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Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc

FCM 425MOT history

FCM 425 is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 2 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 181,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

FCM 425 black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
181,283 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FCM 425
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
2 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FCM 425 was last recorded at 181,283 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,272 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
8,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,283 miles
  • 2025 – 174,976 miles
  • 2024 – 167,548 miles
  • 2023 – 159,190 miles
  • 2022 – 150,867 miles
  • 2021 – 143,408 miles
  • 2020 – 136,339 miles
  • 2019 – 129,453 miles
  • 2018 – 123,247 miles
  • 2016 – 115,733 miles
  • 2015 – 107,056 miles
  • 2014 – 99,701 miles
  • 2012 – 81,864 miles
  • 2011 – 67,051 miles
  • 2010 – 60,891 miles
  • 2009 – 40,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,283 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,283 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    181,283 miles
    Test number
    919336223082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail181,272 miles (+6,296)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,272 miles
    Test number
    907332878108
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor corroded seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass174,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    174,976 miles
    Test number
    403279738144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail174,975 miles (+7,427)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,975 miles
    Test number
    723005799400
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass167,548 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    167,548 miles
    Test number
    954213938035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail167,546 miles (+8,356)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,546 miles
    Test number
    307755478312
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass159,190 miles (+8,323)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    159,190 miles
    Test number
    719763953019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/17 on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated

  8. Pass150,867 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,867 miles
    Test number
    688682110336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail150,866 miles (+7,458)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,866 miles
    Test number
    904596372142
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass143,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    143,408 miles
    Test number
    517932471799
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail143,406 miles (+7,067)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,406 miles
    Test number
    671059738215
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass136,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,339 miles
    Test number
    180442934207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail136,338 miles (+6,885)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,338 miles
    Test number
    640595139246
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

  14. Pass129,453 miles (+6,206)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    129,453 miles
    Test number
    700525956537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass123,247 miles (+7,514)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    123,247 miles
    Test number
    650186841023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass115,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    115,733 miles
    Test number
    784012127721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail115,733 miles (+8,677)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,733 miles
    Test number
    829649699420
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass107,056 miles (+7,355)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    107,056 miles
    Test number
    193696761460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass99,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    99,701 miles
    Test number
    329000954396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail99,701 miles (+7,395)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,701 miles
    Test number
    515799644323
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass92,306 miles (+10,442)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    92,306 miles
    Test number
    985667504011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    81,864 miles
    Test number
    458261442323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,864 miles (+6,497)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,864 miles
    Test number
    247751342317
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  24. Pass75,367 miles (+8,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,367 miles
    Test number
    317911542052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  25. Pass67,051 miles (+6,160)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    67,051 miles
    Test number
    245796641066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    60,891 miles
    Test number
    523703050137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail60,891 miles (+20,181)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,891 miles
    Test number
    371793950123
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass40,710 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,710 miles
    Test number
    242360949438
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about FCM 425

What vehicle is registration FCM 425 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FCM 425 on a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 2 Jun 2006. 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 FCM 425 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FCM 425 is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on FCM 425?
The MOT on FCM 425 is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FCM 425 done?
FCM 425 was recorded at 181,283 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 8,361 miles a year.
Has FCM 425 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FCM 425 has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on FCM 425 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 FCM 425 find?
FCM 425 passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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