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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

M5 RUWMOT history

M5 RUW is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 2 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 15 MOT tests, with 295,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

M5 RUW black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
295,248 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
15 passed · 0 failed
Per year
16,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 RUW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 RUW was last recorded at 295,248 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 21,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
274,064 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
21,184 miles
Average per year
16,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 295,248 miles
  • 2024 – 274,064 miles
  • 2023 – 258,896 miles
  • 2022 – 238,216 miles
  • 2021 – 214,537 miles
  • 2020 – 196,823 miles
  • 2019 – 163,702 miles
  • 2018 – 132,029 miles
  • 2017 – 110,145 miles
  • 2016 – 100,489 miles
  • 2015 – 92,292 miles
  • 2014 – 85,277 miles
  • 2013 – 80,249 miles
  • 2012 – 76,886 miles
  • 2011 – 57,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass295,248 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass295,248 miles (+21,184)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    295,248 miles
    Test number
    399618922597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass274,064 miles (+15,168)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    274,064 miles
    Test number
    733229585752
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front & both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe, inner sills, suspension component's slight corroded
  3. Pass258,896 miles (+20,680)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    258,896 miles
    Test number
    997485662835
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass238,216 miles (+23,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    238,216 miles
    Test number
    171215431618
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass214,537 miles (+17,714)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    214,537 miles
    Test number
    278042519914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass196,823 miles (+33,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    196,823 miles
    Test number
    508033430488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass163,702 miles (+31,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    163,702 miles
    Test number
    378107167770
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass132,029 miles (+21,884)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    132,029 miles
    Test number
    502969598629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,145 miles (+9,656)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    110,145 miles
    Test number
    827386539272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both front inner edge (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass100,489 miles (+8,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    100,489 miles
    Test number
    204429580648
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass92,292 miles (+7,015)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,292 miles
    Test number
    681361508994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,277 miles (+5,028)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    85,277 miles
    Test number
    575521294228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,249 miles (+3,363)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,249 miles
    Test number
    847532283277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,886 miles (+19,476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,886 miles
    Test number
    136324242205
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass57,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,410 miles
    Test number
    197584941275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 RUW

Does M5 RUW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 RUW is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on M5 RUW?
The MOT on M5 RUW is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 RUW done?
M5 RUW was recorded at 295,248 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 16,796 miles a year.
Has M5 RUW ever failed its MOT?
No. M5 RUW has passed all 15 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on M5 RUW 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 M5 RUW find?
M5 RUW passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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