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Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,148 cc

S10 LNKMOT history

S10 LNK is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 180,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2025.

S10 LNK silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2026
Mileage
180,446 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S10 LNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S10 LNK was last recorded at 180,446 miles on 24 Jul 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,446 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,446 miles
  • 2024 – 172,150 miles
  • 2023 – 165,829 miles
  • 2022 – 160,327 miles
  • 2021 – 154,001 miles
  • 2020 – 150,206 miles
  • 2019 – 145,651 miles
  • 2018 – 136,392 miles
  • 2017 – 130,756 miles
  • 2016 – 122,974 miles
  • 2015 – 118,524 miles
  • 2014 – 113,809 miles
  • 2013 – 103,405 miles
  • 2012 – 93,151 miles
  • 2011 – 88,579 miles
  • 2010 – 80,831 miles
  • 2009 – 72,940 miles
  • 2008 – 62,818 miles
  • 2006 – 52,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,446 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 corners brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses fogged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,446 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    180,446 miles
    Test number
    487370138449
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail180,446 miles (+8,296)9 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,446 miles
    Test number
    790825532676
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass172,150 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    172,150 miles
    Test number
    440864743996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail172,148 miles (+6,319)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,148 miles
    Test number
    379380965352
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21" (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding both rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light inop

  5. Pass165,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    165,829 miles
    Test number
    870610667663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail165,829 miles (+5,502)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,829 miles
    Test number
    223161451188
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit see print out limit 0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin no 2 injector chuffing (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both no pattern headlights need polishing (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn back arm ball joint pointing up (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn centre (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  7. Pass160,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    160,327 miles
    Test number
    463518741878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail160,327 miles (+6,326)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,327 miles
    Test number
    273257823689
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Limit 0.8 see print out (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass154,001 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    154,001 miles
    Test number
    256355963622
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both lenses fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 corners brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower spring arm outer rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  10. Fail154,000 miles (+3,794)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,000 miles
    Test number
    385628163516
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower spring arm outer rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both lenses fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 corners brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower spring arm outer rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  11. Pass150,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    150,206 miles
    Test number
    241134568620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail150,206 miles (+4,555)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,206 miles
    Test number
    799028064746
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit 0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass145,651 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    145,651 miles
    Test number
    273914963666
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail145,649 miles (+9,257)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,649 miles
    Test number
    864031693211
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass136,392 miles (+5,636)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    136,392 miles
    Test number
    417364841923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass130,756 miles (+7,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    130,756 miles
    Test number
    970943083744
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass122,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    122,974 miles
    Test number
    524986661294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail122,973 miles (+4,449)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,973 miles
    Test number
    485607508197
    • FailureOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass118,524 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    118,524 miles
    Test number
    880690552160
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail118,523 miles (+4,714)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,523 miles
    Test number
    905613248172
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass113,809 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    113,809 miles
    Test number
    676594074259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAlternator belt deteriorated
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail113,809 miles (+10,404)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,809 miles
    Test number
    517184074270
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAlternator belt deteriorated
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass103,405 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,405 miles
    Test number
    275424373281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Fail103,405 miles (+10,254)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,405 miles
    Test number
    706004473221
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass93,151 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    93,151 miles
    Test number
    475039462055
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Fail93,151 miles (+4,572)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,151 miles
    Test number
    186459062025
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  27. Pass88,579 miles (+7,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    88,579 miles
    Test number
    525398661090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass80,831 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    80,831 miles
    Test number
    164981580022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail80,710 miles (+7,770)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,710 miles
    Test number
    603186970093
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass72,940 miles (+10,122)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    72,940 miles
    Test number
    133544989019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres close to wear indicators

  31. Pass62,818 miles (+9,922)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    62,818 miles
    Test number
    183061378016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteFloor pan panels fitted.cannot inspect fully
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer edge worn

  32. Pass52,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    52,896 miles
    Test number
    731551336352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S10 LNK

Does S10 LNK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S10 LNK expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S10 LNK?
The MOT on S10 LNK expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S10 LNK done?
S10 LNK was recorded at 180,446 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2025, an average of 6,837 miles a year.
Has S10 LNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S10 LNK has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S10 LNK 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 S10 LNK find?
S10 LNK passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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