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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,398 cc

R604 WPXMOT history

R604 WPX is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Jan 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 154,574 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2023.

R604 WPX blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2024
Mileage
154,574 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R604 WPX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R604 WPX was last recorded at 154,574 miles on 24 Aug 2023, 11,481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,093 miles · 1 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
11,481 miles
Average per year
7,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 154,574 miles
  • 2022 – 143,093 miles
  • 2021 – 135,090 miles
  • 2020 – 126,388 miles
  • 2019 – 120,415 miles
  • 2018 – 112,203 miles
  • 2017 – 105,338 miles
  • 2016 – 100,671 miles
  • 2015 – 98,257 miles
  • 2014 – 94,660 miles
  • 2013 – 87,302 miles
  • 2012 – 78,185 miles
  • 2011 – 70,695 miles
  • 2010 – 66,724 miles
  • 2009 – 58,586 miles
  • 2008 – 51,131 miles
  • 2007 – 44,493 miles
  • 2006 – 33,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,574 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Breather hose on fuel filter deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,574 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    154,574 miles
    Test number
    495133838705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,574 miles (+11,481)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,574 miles
    Test number
    869686289530
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass143,093 miles (+8,003)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    143,093 miles
    Test number
    555237877689
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass135,090 miles (+191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    135,090 miles
    Test number
    598039573315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Fail134,899 miles (+8,511)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,899 miles
    Test number
    606599423233
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Pass126,388 miles (+5,973)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    126,388 miles
    Test number
    262867435072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm plus nail in tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft rear rubber joint starting to crack.

  7. Pass120,415 miles (+477)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    120,415 miles
    Test number
    521973026717
    • AdvisoryBreather hose on fuel filter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has uneven wear on inner and outer shoulder
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail119,938 miles (+7,735)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,938 miles
    Test number
    172524048342
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBreather hose on fuel filter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front mount corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has uneven wear on inner and outer shoulders
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass112,203 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,203 miles
    Test number
    524506826150
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades slightly deteriorated

  10. Fail112,168 miles (+6,830)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,168 miles
    Test number
    694544124979
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire under wheel arch (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass105,338 miles (+4,667)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    105,338 miles
    Test number
    595335515342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass100,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,671 miles
    Test number
    464996734992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail100,671 miles (+2,414)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,671 miles
    Test number
    444507194545
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass98,257 miles (+3,597)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    98,257 miles
    Test number
    477177166653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,660 miles (+7,358)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    94,660 miles
    Test number
    197615064249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,302 miles (+9,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    87,302 miles
    Test number
    318980363425
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass78,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    78,185 miles
    Test number
    429501452237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,185 miles (+7,490)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,185 miles
    Test number
    535581252233
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass70,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    70,695 miles
    Test number
    858209141219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,695 miles (+3,971)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,695 miles
    Test number
    175609141253
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass66,724 miles (+8,138)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,724 miles
    Test number
    673781450207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,586 miles (+7,455)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,586 miles
    Test number
    704634769279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,131 miles (+6,638)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,131 miles
    Test number
    834923758265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,493 miles (+11,468)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    44,493 miles
    Test number
    872559567231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,025 miles
    Test number
    241289256245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R604 WPX

Does R604 WPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R604 WPX expired on 23 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R604 WPX?
The MOT on R604 WPX expired on 23 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R604 WPX done?
R604 WPX was recorded at 154,574 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2023, an average of 7,177 miles a year.
Has R604 WPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R604 WPX has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on R604 WPX 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 R604 WPX find?
R604 WPX passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

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