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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1996 · 2,295 cc

P513 GPEMOT history

P513 GPE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 25 Oct 1996. Its MOT expired on 20 May 2024 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 179,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2023.

P513 GPE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 May 2024
Mileage
179,436 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2023
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,206 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P513 GPE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
25 Oct 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 May 2024
Latest MOT test
16 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P513 GPE was last recorded at 179,436 miles on 16 May 2023, 1,320 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,116 miles · 21 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,320 miles
Average per year
3,206 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 179,436 miles
  • 2022 – 178,116 miles
  • 2018 – 177,814 miles
  • 2017 – 161,168 miles
  • 2014 – 155,701 miles
  • 2013 – 148,549 miles
  • 2011 – 148,468 miles
  • 2010 – 146,545 miles
  • 2009 – 142,006 miles
  • 2008 – 136,993 miles
  • 2007 – 132,573 miles
  • 2006 – 127,719 miles
  • 2005 – 120,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,436 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened covered in underseal and front (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

16 tests since 4 Feb 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,436 miles (+1,320)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    179,436 miles
    Test number
    867084421600
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened covered in underseal and front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass178,116 miles (+302)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    178,116 miles
    Test number
    991610181604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass177,814 miles (+16,646)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    177,814 miles
    Test number
    343028973548
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass161,168 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    161,168 miles
    Test number
    907194138129
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  5. Fail161,168 miles (+5,467)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,168 miles
    Test number
    757401091950
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  6. Pass155,701 miles (+7,152)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    155,701 miles
    Test number
    297901644275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s and o/s rear tyres cracking on inner side wall

  7. Pass148,549 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    148,549 miles
    Test number
    608423343249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  8. Fail148,549 miles (+81)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,549 miles
    Test number
    565939133215
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  9. Pass148,468 miles (+1,923)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    148,468 miles
    Test number
    347604501248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass146,545 miles (+4,539)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    146,545 miles
    Test number
    782272750190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,006 miles (+648)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    142,006 miles
    Test number
    232163149409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass141,358 miles (+4,365)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    141,358 miles
    Test number
    162870759447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass136,993 miles (+4,420)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    136,993 miles
    Test number
    383829048041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass132,573 miles (+4,854)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    132,573 miles
    Test number
    484534237062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass127,719 miles (+6,877)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    127,719 miles
    Test number
    153145536452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass120,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2006
    Odometer
    120,842 miles
    Test number
    551096535281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P513 GPE

Does P513 GPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P513 GPE expired on 20 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P513 GPE?
The MOT on P513 GPE expired on 20 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P513 GPE done?
P513 GPE was recorded at 179,436 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2023, an average of 3,206 miles a year.
Has P513 GPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P513 GPE has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on P513 GPE 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 P513 GPE find?
P513 GPE passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint, and 3 more.

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