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Mercedes-Benz C

Green · Petrol · 1995 · 1,996 cc

ERB 21MOT history

ERB 21 is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Aug 1995. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 160,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

ERB 21 green Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
160,988 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ERB 21
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
1 Aug 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

ERB 21 was last recorded at 160,988 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,939 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
49 miles
Average per year
2,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,988 miles
  • 2023 – 160,854 miles
  • 2022 – 160,395 miles
  • 2020 – 160,013 miles
  • 2019 – 158,847 miles
  • 2018 – 157,602 miles
  • 2017 – 156,463 miles
  • 2016 – 154,698 miles
  • 2015 – 152,893 miles
  • 2014 – 151,565 miles
  • 2013 – 150,060 miles
  • 2012 – 148,858 miles
  • 2011 – 147,584 miles
  • 2010 – 141,371 miles
  • 2009 – 138,123 miles
  • 2008 – 134,031 miles
  • 2007 – 124,990 miles
  • 2006 – 115,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,988 miles
  • AdvisoryFront All front suspension components are corroded including exhaust
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Shocks and coil springs corroded

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Slight corrosion to body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre cracked/perished but not showing chords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre cracked/perished but not showing chords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,988 miles (+49)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    160,988 miles
    Test number
    292009952129
    • AdvisoryFront All front suspension components are corroded including exhaust
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shocks and coil springs corroded

  2. Pass160,939 miles (+85)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    160,939 miles
    Test number
    610485800727
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass160,854 miles (+135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    160,854 miles
    Test number
    938854379408
    • AdvisoryRear Both coil springs are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Both shock absorbers are corroded

  4. Pass160,719 miles (+324)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    160,719 miles
    Test number
    475889148648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass160,395 miles (+382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    160,395 miles
    Test number
    398253432865
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass160,013 miles (+1,166)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    160,013 miles
    Test number
    735632903433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass158,847 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    158,847 miles
    Test number
    603894879837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail158,813 miles (+1,211)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,813 miles
    Test number
    761409226636
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass157,602 miles (+1,139)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    157,602 miles
    Test number
    548279102426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass156,463 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    156,463 miles
    Test number
    414133097730
    • AdvisoryFront Slight corrosion to body
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre cracked/perished but not showing chords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre cracked/perished but not showing chords

  11. Fail156,462 miles (+1,764)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,462 miles
    Test number
    742267671453
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Above rear subframe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Slight corrosion to body
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre cracked/perished but not showing chords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre cracked/perished but not showing chords

  12. Pass154,698 miles (+1,805)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    154,698 miles
    Test number
    708256881861
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion subframe corroding (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake slightly lower than offside front
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perishing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perishing slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion floor at nearside (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass152,893 miles (+1,328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    152,893 miles
    Test number
    785808865153
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass151,565 miles (+1,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    151,565 miles
    Test number
    819780094183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass150,060 miles (+1,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    150,060 miles
    Test number
    219271793140
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail148,858 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,858 miles
    Test number
    267180772170
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass148,858 miles (+1,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    148,858 miles
    Test number
    876090672102
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass147,584 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    147,584 miles
    Test number
    116057081184
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteHorn volume poor
    • NoteSlight Judder from rear brakes

  19. Fail147,584 miles (+6,213)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,584 miles
    Test number
    287092481159
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteHorn volume poor
    • NoteSlight Judder from rear brakes

  20. Pass141,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    141,371 miles
    Test number
    321830290101
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Fail141,371 miles (+3,248)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,371 miles
    Test number
    374910390181
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass138,123 miles (+4,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    138,123 miles
    Test number
    593740099167
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass134,031 miles (+9,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    134,031 miles
    Test number
    991519398101
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass124,990 miles (+9,494)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    124,990 miles
    Test number
    253991357433
    • NoteAuto box coller pipes and exchaust is heavly corrodidied needs rplace ment soon as poss

  25. Pass115,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    115,496 miles
    Test number
    402417856131
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about ERB 21

What vehicle is registration ERB 21 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ERB 21 on a green petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Aug 1995. 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 ERB 21 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ERB 21 is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on ERB 21?
The MOT on ERB 21 is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ERB 21 done?
ERB 21 was recorded at 160,988 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 2,329 miles a year.
Has ERB 21 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ERB 21 has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on ERB 21 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 ERB 21 find?
ERB 21 passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 8 advisories: front all front suspension components are corroded including exhaust; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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