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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,497 cc

R129 OBFMOT history

R129 OBF is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 6 Nov 1997. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 83,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

R129 OBF blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
83,131 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R129 OBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R129 OBF was last recorded at 83,131 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 4,915 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,216 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,915 miles
Average per year
2,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,131 miles
  • 2025 – 78,216 miles
  • 2017 – 75,655 miles
  • 2016 – 69,977 miles
  • 2015 – 65,924 miles
  • 2014 – 61,429 miles
  • 2013 – 58,665 miles
  • 2012 – 55,550 miles
  • 2011 – 51,949 miles
  • 2010 – 47,205 miles
  • 2009 – 42,183 miles
  • 2008 – 37,360 miles
  • 2007 – 33,572 miles
  • 2006 – 29,682 miles
  • 2005 – 25,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,131 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,131 miles (+4,915)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    83,131 miles
    Test number
    680315246399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,216 miles (+2,561)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    78,216 miles
    Test number
    814232478591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,655 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    75,655 miles
    Test number
    267994649136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Fail75,644 miles (+5,667)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,644 miles
    Test number
    666756379658
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass69,977 miles (+4,053)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,977 miles
    Test number
    588175042448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,924 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,924 miles
    Test number
    441331374617
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Fail65,924 miles (+4,495)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,924 miles
    Test number
    540863913272
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass61,429 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,429 miles
    Test number
    816534104389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Fail61,428 miles (+2,763)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,428 miles
    Test number
    976163604350
    • DangerousDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass58,665 miles (+3,115)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    58,665 miles
    Test number
    988473403312
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass55,550 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,550 miles
    Test number
    288491312325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,949 miles (+4,744)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,949 miles
    Test number
    587877301387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear sub-frame has signs of corrosion!!

  13. Pass47,205 miles (+5,022)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,205 miles
    Test number
    893153210370
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight wear on outer edge!!

  14. Pass42,183 miles (+4,823)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,183 miles
    Test number
    172925119333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,360 miles (+3,788)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,360 miles
    Test number
    451280428460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,572 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,572 miles
    Test number
    561180727379
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to get worn on inner edge!!

  17. Fail33,572 miles (+3,890)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,572 miles
    Test number
    620340127331
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to get worn on inner edge!!

  18. Pass29,682 miles (+4,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    29,682 miles
    Test number
    693237676234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass25,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    25,447 miles
    Test number
    381085485222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R129 OBF

Does R129 OBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R129 OBF is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R129 OBF?
The MOT on R129 OBF is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R129 OBF done?
R129 OBF was recorded at 83,131 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 2,819 miles a year.
Has R129 OBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R129 OBF has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on R129 OBF 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 R129 OBF find?
R129 OBF passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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