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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,148 cc

S13 TSBMOT history

S13 TSB is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 129,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

S13 TSB black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
129,234 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S13 TSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S13 TSB was last recorded at 129,234 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,230 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,234 miles
  • 2025 – 123,039 miles
  • 2024 – 117,023 miles
  • 2023 – 109,615 miles
  • 2022 – 104,049 miles
  • 2021 – 96,617 miles
  • 2020 – 89,428 miles
  • 2019 – 81,844 miles
  • 2017 – 73,813 miles
  • 2016 – 68,853 miles
  • 2015 – 60,916 miles
  • 2014 – 51,393 miles
  • 2013 – 41,385 miles
  • 2012 – 31,972 miles
  • 2011 – 26,796 miles
  • 2010 – 21,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,234 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside front seat damaged (fabric)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,234 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    129,234 miles
    Test number
    501087709478
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front seat damaged (fabric)
  2. Fail129,230 miles (+6,191)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,230 miles
    Test number
    561100432541
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front seat damaged (fabric)
  3. Pass123,039 miles (+6,016)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    123,039 miles
    Test number
    967212647028
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass117,023 miles (+5)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,023 miles
    Test number
    674320517142
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail117,018 miles (+7,403)2 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,018 miles
    Test number
    846686860237
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass109,615 miles (+5,566)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    109,615 miles
    Test number
    276997286637
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass104,049 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,049 miles
    Test number
    409025071800
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail104,049 miles (+7,432)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,049 miles
    Test number
    727869827765
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass96,617 miles (+7,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,617 miles
    Test number
    938175332591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass89,428 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    89,428 miles
    Test number
    267019531291
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail89,428 miles (+7,584)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,428 miles
    Test number
    336979277306
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass81,844 miles (+8,031)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,844 miles
    Test number
    907446545167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,813 miles (+4,960)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,813 miles
    Test number
    664229547124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,853 miles
    Test number
    319640976739
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Fail68,853 miles (+7,937)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,853 miles
    Test number
    115250412894
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass60,916 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,916 miles
    Test number
    386231515419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,852 miles (+9,459)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,852 miles
    Test number
    379000515253
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  18. Pass51,393 miles (+141)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,393 miles
    Test number
    318700104219
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake ware warning lamp on
    • NoteN/s/f ttyre wall damaged
  19. Fail51,252 miles (+9,867)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,252 miles
    Test number
    209489194455
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake ware warning lamp on
    • NoteN/s/f ttyre wall damaged
  20. Pass41,385 miles (+9,413)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    41,385 miles
    Test number
    289221803272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,972 miles (+5,176)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,972 miles
    Test number
    948778092107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,796 miles (+5,286)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,796 miles
    Test number
    237002301240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    21,510 miles
    Test number
    192557910232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S13 TSB

Does S13 TSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S13 TSB is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S13 TSB?
The MOT on S13 TSB is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S13 TSB done?
S13 TSB was recorded at 129,234 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 6,897 miles a year.
Has S13 TSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S13 TSB has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S13 TSB 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 S13 TSB find?
S13 TSB passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front seat damaged (fabric).

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