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Mercedes-Benz C

White · Diesel · 2013 · 2,987 cc

GCU 27MOT history

GCU 27 is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 84,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

GCU 27 white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
84,451 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
GCU 27
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
24 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

GCU 27 was last recorded at 84,451 miles on 30 May 2026, 131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,320 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
131 miles
Average per year
6,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,451 miles
  • 2025 – 82,180 miles
  • 2024 – 77,528 miles
  • 2023 – 70,425 miles
  • 2022 – 64,463 miles
  • 2021 – 57,298 miles
  • 2020 – 53,628 miles
  • 2019 – 48,444 miles
  • 2018 – 39,087 miles
  • 2017 – 30,546 miles
  • 2016 – 22,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,451 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 12 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,451 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,451 miles
    Test number
    283638960212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail84,320 miles (+2,140)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,320 miles
    Test number
    673896330177
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass82,180 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    82,180 miles
    Test number
    906949737170
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail82,177 miles (+4,649)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,177 miles
    Test number
    574456384125
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass77,528 miles (+7,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    77,528 miles
    Test number
    903811099569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  6. Pass70,425 miles (+5,962)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    70,425 miles
    Test number
    178067121326
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • 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))
  7. Pass64,463 miles (+7,165)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    64,463 miles
    Test number
    602984215357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass57,298 miles (+3,670)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    57,298 miles
    Test number
    196701501301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,628 miles (+5,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,628 miles
    Test number
    313620975901
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass48,444 miles (+9,357)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    48,444 miles
    Test number
    481329273603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,087 miles (+8,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,087 miles
    Test number
    812492138433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass30,546 miles (+7,898)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    30,546 miles
    Test number
    265784560674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    22,648 miles
    Test number
    483987740460
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

Questions about GCU 27

What vehicle is registration GCU 27 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show GCU 27 on a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Sept 2013. 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 GCU 27 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on GCU 27 is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on GCU 27?
The MOT on GCU 27 is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has GCU 27 done?
GCU 27 was recorded at 84,451 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 6,309 miles a year.
Has GCU 27 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. GCU 27 has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on GCU 27 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 GCU 27 find?
GCU 27 passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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