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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

S17 EFUMOT history

S17 EFU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 137,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

S17 EFU silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2023
Mileage
137,578 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 EFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 EFU was last recorded at 137,578 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 2,474 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jan 2018: 125,302 miles, lower than 125,780 miles on 9 Feb 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
135,104 miles · 9 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,474 miles
Average per year
5,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 137,578 miles
  • 2021 – 135,104 miles
  • 2020 – 133,643 miles
  • 2019 – 129,594 miles
  • 2018 – 125,302 miles
  • 2017 – 125,780 miles
  • 2016 – 120,749 miles
  • 2015 – 115,191 miles
  • 2014 – 110,209 miles
  • 2013 – 104,897 miles
  • 2012 – 102,012 miles
  • 2011 – 99,633 miles
  • 2010 – 94,560 miles
  • 2008 – 83,958 miles
  • 2007 – 59,113 miles
  • 2006 – 44,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,578 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine cover,under tray and both side under sill cover fitted

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 Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine cover,under tray and both side sill cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,578 miles (+2,474)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    137,578 miles
    Test number
    265115204554
    • MinorOffside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover,under tray and both side under sill cover fitted

  2. Pass135,104 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,104 miles
    Test number
    269785181377
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover,under tray and both side sill cover fitted

  3. Fail135,102 miles (+1,459)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,102 miles
    Test number
    764811285011
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover,under tray and both side sill cover fitted

  4. Pass133,643 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    133,643 miles
    Test number
    564989572623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light insecure
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from differential and gearbox

  5. Fail133,641 miles (+4,047)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,641 miles
    Test number
    540464297821
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light insecure
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from differential and gearbox

  6. Pass129,594 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    129,594 miles
    Test number
    159565295368
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body component surface corosion

  7. Fail129,594 miles (+4,292)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,594 miles
    Test number
    537892483500
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body component surface corosion

  8. Pass125,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    125,302 miles
    Test number
    326882355916
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass is dark

  9. Fail125,302 miles (-478)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,302 miles
    Test number
    891160494853
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid BOTH (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass is dark

  10. Pass125,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    125,780 miles
    Test number
    183962869486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,780 miles (+5,031)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,780 miles
    Test number
    268982068957
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass120,749 miles (+5,558)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    120,749 miles
    Test number
    187871101325
    • DangerousRear advise rear pads very low

  13. Pass115,191 miles (+4,982)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    115,191 miles
    Test number
    178621835490
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass110,209 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    110,209 miles
    Test number
    829222034064
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear alloy wheel damaged
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated and scored

  15. Fail110,209 miles (+5,312)1 dangerous1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,209 miles
    Test number
    439262534066
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear alloy wheel damaged
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated and scored

  16. Pass104,897 miles (+2,885)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    104,897 miles
    Test number
    245588713090
    • NoteGearbox damp

  17. Pass102,012 miles (+2,379)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    102,012 miles
    Test number
    416455042041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail99,633 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,633 miles
    Test number
    289206831003
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass99,633 miles (+5,073)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    99,633 miles
    Test number
    797066931013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,560 miles (+10,602)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    94,560 miles
    Test number
    902782020080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,958 miles (+13,167)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    83,958 miles
    Test number
    511274568313
    • NoteFront wipers slightly worn
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres worn to 3mm

  22. Pass70,791 miles (+11,678)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    70,791 miles
    Test number
    614754308051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,113 miles (+14,374)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    59,113 miles
    Test number
    233597827017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    44,739 miles
    Test number
    590728926042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about S17 EFU

Does S17 EFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S17 EFU expired on 24 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S17 EFU?
The MOT on S17 EFU expired on 24 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S17 EFU done?
S17 EFU was recorded at 137,578 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 5,805 miles a year.
Has S17 EFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 EFU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S17 EFU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jan 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S17 EFU find?
S17 EFU passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 5 more.

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