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Mercedes-Benz C

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 2,199 cc

J8 GEHMOT history

J8 GEH is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 25 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 76,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,650 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 GEH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
25 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 GEH was last recorded at 76,650 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 130 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,520 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
130 miles
Average per year
1,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,650 miles
  • 2025 – 76,520 miles
  • 2024 – 76,334 miles
  • 2023 – 76,004 miles
  • 2022 – 75,775 miles
  • 2021 – 75,413 miles
  • 2019 – 75,210 miles
  • 2018 – 74,693 miles
  • 2017 – 73,684 miles
  • 2016 – 72,605 miles
  • 2015 – 71,578 miles
  • 2014 – 70,546 miles
  • 2013 – 69,236 miles
  • 2012 – 68,456 miles
  • 2011 – 67,490 miles
  • 2010 – 60,758 miles
  • 2009 – 59,882 miles
  • 2008 – 58,726 miles
  • 2007 – 57,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,650 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,650 miles
    Test number
    562356848191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail76,650 miles (+130)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,650 miles
    Test number
    499005661305
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

  3. Pass76,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,520 miles
    Test number
    228672568493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,520 miles (+186)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,520 miles
    Test number
    895115386574
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL IN VARIOUS PLACES (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass76,334 miles (+330)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    76,334 miles
    Test number
    713091269312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,004 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    76,004 miles
    Test number
    778571468663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,002 miles (+227)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,002 miles
    Test number
    349732641807
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch(large) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass75,775 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    75,775 miles
    Test number
    345629019519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,413 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,413 miles
    Test number
    399762531115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,412 miles (+202)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,412 miles
    Test number
    662359749946
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass75,210 miles (+517)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,210 miles
    Test number
    865416466167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,693 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,693 miles
    Test number
    439206462338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,684 miles
    Test number
    418000053328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail73,684 miles (+1,079)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,684 miles
    Test number
    644371196131
    • FailureNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill to floor (5.2.6)

  15. Pass72,605 miles (+1,027)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,605 miles
    Test number
    436102122027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has slight bind

  16. Pass71,578 miles (+1,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    71,578 miles
    Test number
    618668058480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass70,546 miles (+1,310)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,546 miles
    Test number
    545479814333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteGenral corrosion underside

  18. Fail69,236 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,236 miles
    Test number
    147063923371
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  19. Pass69,236 miles (+780)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    69,236 miles
    Test number
    416843423490
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  20. Pass68,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    355132112331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,456 miles (+966)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    849222312322
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass67,490 miles (+4,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    67,490 miles
    Test number
    105594231358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass63,313 miles (+2,555)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    63,313 miles
    Test number
    707389911052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,758 miles (+876)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    60,758 miles
    Test number
    131289910437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,882 miles (+1,156)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,882 miles
    Test number
    872493219090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,726 miles (+1,481)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    58,726 miles
    Test number
    591722028059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAdvise condition of all brake pads cannot see ferodos

  27. Pass57,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    57,245 miles
    Test number
    642774327075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 GEH

Does J8 GEH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 GEH is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 GEH?
The MOT on J8 GEH is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 GEH done?
J8 GEH was recorded at 76,650 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 1,016 miles a year.
Has J8 GEH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 GEH has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 GEH 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 GEH find?
J8 GEH passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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