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Silver · Diesel · 1997 · 2,497 cc

R690 KAWMOT history

R690 KAW is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 141,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

R690 KAW silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
141,085 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R690 KAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R690 KAW was last recorded at 141,085 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,245 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
840 miles
Average per year
3,869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,085 miles
  • 2024 – 140,245 miles
  • 2023 – 134,520 miles
  • 2022 – 131,488 miles
  • 2021 – 124,765 miles
  • 2020 – 122,543 miles
  • 2019 – 120,442 miles
  • 2018 – 115,502 miles
  • 2017 – 110,747 miles
  • 2016 – 106,869 miles
  • 2015 – 103,475 miles
  • 2014 – 99,186 miles
  • 2013 – 95,568 miles
  • 2012 – 92,588 miles
  • 2011 – 88,919 miles
  • 2010 – 84,766 miles
  • 2009 – 79,746 miles
  • 2007 – 72,813 miles
  • 2006 – 67,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,085 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,085 miles (+840)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    141,085 miles
    Test number
    954704852507
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass140,245 miles (+5,725)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    140,245 miles
    Test number
    586784972594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass134,520 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    134,520 miles
    Test number
    932775869255
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail134,520 miles (+3,032)1 dangerous2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,520 miles
    Test number
    814641290485
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass131,488 miles (+6,723)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    131,488 miles
    Test number
    145595862302
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm circa (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm circa (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass124,765 miles (+2,222)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    124,765 miles
    Test number
    282413743484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass122,543 miles (+2,101)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    122,543 miles
    Test number
    541209795530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,442 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,442 miles
    Test number
    887125658279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis corroded not yet excessive

  9. Fail120,435 miles (+4,933)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,435 miles
    Test number
    746679132056
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage deformed track rod (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis corroded not yet excessive

  10. Pass115,502 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    115,502 miles
    Test number
    598516782919
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blade is in a poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near sub frame mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater is slightly loose

  11. Fail115,495 miles (+4,748)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,495 miles
    Test number
    136208662291
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blade is in a poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near sub frame mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater is slightly loose

  12. Pass110,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,747 miles
    Test number
    778318353854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,747 miles (+3,878)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,747 miles
    Test number
    367854513284
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass106,869 miles (+3,394)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    106,869 miles
    Test number
    558310122535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,475 miles (+4,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    103,475 miles
    Test number
    962198517318
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play drag link

  16. Pass99,186 miles (+3,618)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    99,186 miles
    Test number
    967152054263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,568 miles (+2,980)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    95,568 miles
    Test number
    939985353251
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE BROKEN

  18. Pass92,588 miles (+3,669)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    92,588 miles
    Test number
    846004862266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,919 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,919 miles
    Test number
    436693761294
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass88,919 miles (+4,153)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    88,919 miles
    Test number
    587513261275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass84,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    84,766 miles
    Test number
    161126960271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail84,766 miles (+5,020)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,766 miles
    Test number
    710116160281
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass79,746 miles (+6,933)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    79,746 miles
    Test number
    591219069268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,813 miles (+5,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    72,813 miles
    Test number
    750298087282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass67,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    67,048 miles
    Test number
    614606386286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R690 KAW

Does R690 KAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R690 KAW is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on R690 KAW?
The MOT on R690 KAW is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R690 KAW done?
R690 KAW was recorded at 141,085 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 3,869 miles a year.
Has R690 KAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R690 KAW has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on R690 KAW 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 R690 KAW find?
R690 KAW passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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