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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

DWJ 11MOT history

DWJ 11 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

DWJ 11 silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
101,466 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DWJ 11
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DWJ 11 was last recorded at 101,466 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 7,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,870 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,596 miles
Average per year
4,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,466 miles
  • 2025 – 93,870 miles
  • 2024 – 86,539 miles
  • 2023 – 79,440 miles
  • 2022 – 76,387 miles
  • 2021 – 69,732 miles
  • 2020 – 68,821 miles
  • 2019 – 65,919 miles
  • 2018 – 60,416 miles
  • 2017 – 52,825 miles
  • 2016 – 42,495 miles
  • 2015 – 41,405 miles
  • 2014 – 40,710 miles
  • 2013 – 40,078 miles
  • 2012 – 39,085 miles
  • 2011 – 38,581 miles
  • 2010 – 33,952 miles
  • 2009 – 28,969 miles
  • 2008 – 23,955 miles
  • 2007 – 18,656 miles
  • 2006 – 13,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,466 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Suspension Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,466 miles (+7,596)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    101,466 miles
    Test number
    824725997476
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,870 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    93,870 miles
    Test number
    851633873550
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail93,870 miles (+7,331)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,870 miles
    Test number
    274854509329
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass86,539 miles (+7,099)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,539 miles
    Test number
    481558503634
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes 68% Worn
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres Worn On Edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes 70% Worn
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension Corroded

  5. Pass79,440 miles (+3,053)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    79,440 miles
    Test number
    472190940156
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension Corroded

  6. Pass76,387 miles (+6,655)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    76,387 miles
    Test number
    266422470926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,732 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,732 miles
    Test number
    274033287495
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail69,732 miles (+911)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,732 miles
    Test number
    884095175524
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass68,821 miles (+2,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    68,821 miles
    Test number
    659719791914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement alloy arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement metal arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement alloy arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass65,919 miles (+5,503)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    65,919 miles
    Test number
    800760530632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,416 miles (+7,591)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,416 miles
    Test number
    120893137491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,825 miles (+10,330)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,825 miles
    Test number
    156953659229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,495 miles (+1,090)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,495 miles
    Test number
    508039122880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,405 miles (+695)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,405 miles
    Test number
    436279675050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,710 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,710 miles
    Test number
    367812374045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,707 miles (+629)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,707 miles
    Test number
    169746864067
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass40,078 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,078 miles
    Test number
    957783773033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,085 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,085 miles
    Test number
    986548382089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,581 miles (+4,629)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,581 miles
    Test number
    715238401353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    33,952 miles
    Test number
    721324010314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,952 miles (+4,983)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,952 miles
    Test number
    422522810383
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass28,969 miles (+5,014)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,969 miles
    Test number
    160364619345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,955 miles (+5,299)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    23,955 miles
    Test number
    240154028349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,656 miles (+5,601)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    18,656 miles
    Test number
    412687517399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    13,055 miles
    Test number
    873148836312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DWJ 11

What vehicle is registration DWJ 11 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DWJ 11 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 Dec 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DWJ 11 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DWJ 11 is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on DWJ 11?
The MOT on DWJ 11 is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DWJ 11 done?
DWJ 11 was recorded at 101,466 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 4,505 miles a year.
Has DWJ 11 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DWJ 11 has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on DWJ 11 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 DWJ 11 find?
DWJ 11 passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake hose slightly deteriorated all; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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