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Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,950 cc

F5 VSSMOT history

F5 VSS is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 20 Sept 2018. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 5 of 7 MOT tests, with 75,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

F5 VSS black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
75,307 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
7
5 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 VSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
20 Sept 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 VSS was last recorded at 75,307 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,302 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
8,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,307 miles
  • 2025 – 67,037 miles
  • 2024 – 67,032 miles
  • 2023 – 62,494 miles
  • 2022 – 51,822 miles
  • 2021 – 35,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,307 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

7 tests since 26 Aug 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,307 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    75,307 miles
    Test number
    685195604521
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail75,302 miles (+8,265)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,302 miles
    Test number
    611247232901
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass67,037 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    67,037 miles
    Test number
    891267066726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail67,032 miles (+4,538)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,032 miles
    Test number
    960728734660
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play spring link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass62,494 miles (+10,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    62,494 miles
    Test number
    952959106648
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass51,822 miles (+15,895)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,822 miles
    Test number
    711710751774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass35,927 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    35,927 miles
    Test number
    346823575326
    • 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))

Questions about F5 VSS

Does F5 VSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 VSS is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 VSS?
The MOT on F5 VSS is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 VSS done?
F5 VSS was recorded at 75,307 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 8,628 miles a year.
Has F5 VSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 VSS has failed 2 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on F5 VSS 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 F5 VSS find?
F5 VSS passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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