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Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,799 cc

R448 JWCMOT history

R448 JWC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2021.

R448 JWC blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2022
Mileage
83,843 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,137 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R448 JWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
15 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

R448 JWC was last recorded at 83,843 miles on 4 Nov 2021, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,826 miles · 18 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
3,137 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 83,843 miles
  • 2020 – 79,380 miles
  • 2019 – 77,194 miles
  • 2018 – 73,694 miles
  • 2017 – 69,026 miles
  • 2016 – 68,370 miles
  • 2015 – 63,487 miles
  • 2014 – 56,692 miles
  • 2013 – 48,639 miles
  • 2012 – 44,244 miles
  • 2011 – 43,777 miles
  • 2010 – 42,808 miles
  • 2009 – 40,719 miles
  • 2008 – 38,909 miles
  • 2007 – 37,378 miles
  • 2006 – 35,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,843 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,843 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,843 miles
    Test number
    270762762272
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail83,843 miles (+17)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,843 miles
    Test number
    217612670448
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail83,826 miles (+4,446)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,826 miles
    Test number
    966629015271
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass79,380 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    500134024012
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail79,380 miles (+2,186)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    561496254578
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass77,194 miles (+3,500)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,194 miles
    Test number
    694327996463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,694 miles (+4,668)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,694 miles
    Test number
    547966036149
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres perished. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass69,026 miles (+656)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,026 miles
    Test number
    233857326108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,370 miles (+4,883)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,370 miles
    Test number
    990889540631
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake slow to reach maximum
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hose flexis starting to perish
    • AdvisoryMinor play detected inner steering system
    • AdvisoryRear brakes would not lock out on rolling road may require adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryUndertray and sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWiper smears slightly

  10. Pass63,487 miles (+6,795)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,487 miles
    Test number
    639817085144
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear brake hoses showing signs of perishing
    • NoteUnable to see all brake pipes

  11. Pass56,692 miles (+8,053)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,692 miles
    Test number
    157177774189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass48,639 miles (+4,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,639 miles
    Test number
    278593783130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass44,244 miles (+467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    44,244 miles
    Test number
    486092192126
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass43,777 miles (+969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,777 miles
    Test number
    407733691103
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass42,808 miles (+2,089)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,808 miles
    Test number
    671035390116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,719 miles (+1,810)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,719 miles
    Test number
    611658689187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,909 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,909 miles
    Test number
    871453808244
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass38,909 miles (+1,531)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    38,909 miles
    Test number
    990383608228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,378 miles
    Test number
    273259867405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,378 miles (+1,740)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,378 miles
    Test number
    973399867160
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass35,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    35,638 miles
    Test number
    270434776468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R448 JWC

Does R448 JWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R448 JWC expired on 3 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R448 JWC?
The MOT on R448 JWC expired on 3 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R448 JWC done?
R448 JWC was recorded at 83,843 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2021, an average of 3,137 miles a year.
Has R448 JWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R448 JWC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on R448 JWC 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 R448 JWC find?
R448 JWC passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2021 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease.

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