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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,996 cc

P402 MLXMOT history

P402 MLX is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 20 Nov 1996. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 131,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

P402 MLX blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
131,655 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P402 MLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
20 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P402 MLX was last recorded at 131,655 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 3,381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,274 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,381 miles
Average per year
2,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,655 miles
  • 2025 – 128,274 miles
  • 2024 – 123,481 miles
  • 2023 – 116,620 miles
  • 2022 – 110,456 miles
  • 2021 – 108,829 miles
  • 2015 – 107,201 miles
  • 2014 – 106,045 miles
  • 2013 – 104,248 miles
  • 2012 – 101,572 miles
  • 2011 – 98,804 miles
  • 2010 – 96,284 miles
  • 2009 – 93,424 miles
  • 2008 – 91,437 miles
  • 2007 – 87,769 miles
  • 2006 – 85,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,655 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N.S.F & O.S.R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,655 miles (+3,381)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    131,655 miles
    Test number
    506796048683
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N.S.F & O.S.R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass128,274 miles (+4,793)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    128,274 miles
    Test number
    795523638370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,481 miles (+6,861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    123,481 miles
    Test number
    147318782832
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass116,620 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,620 miles
    Test number
    730590982993
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail116,620 miles (+6,164)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,620 miles
    Test number
    294729699357
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,456 miles
    Test number
    874303415966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail110,465 miles (+1,636)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,465 miles
    Test number
    319378089152
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass108,829 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,829 miles
    Test number
    543340547519
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail108,829 miles (+1,628)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,829 miles
    Test number
    971989753167
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass107,201 miles (+1,156)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    107,201 miles
    Test number
    107500915275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,045 miles (+1,797)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,045 miles
    Test number
    687801854186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass104,248 miles (+2,676)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    104,248 miles
    Test number
    109414153174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,572 miles (+2,768)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    101,572 miles
    Test number
    729314042161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,804 miles (+2,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    98,804 miles
    Test number
    765358631189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail96,284 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,284 miles
    Test number
    592824240132
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  16. Pass96,284 miles (+2,860)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    96,284 miles
    Test number
    664004040165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,424 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    93,424 miles
    Test number
    320491049130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,437 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    91,437 miles
    Test number
    832340358172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail91,419 miles (+3,650)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,419 miles
    Test number
    554048948188
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass87,769 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    87,769 miles
    Test number
    420549747121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    85,000 miles
    Test number
    814225046187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P402 MLX

Does P402 MLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P402 MLX is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on P402 MLX?
The MOT on P402 MLX is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P402 MLX done?
P402 MLX was recorded at 131,655 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 2,370 miles a year.
Has P402 MLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P402 MLX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on P402 MLX 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 P402 MLX find?
P402 MLX passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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