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Mercedes-Benz C

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

D1 BEMMOT history

D1 BEM is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 8 Oct 2012. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 214,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2025.

D1 BEM red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2026
Mileage
214,352 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D1 BEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
8 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

D1 BEM was last recorded at 214,352 miles on 30 Sept 2025, 22,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2016: 10,018 miles, lower than 91,907 miles on 22 Sept 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
191,536 miles · 13 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
22,816 miles
Average per year
12,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 214,352 miles
  • 2023 – 191,536 miles
  • 2022 – 189,622 miles
  • 2021 – 176,197 miles
  • 2020 – 162,238 miles
  • 2019 – 145,440 miles
  • 2018 – 132,052 miles
  • 2017 – 116,944 miles
  • 2016 – 10,018 miles
  • 2015 – 91,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,352 miles

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    214,352 miles
    Test number
    358755075375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail344,944 km (+33)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    344,944 km
    Test number
    299298481530
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure Front & Centre (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail344,911 km (+13,291)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    344,911 km
    Test number
    311359819167
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass331,620 km (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    331,620 km
    Test number
    269509676325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail331,610 km1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    331,610 km
    Test number
    328040793181
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass191,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    191,536 miles
    Test number
    780401514668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail191,536 miles (+1,914)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,536 miles
    Test number
    134745475172
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass189,622 miles (+13,425)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    189,622 miles
    Test number
    280612990478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass176,197 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    176,197 miles
    Test number
    739253555448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail176,197 miles (+13,959)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,197 miles
    Test number
    421207023517
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass162,238 miles (+16,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    162,238 miles
    Test number
    688624019442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted

  12. Pass145,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    145,440 miles
    Test number
    628378028787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail145,440 miles (+13,388)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,440 miles
    Test number
    344780497394
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass132,052 miles (+15,108)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    132,052 miles
    Test number
    774474992029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass116,944 miles (+106,926)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,944 miles
    Test number
    801619771776
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted

  16. Pass10,018 miles (-81,889)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    10,018 miles
    Test number
    978000801100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass91,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    91,907 miles
    Test number
    111469966638
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about D1 BEM

Does D1 BEM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on D1 BEM expired on 29 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on D1 BEM?
The MOT on D1 BEM expired on 29 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has D1 BEM done?
D1 BEM was recorded at 214,352 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2025, an average of 12,216 miles a year.
Has D1 BEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D1 BEM has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on D1 BEM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on D1 BEM find?
D1 BEM passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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