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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1996 · 2,295 cc

J8 AAJMOT history

J8 AAJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 8 Nov 1996. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 70,174 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

J8 AAJ silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2027
Mileage
70,174 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 AAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
8 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 AAJ was last recorded at 70,174 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,667 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
507 miles
Average per year
956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,174 miles
  • 2025 – 69,667 miles
  • 2024 – 68,846 miles
  • 2023 – 68,119 miles
  • 2022 – 67,391 miles
  • 2021 – 66,400 miles
  • 2020 – 65,487 miles
  • 2019 – 64,645 miles
  • 2018 – 63,776 miles
  • 2017 – 62,690 miles
  • 2016 – 60,731 miles
  • 2015 – 58,500 miles
  • 2014 – 56,814 miles
  • 2013 – 55,647 miles
  • 2012 – 55,640 miles
  • 2011 – 55,632 miles
  • 2010 – 55,484 miles
  • 2009 – 55,297 miles
  • 2008 – 55,006 miles
  • 2007 – 54,015 miles
  • 2006 – 51,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,174 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,174 miles (+507)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    70,174 miles
    Test number
    421681024404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,667 miles (+821)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    69,667 miles
    Test number
    837391646047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,846 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    68,846 miles
    Test number
    997810540942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail68,846 miles (+727)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,846 miles
    Test number
    520834926339
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass68,119 miles (+728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    68,119 miles
    Test number
    950132718246
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule most (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play slight play found at road wheels whilst jacked (both) (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside needs cleaning off and wax oiling, including the suspension components

  6. Pass67,391 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    67,391 miles
    Test number
    561524275469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,400 miles (+913)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    66,400 miles
    Test number
    957516140099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,487 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,487 miles
    Test number
    772538745651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,645 miles (+869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,645 miles
    Test number
    469493523894
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass63,776 miles (+1,086)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    63,776 miles
    Test number
    680133366062
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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))

  11. Pass62,690 miles (+1,959)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,690 miles
    Test number
    854689339621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass60,731 miles (+2,231)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,731 miles
    Test number
    381592237952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,500 miles (+1,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,500 miles
    Test number
    274553186197
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass56,814 miles (+1,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,814 miles
    Test number
    589328484258
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail55,647 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,647 miles
    Test number
    486452313495
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass55,647 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    55,647 miles
    Test number
    867322213327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,640 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,640 miles
    Test number
    646321712361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,632 miles (+148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,632 miles
    Test number
    519600981243
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass55,484 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,484 miles
    Test number
    224258480294
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail55,484 miles (+187)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,484 miles
    Test number
    332738480259
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass55,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    55,297 miles
    Test number
    490405099237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail55,297 miles (+291)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,297 miles
    Test number
    870605999236
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass55,006 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    55,006 miles
    Test number
    343884298287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,015 miles (+3,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    54,015 miles
    Test number
    160246497261
    • 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)

  25. Pass51,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    51,008 miles
    Test number
    333212486275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail51,008 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,008 miles
    Test number
    900502386263
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about J8 AAJ

Does J8 AAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 AAJ is valid until 11 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 AAJ?
The MOT on J8 AAJ is valid until 11 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 AAJ done?
J8 AAJ was recorded at 70,174 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 956 miles a year.
Has J8 AAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 AAJ has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on J8 AAJ 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 J8 AAJ find?
J8 AAJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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