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Mercedes-Benz B-Class

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,796 cc

PCB 956MOT history

PCB 956 is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 90,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

PCB 956 grey Mercedes-Benz B-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz B-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,286 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
PCB 956
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

PCB 956 was last recorded at 90,286 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 5,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,053 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,233 miles
Average per year
5,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,286 miles
  • 2025 – 85,053 miles
  • 2024 – 82,124 miles
  • 2023 – 78,396 miles
  • 2022 – 74,170 miles
  • 2021 – 69,200 miles
  • 2020 – 66,201 miles
  • 2019 – 62,124 miles
  • 2018 – 55,743 miles
  • 2017 – 47,626 miles
  • 2016 – 40,450 miles
  • 2015 – 32,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,286 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine cover and undertrays obscuring some testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine cover and undertrays obstructing some items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,286 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,286 miles
    Test number
    509525485962
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail90,286 miles (+5,233)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,286 miles
    Test number
    278116127401
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass85,053 miles (+2,929)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    85,053 miles
    Test number
    548734839283
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play (suspect bush in end of steering rack) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair disc also slightly rusty (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass82,124 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    82,124 miles
    Test number
    586596218866
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail82,124 miles (+3,728)3 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,124 miles
    Test number
    827110681479
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass78,396 miles (+4,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,396 miles
    Test number
    824491157429
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays obscuring some items

  7. Pass74,170 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    74,170 miles
    Test number
    364295355392
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays obscuring some testable items

  8. Fail74,166 miles (+4,966)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,166 miles
    Test number
    975321034512
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays obscuring some testable items

  9. Pass69,200 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    69,200 miles
    Test number
    938311557983
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays obstructing some items

  10. Fail69,182 miles (+2,981)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,182 miles
    Test number
    997774507780
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays obstructing some items

  11. Pass66,201 miles (+4,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    66,201 miles
    Test number
    784884231737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays

  12. Pass62,124 miles (+6,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,124 miles
    Test number
    354984626300
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays obstructing some items

  13. Pass55,743 miles (+8,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    55,743 miles
    Test number
    413128087563
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays obstructing some components

  14. Pass47,626 miles (+7,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,626 miles
    Test number
    625333077464
    • AdvisorySlight knock when steering wheel turned
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted not allowing a full inspection of underside of the car

  15. Pass40,450 miles (+8,359)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    40,450 miles
    Test number
    515884010884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    32,091 miles
    Test number
    995495307214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about PCB 956

What vehicle is registration PCB 956 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show PCB 956 on a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 28 Sept 2012. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does PCB 956 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on PCB 956 is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on PCB 956?
The MOT on PCB 956 is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has PCB 956 done?
PCB 956 was recorded at 90,286 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 5,250 miles a year.
Has PCB 956 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. PCB 956 has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on PCB 956 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 PCB 956 find?
PCB 956 passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides on inner faces; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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