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Red · Diesel · 1997 · 2,497 cc

P57 CODMOT history

P57 COD is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 147,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2022.

P57 COD red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2023
Mileage
147,393 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2022
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P57 COD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
3 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P57 COD was last recorded at 147,393 miles on 24 Sept 2022, 186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,207 miles · 27 Nov 2015
Between the last two tests
186 miles
Average per year
1,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,393 miles
  • 2015 – 147,207 miles
  • 2014 – 146,503 miles
  • 2013 – 146,033 miles
  • 2012 – 144,556 miles
  • 2011 – 143,506 miles
  • 2010 – 141,957 miles
  • 2009 – 139,425 miles
  • 2008 – 133,966 miles
  • 2007 – 127,823 miles
  • 2006 – 121,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,393 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

14 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,393 miles (+186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    147,393 miles
    Test number
    191881630056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass147,207 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    147,207 miles
    Test number
    759850409610
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  3. Fail147,207 miles (+704)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,207 miles
    Test number
    245822186860
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  4. Pass146,503 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    146,503 miles
    Test number
    806495834360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  5. Fail146,496 miles (+463)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,496 miles
    Test number
    568913834216
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  6. Pass146,033 miles (+8)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    146,033 miles
    Test number
    856745613263
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWheel arch liners fitted not allowing full inspection

  7. Fail146,025 miles (+1,469)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,025 miles
    Test number
    819653413277
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWheel arch liners fitted not allowing full inspection

  8. Pass144,556 miles (+1,050)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    144,556 miles
    Test number
    995387902167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass143,506 miles (+1,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    143,506 miles
    Test number
    217810811485
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass141,957 miles (+2,532)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    141,957 miles
    Test number
    222134300126
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on inner and outer edge
    • NoteSteering assembly has slight play

  11. Pass139,425 miles (+5,459)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    139,425 miles
    Test number
    102112499458
    • NoteAdvisorys attatched

  12. Pass133,966 miles (+6,143)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    133,966 miles
    Test number
    240960518139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass127,823 miles (+6,405)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    127,823 miles
    Test number
    952219527169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass121,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    121,418 miles
    Test number
    853680346122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P57 COD

Does P57 COD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P57 COD expired on 23 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P57 COD?
The MOT on P57 COD expired on 23 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P57 COD done?
P57 COD was recorded at 147,393 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2022, an average of 1,589 miles a year.
Has P57 COD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P57 COD has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2015.
Has the mileage on P57 COD 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 P57 COD find?
P57 COD passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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