)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,410 miles
    Test number
    710366482856
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (benefit of the doubt given) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator on
  7. Pass96,512 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,512 miles
    Test number
    982973855828
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light on
    • AdvisoryTPS Light on
  8. Fail96,512 miles (+24,747)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,512 miles
    Test number
    834669978004
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light on
    • AdvisoryTPS Light on
  9. Pass71,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,765 miles
    Test number
    470044039751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,765 miles (+16,360)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,765 miles
    Test number
    893748376638
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
  11. Pass55,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,405 miles
    Test number
    717243556118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 NKB

Does C8 NKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 NKB is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 NKB?
The MOT on C8 NKB is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 NKB done?
C8 NKB was recorded at 150,887 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 15,097 miles a year.
Has C8 NKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 NKB has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 NKB 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 C8 NKB find?
C8 NKB passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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