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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,597 cc

K40 PNBMOT history

K40 PNB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

K40 PNB black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
139,826 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 PNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
14 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 PNB was last recorded at 139,826 miles on 20 May 2026, 6,714 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,112 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,714 miles
Average per year
8,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,826 miles
  • 2025 – 133,112 miles
  • 2024 – 124,582 miles
  • 2023 – 121,073 miles
  • 2022 – 121,072 miles
  • 2021 – 107,459 miles
  • 2020 – 98,175 miles
  • 2019 – 82,858 miles
  • 2018 – 80,680 miles
  • 2017 – 76,892 miles
  • 2016 – 67,633 miles
  • 2015 – 59,024 miles
  • 2013 – 32,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,826 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nsf & osf (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    139,826 miles
    Test number
    692738173060
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nsf & osf (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail139,826 miles (+6,714)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,826 miles
    Test number
    656629403982
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsf & osf (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nsf & osf (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass133,112 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    133,112 miles
    Test number
    249000496259
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail133,098 miles (+8,516)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,098 miles
    Test number
    145705576761
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low

  5. Pass124,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    124,582 miles
    Test number
    508670418290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,582 miles (+3,509)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,582 miles
    Test number
    367951649099
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  7. Pass121,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    121,073 miles
    Test number
    456117831200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,073 miles (+1)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,073 miles
    Test number
    580158561858
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass121,072 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    121,072 miles
    Test number
    241277255609
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Fail121,068 miles (+13,609)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,068 miles
    Test number
    148337486077
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing missing 3 (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass107,459 miles (+27)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    107,459 miles
    Test number
    209152645194
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail107,432 miles (+9,257)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,432 miles
    Test number
    345317428542
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass98,175 miles (+521)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    98,175 miles
    Test number
    346366812863
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Fail97,654 miles (+14,796)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,654 miles
    Test number
    429846668863
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  15. Pass82,858 miles (+2,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,858 miles
    Test number
    322834461478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  16. Pass80,680 miles (+3,788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,680 miles
    Test number
    315789629947
    • AdvisoryUnder body and sill covers fitted

  17. Pass76,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,892 miles
    Test number
    319781320684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,892 miles (+9,259)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,892 miles
    Test number
    346453322370
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  19. Pass67,633 miles (+8,609)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,633 miles
    Test number
    581175315226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,024 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,024 miles
    Test number
    448740725193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front,tyre wearing on outer edge of tyre

  21. Fail59,024 miles (+2,560)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,024 miles
    Test number
    835669215153
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front,tyre wearing on outer edge of tyre

  22. Pass56,464 miles (+24,188)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    56,464 miles
    Test number
    177288955473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,276 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,276 miles
    Test number
    495609263284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  24. Pass32,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    32,276 miles
    Test number
    877319663220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 PNB

Does K40 PNB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 PNB is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 PNB?
The MOT on K40 PNB is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 PNB done?
K40 PNB was recorded at 139,826 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 8,505 miles a year.
Has K40 PNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 PNB has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 PNB 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 K40 PNB find?
K40 PNB passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nsf & osf; nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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