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White · Diesel · 2009 · 2,143 cc

G16 TNSMOT history

G16 TNS is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 122,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2023.

G16 TNS white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2024
Mileage
122,944 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G16 TNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

G16 TNS was last recorded at 122,944 miles on 21 Dec 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,939 miles · 13 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 122,944 miles
  • 2022 – 115,185 miles
  • 2021 – 107,186 miles
  • 2019 – 95,789 miles
  • 2018 – 86,599 miles
  • 2017 – 72,643 miles
  • 2016 – 67,240 miles
  • 2015 – 57,445 miles
  • 2014 – 48,393 miles
  • 2013 – 38,574 miles
  • 2012 – 31,507 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,944 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOperation of the light switch intermittently faultyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Both rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,944 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    122,944 miles
    Test number
    514751981546
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOperation of the light switch intermittently faulty
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes worn

  2. Fail122,939 miles (+7,754)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,939 miles
    Test number
    209288350397
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre flexi pipe section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHand operated control valve connection loose also unable to unlatch the bonnet (1.1.5 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOperation of the light switch intermittently faulty
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes worn

  3. Pass115,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    115,185 miles
    Test number
    768243910790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail115,185 miles (+7,999)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,185 miles
    Test number
    594832590753
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,186 miles (+2,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,186 miles
    Test number
    434495025857
    • AdvisoryBONNET WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON DASH
    • AdvisoryTAIL LIGHT WARNING ON DASH - LIGHTS TESTED BUT ALL WORKING AS NORMAL

  6. Pass105,087 miles (+9,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,087 miles
    Test number
    179864453568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,789 miles (+9,190)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,789 miles
    Test number
    182834118321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,599 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    86,599 miles
    Test number
    958261049677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,585 miles (+13,942)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,585 miles
    Test number
    488113703708
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass72,643 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,643 miles
    Test number
    842232435441
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded

  11. Fail72,643 miles (+5,403)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,643 miles
    Test number
    287815825822
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres very close to legal limit

  12. Pass67,240 miles (+9,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,240 miles
    Test number
    290947748682
    • AdvisoryFront discs very worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Arm ball joint rubber deteriorating but not split

  13. Pass57,445 miles (+9,052)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,445 miles
    Test number
    426551665158
    • NoteNSF tyre has small cut on sidewall
    • NoteNSF tyre worn on edge

  14. Pass48,393 miles (+9,819)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    48,393 miles
    Test number
    279074834147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,574 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,574 miles
    Test number
    689841693132
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s rear tyre sidewall cracked

  16. Fail38,574 miles (+7,067)1 repaired5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,574 miles
    Test number
    728901393150
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s rear tyre sidewall cracked

  17. Pass31,507 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,507 miles
    Test number
    746124592121
    • NoteOffside front tyre wall cracked but not through to cord

  18. Fail31,507 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,507 miles
    Test number
    985662292188
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wall cracked but not through to cord

Questions about G16 TNS

Does G16 TNS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G16 TNS expired on 20 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G16 TNS?
The MOT on G16 TNS expired on 20 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G16 TNS done?
G16 TNS was recorded at 122,944 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2023, an average of 7,988 miles a year.
Has G16 TNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G16 TNS has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on G16 TNS 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 G16 TNS find?
G16 TNS passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2023 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various; coil spring corroded both rear; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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