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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,497 cc

RBG 9MOT history

RBG 9 is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 12 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 59,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

RBG 9 blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
59,880 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RBG 9
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RBG 9 was last recorded at 59,880 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,091 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
789 miles
Average per year
801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,880 miles
  • 2025 – 59,091 miles
  • 2024 – 55,332 miles
  • 2023 – 54,378 miles
  • 2022 – 53,893 miles
  • 2021 – 52,964 miles
  • 2020 – 52,614 miles
  • 2019 – 52,478 miles
  • 2018 – 51,052 miles
  • 2017 – 50,332 miles
  • 2016 – 48,537 miles
  • 2015 – 46,594 miles
  • 2014 – 46,256 miles
  • 2012 – 46,159 miles
  • 2011 – 46,076 miles
  • 2007 – 45,255 miles
  • 2006 – 43,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,880 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Oil leak from diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Body component slightly loose Side skirt slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Slight free play in steering arm

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,880 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    59,880 miles
    Test number
    494828276185
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Oil leak from diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body component slightly loose Side skirt slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight free play in steering arm

  2. Fail59,880 miles (+789)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,880 miles
    Test number
    659830312551
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Oil leak from diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body component slightly loose Side skirt slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight free play in steering arm

  3. Pass59,091 miles (+3,759)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    59,091 miles
    Test number
    278394057263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff
    • AdvisorySlight play in osf inner steering arm

  4. Pass55,332 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    55,332 miles
    Test number
    272147500675
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail55,314 miles (+936)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,314 miles
    Test number
    602625743319
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differencial (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass54,378 miles (+485)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    54,378 miles
    Test number
    470946888170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,893 miles (+929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    53,893 miles
    Test number
    236592934773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass52,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    52,964 miles
    Test number
    474692314530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail52,964 miles (+350)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,964 miles
    Test number
    925297187635
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass52,614 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    52,614 miles
    Test number
    692531932826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,478 miles
    Test number
    174116142252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,478 miles (+1,426)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,478 miles
    Test number
    103795641165
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass51,052 miles (+720)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    51,052 miles
    Test number
    842298143128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,332 miles (+1,795)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,332 miles
    Test number
    447059550856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,537 miles (+1,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    48,537 miles
    Test number
    989481744545
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass46,594 miles (+338)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    46,594 miles
    Test number
    255897465432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,256 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,256 miles
    Test number
    868277774189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,159 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,159 miles
    Test number
    618653852129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,076 miles (+821)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,076 miles
    Test number
    636417851191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,255 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,255 miles
    Test number
    402875357102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,762 miles
    Test number
    532207456187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RBG 9

What vehicle is registration RBG 9 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RBG 9 on a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 12 Jan 1998. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RBG 9 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RBG 9 is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on RBG 9?
The MOT on RBG 9 is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RBG 9 done?
RBG 9 was recorded at 59,880 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 801 miles a year.
Has RBG 9 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RBG 9 has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on RBG 9 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 RBG 9 find?
RBG 9 passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive oil leak from diff; nearside front body component slightly loose side skirt slightly loose; offside slight free play in steering arm.

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