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Mercedes-Benz C

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 2,148 cc

P3 VULMOT history

P3 VUL is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 29 Oct 2010. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 143,119 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

P3 VUL grey Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
143,119 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P3 VUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Oct 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P3 VUL was last recorded at 143,119 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 4,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,214 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,905 miles
Average per year
9,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,119 miles
  • 2025 – 138,214 miles
  • 2024 – 130,932 miles
  • 2023 – 123,209 miles
  • 2022 – 113,894 miles
  • 2021 – 103,510 miles
  • 2020 – 90,919 miles
  • 2019 – 88,051 miles
  • 2018 – 81,561 miles
  • 2017 – 72,667 miles
  • 2016 – 63,041 miles
  • 2015 – 52,863 miles
  • 2014 – 40,530 miles
  • 2013 – 28,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,119 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine cover & undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,119 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    143,119 miles
    Test number
    240096738847
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail143,119 miles (+4,905)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,119 miles
    Test number
    775451275113
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass138,214 miles (+7,282)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    138,214 miles
    Test number
    832496573111
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass130,932 miles (+7,723)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    130,932 miles
    Test number
    907314950262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass123,209 miles (+9,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    123,209 miles
    Test number
    558429903043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass113,894 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    113,894 miles
    Test number
    493820105145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail113,870 miles (+10,360)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,870 miles
    Test number
    849588706812
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass103,510 miles (+12,591)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2022
    Odometer
    103,510 miles
    Test number
    770326646049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,919 miles (+2,868)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2021
    Odometer
    90,919 miles
    Test number
    571942751485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,051 miles (+6,490)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,051 miles
    Test number
    290287545316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,561 miles (+8,894)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,561 miles
    Test number
    396738713025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,667 miles (+9,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    72,667 miles
    Test number
    918261444937
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted

  13. Pass63,041 miles (+10,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    63,041 miles
    Test number
    554834281268
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  14. Pass52,863 miles (+12,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,863 miles
    Test number
    511574892639
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted

  15. Pass40,530 miles (+12,239)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    40,530 miles
    Test number
    409404794245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass28,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    28,291 miles
    Test number
    355483183482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P3 VUL

Does P3 VUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P3 VUL is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P3 VUL?
The MOT on P3 VUL is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P3 VUL done?
P3 VUL was recorded at 143,119 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 9,204 miles a year.
Has P3 VUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P3 VUL has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on P3 VUL 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 P3 VUL find?
P3 VUL passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front oil leak, but not excessive; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner & outer edges.

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