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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

K26 DTYMOT history

K26 DTY is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 140,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

K26 DTY black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
140,886 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K26 DTY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K26 DTY was last recorded at 140,886 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,865 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
9,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,886 miles
  • 2024 – 136,986 miles
  • 2023 – 133,037 miles
  • 2022 – 130,084 miles
  • 2021 – 121,553 miles
  • 2020 – 108,005 miles
  • 2019 – 96,677 miles
  • 2018 – 75,840 miles
  • 2017 – 55,700 miles
  • 2016 – 41,954 miles
  • 2015 – 35,025 miles
  • 2014 – 28,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,886 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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,886 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    140,886 miles
    Test number
    902870173573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail140,865 miles (+3,879)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,865 miles
    Test number
    796522622407
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass136,986 miles (+3,949)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    136,986 miles
    Test number
    252965992812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass133,037 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    133,037 miles
    Test number
    449806153165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail133,020 miles (+2,936)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,020 miles
    Test number
    999803465838
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass130,084 miles (+8,531)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    130,084 miles
    Test number
    481853506455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass121,553 miles (+51)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    121,553 miles
    Test number
    830335189729
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air f (3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail121,502 miles (+13,497)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,502 miles
    Test number
    182118473670
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass108,005 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    108,005 miles
    Test number
    265142139489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail108,005 miles (+11,328)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,005 miles
    Test number
    289003672753
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass96,677 miles (+20,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,677 miles
    Test number
    851578037255
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass75,840 miles (+20,140)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,840 miles
    Test number
    674206339534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,700 miles (+13,746)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    55,700 miles
    Test number
    642850222045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,954 miles (+6,929)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,954 miles
    Test number
    236658941127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,025 miles (+6,209)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,025 miles
    Test number
    985137445165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    28,816 miles
    Test number
    655959344161
    • 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)

Questions about K26 DTY

Does K26 DTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K26 DTY is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K26 DTY?
The MOT on K26 DTY is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K26 DTY done?
K26 DTY was recorded at 140,886 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 9,711 miles a year.
Has K26 DTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K26 DTY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on K26 DTY 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 K26 DTY find?
K26 DTY passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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