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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

F3 DSCMOT history

F3 DSC is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 7 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 196,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2026.

F3 DSC black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
196,655 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,648 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 DSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
4 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 DSC was last recorded at 196,655 miles on 4 May 2026, 5,585 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,070 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,585 miles
Average per year
12,648 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,655 miles
  • 2025 – 191,070 miles
  • 2024 – 187,756 miles
  • 2023 – 183,157 miles
  • 2022 – 180,285 miles
  • 2021 – 178,301 miles
  • 2020 – 172,486 miles
  • 2019 – 153,202 miles
  • 2018 – 133,920 miles
  • 2017 – 106,576 miles
  • 2016 – 81,097 miles
  • 2015 – 69,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,655 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Tyre slightly damaged outer wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,655 miles (+5,585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    196,655 miles
    Test number
    790227837012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass191,070 miles (+3,314)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    191,070 miles
    Test number
    701297101990
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  3. Pass187,756 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    187,756 miles
    Test number
    985233159485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail187,747 miles (+4,590)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,747 miles
    Test number
    516693787123
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass183,157 miles (+2,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    183,157 miles
    Test number
    115144195483
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass180,285 miles (+1,984)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    180,285 miles
    Test number
    211892700190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass178,301 miles (+5,815)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    178,301 miles
    Test number
    700931622608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass172,486 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    172,486 miles
    Test number
    532540042425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail172,486 miles (+19,284)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,486 miles
    Test number
    575960594196
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge devoid of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass153,202 miles (+19,282)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    153,202 miles
    Test number
    706795887531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass133,920 miles (+27,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    133,920 miles
    Test number
    781545732673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass106,576 miles (+25,479)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    106,576 miles
    Test number
    162909862724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,097 miles (+11,149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    81,097 miles
    Test number
    251929899253
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass69,948 miles (+14,849)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,948 miles
    Test number
    994136099857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass55,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,099 miles
    Test number
    187904455414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 DSC

Does F3 DSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 DSC is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 DSC?
The MOT on F3 DSC is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 DSC done?
F3 DSC was recorded at 196,655 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2026, an average of 12,648 miles a year.
Has F3 DSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 DSC has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on F3 DSC 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 F3 DSC find?
F3 DSC passed its latest MOT on 4 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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