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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,685 cc

P16 RGPMOT history

P16 RGP is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 25 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 66,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2025.

P16 RGP silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2026
Mileage
66,244 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P16 RGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P16 RGP was last recorded at 66,244 miles on 1 Oct 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,234 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 66,244 miles
  • 2024 – 63,101 miles
  • 2023 – 58,263 miles
  • 2022 – 51,400 miles
  • 2021 – 45,914 miles
  • 2020 – 37,403 miles
  • 2019 – 33,537 miles
  • 2018 – 26,569 miles
  • 2017 – 25,905 miles
  • 2016 – 25,148 miles
  • 2015 – 24,730 miles
  • 2014 – 24,440 miles
  • 2013 – 23,914 miles
  • 2012 – 23,250 miles
  • 2011 – 22,591 miles
  • 2010 – 21,434 miles
  • 2009 – 19,874 miles
  • 2008 – 17,354 miles
  • 2007 – 13,206 miles
  • 2006 – 10,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,244 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,244 miles (+10)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    66,244 miles
    Test number
    780379087533
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail66,234 miles (+3,133)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,234 miles
    Test number
    615740413656
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass63,101 miles (+4,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    63,101 miles
    Test number
    901055093105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inside bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass58,263 miles (+6,863)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    58,263 miles
    Test number
    989276659968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,400 miles (+5,486)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,400 miles
    Test number
    143391441721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass45,914 miles (+8,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    45,914 miles
    Test number
    449000727306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play on fail limit (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass37,403 miles (+3,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,403 miles
    Test number
    963652340372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked also wearing outside edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass33,537 miles (+6,968)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    33,537 miles
    Test number
    215867646625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,569 miles (+664)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    26,569 miles
    Test number
    299293064990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass25,905 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    25,905 miles
    Test number
    907464594563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,148 miles (+418)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    25,148 miles
    Test number
    509028187330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,730 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    24,730 miles
    Test number
    680666424554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass24,440 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    24,440 miles
    Test number
    399028134205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnable to test outer sills due to plastic covers.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail24,440 miles (+526)2 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,440 miles
    Test number
    878558834206
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnable to test outer sills due to plastic covers.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass23,914 miles (+664)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    23,914 miles
    Test number
    327232463202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have slight perishing.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass23,250 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    23,250 miles
    Test number
    708104962221
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnable to test metal brake pipes where routed above plastic covers and heat shields.
    • NoteUnable to test outer sills due to plastic covers.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail23,250 miles (+659)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,250 miles
    Test number
    786264362255
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnable to test metal brake pipes where routed above plastic covers and heat shields.
    • NoteUnable to test outer sills due to plastic covers.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass22,591 miles (+1,157)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    22,591 miles
    Test number
    348411071283
    • NoteUnable to test metal brake pipes,outer sills. and some prescribed areas where routed above/behind plastic covers.

  19. Pass21,434 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    21,434 miles
    Test number
    973514160224
    • NoteUnable to test brake pipes where routed behind covers
    • NoteUnable to test outer sills due to plastic covers

  20. Fail21,434 miles (+1,560)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,434 miles
    Test number
    592714760298
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to test brake pipes where routed behind covers
    • NoteUnable to test outer sills due to plastic covers

  21. Pass19,874 miles (+2,520)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    19,874 miles
    Test number
    701234769223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to test metal pipes,some suspension components and prescribed areas due to complete plastic undercovers.

  22. Pass17,354 miles (+4,148)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    17,354 miles
    Test number
    350074178450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to test metal brake pipes and some prescribed areas where situated above plastic covers.
    • NoteUnable to test outer sills due to plastic covers.

  23. Pass13,206 miles (+2,429)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    13,206 miles
    Test number
    991590677207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteUnable to test metal brake pipes,prescribed areas and exhaust where routed above plastic covers.
    • NoteSlight scuffing to outer sidewall of N/S/F tyre.

  24. Pass10,777 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    10,777 miles
    Test number
    373101376263
    • NotePlastic undershields fitted front to rear, unable †to test underside fully.

Questions about P16 RGP

Does P16 RGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P16 RGP expired on 30 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P16 RGP?
The MOT on P16 RGP expired on 30 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P16 RGP done?
P16 RGP was recorded at 66,244 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2025, an average of 2,918 miles a year.
Has P16 RGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P16 RGP has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on P16 RGP 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 P16 RGP find?
P16 RGP passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 1 more.

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