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White · Diesel · 1997 · 2,497 cc

R844 LHTMOT history

R844 LHT is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 167,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2023.

R844 LHT white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2025
Mileage
167,271 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R844 LHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R844 LHT was last recorded at 167,271 miles on 20 Dec 2023, 6,723 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,548 miles · 4 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
6,723 miles
Average per year
6,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 167,271 miles
  • 2022 – 153,151 miles
  • 2021 – 147,266 miles
  • 2019 – 137,216 miles
  • 2018 – 129,361 miles
  • 2017 – 121,627 miles
  • 2016 – 114,755 miles
  • 2015 – 106,954 miles
  • 2014 – 100,009 miles
  • 2013 – 94,432 miles
  • 2012 – 87,559 miles
  • 2011 – 82,227 miles
  • 2010 – 77,944 miles
  • 2009 – 73,205 miles
  • 2008 – 69,172 miles
  • 2007 – 64,463 miles
  • 2006 – 59,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,271 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryHole in floor and rear jacking points holed and corroded

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    167,271 miles
    Test number
    740554311981
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHole in floor and rear jacking points holed and corroded

  2. Fail167,271 miles (+6,723)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,271 miles
    Test number
    471148340677
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHole in floor and rear jacking points holed and corroded

  3. Pass160,548 miles (+7,397)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    160,548 miles
    Test number
    206735924110
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass153,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    153,151 miles
    Test number
    276149920248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail153,151 miles (+5,885)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,151 miles
    Test number
    805832892191
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass147,266 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    147,266 miles
    Test number
    573012570457
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail147,257 miles (+10,041)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,257 miles
    Test number
    771867394121
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass137,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,216 miles
    Test number
    386607510219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail137,216 miles (+7,855)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,216 miles
    Test number
    544648862595
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass129,361 miles (+7,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    129,361 miles
    Test number
    442549566616
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexible brake hoses deteriorated

  11. Pass121,627 miles (+6,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    121,627 miles
    Test number
    746462128699
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass114,755 miles (+7,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,755 miles
    Test number
    976995579101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass106,954 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    106,954 miles
    Test number
    775984175106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail106,895 miles (+6,886)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,895 miles
    Test number
    675019665157
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass100,009 miles (+5,577)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    439322464115
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear light slightly damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer mounting

  16. Pass94,432 miles (+6,873)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,432 miles
    Test number
    568732893191
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass87,559 miles (+5,332)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    87,559 miles
    Test number
    328885262114
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass82,227 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    82,227 miles
    Test number
    296808851126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail82,227 miles (+4,283)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,227 miles
    Test number
    538208251156
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass77,944 miles (+4,739)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,944 miles
    Test number
    192437140119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass73,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    73,205 miles
    Test number
    102925259140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,205 miles (+4,033)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,205 miles
    Test number
    722025659130
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass69,172 miles (+4,709)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,172 miles
    Test number
    880014568105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,463 miles (+5,176)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    64,463 miles
    Test number
    212195067100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    59,287 miles
    Test number
    181957266199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R844 LHT

Does R844 LHT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R844 LHT expired on 5 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R844 LHT?
The MOT on R844 LHT expired on 5 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R844 LHT done?
R844 LHT was recorded at 167,271 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2023, an average of 6,167 miles a year.
Has R844 LHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R844 LHT has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on R844 LHT 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 R844 LHT find?
R844 LHT passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; hole in floor and rear jacking points holed and corroded.

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