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Mercedes-Benz C

White · Petrol · 2013 · 1,595 cc

N5 VECMOT history

N5 VEC is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 85,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

N5 VEC white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
85,420 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 VEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
26 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 VEC was last recorded at 85,420 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 8,076 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,344 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,076 miles
Average per year
6,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,420 miles
  • 2024 – 77,344 miles
  • 2023 – 70,709 miles
  • 2022 – 64,754 miles
  • 2021 – 58,779 miles
  • 2020 – 53,078 miles
  • 2019 – 47,186 miles
  • 2018 – 40,980 miles
  • 2017 – 35,167 miles
  • 2016 – 30,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,420 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Coil spring corroded Both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner and outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Worn inner and outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 4 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,420 miles (+8,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    85,420 miles
    Test number
    119453260917
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass77,344 miles (+82)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    77,344 miles
    Test number
    239731811364
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail77,262 miles (+6,553)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,262 miles
    Test number
    914146012677
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass70,709 miles (+5,955)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,709 miles
    Test number
    120005002965
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass64,754 miles (+5,975)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    64,754 miles
    Test number
    880297283320
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass58,779 miles (+5,701)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,779 miles
    Test number
    960175782210
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass53,078 miles (+5,892)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    53,078 miles
    Test number
    192229666474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  8. Pass47,186 miles (+6,206)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,186 miles
    Test number
    734994250517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,980 miles (+5,813)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    40,980 miles
    Test number
    883262080830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    35,167 miles
    Test number
    783081471348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail35,167 miles (+5,009)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,167 miles
    Test number
    366114314470
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perishing (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm perishing (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass30,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    30,158 miles
    Test number
    358690429071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N5 VEC

Does N5 VEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 VEC is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on N5 VEC?
The MOT on N5 VEC is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 VEC done?
N5 VEC was recorded at 85,420 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 6,154 miles a year.
Has N5 VEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 VEC has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on N5 VEC 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 N5 VEC find?
N5 VEC passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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