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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

S18 BGDMOT history

S18 BGD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 6 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 83,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

S18 BGD silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
83,670 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 BGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 BGD was last recorded at 83,670 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 8,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,265 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,405 miles
Average per year
3,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,670 miles
  • 2025 – 75,265 miles
  • 2024 – 68,271 miles
  • 2023 – 61,283 miles
  • 2022 – 52,777 miles
  • 2021 – 52,720 miles
  • 2020 – 52,410 miles
  • 2019 – 52,002 miles
  • 2017 – 50,516 miles
  • 2016 – 49,073 miles
  • 2015 – 46,060 miles
  • 2014 – 41,980 miles
  • 2013 – 38,801 miles
  • 2012 – 36,218 miles
  • 2011 – 31,981 miles
  • 2010 – 26,633 miles
  • 2009 – 21,771 miles
  • 2008 – 17,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,670 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear exhaust bracket broken

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • All tyres perishing with age

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,670 miles (+8,405)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    83,670 miles
    Test number
    175276470719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass75,265 miles (+6,994)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    75,265 miles
    Test number
    924468431724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass68,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    68,271 miles
    Test number
    602635719296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail68,271 miles (+6,988)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,271 miles
    Test number
    617620608538
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass61,283 miles (+8,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,283 miles
    Test number
    185738156949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass52,777 miles (+57)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    52,777 miles
    Test number
    111450433464
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass52,720 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    52,720 miles
    Test number
    300315471774
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail52,719 miles (+309)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,719 miles
    Test number
    893372405191
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass52,410 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    52,410 miles
    Test number
    860216826436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perishing with age
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  10. Fail52,403 miles (+401)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,403 miles
    Test number
    553581415472
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perishing with age
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  11. Pass52,002 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    52,002 miles
    Test number
    438833635469
    • AdvisoryAll tyres tread perished with age
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  12. Fail51,989 miles (+1,473)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,989 miles
    Test number
    669171138394
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres tread perished with age
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  13. Pass50,516 miles (+1,443)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,516 miles
    Test number
    704419022241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,073 miles (+3,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,073 miles
    Test number
    343085430307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass46,060 miles (+4,080)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    46,060 miles
    Test number
    735960365147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,980 miles (+3,179)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,980 miles
    Test number
    606247664131
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll 4 tyres getting low

  17. Pass38,801 miles (+2,583)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,801 miles
    Test number
    458689063117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,218 miles (+4,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,218 miles
    Test number
    569652472167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass31,981 miles (+5,348)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,981 miles
    Test number
    609112571123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,633 miles (+4,862)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,633 miles
    Test number
    821235270190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,771 miles (+4,072)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,771 miles
    Test number
    413026379146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,699 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    17,699 miles
    Test number
    932805258109
    • NotePark brake travel is quite high.

Questions about S18 BGD

Does S18 BGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 BGD is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 BGD?
The MOT on S18 BGD is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 BGD done?
S18 BGD was recorded at 83,670 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 3,615 miles a year.
Has S18 BGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 BGD has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S18 BGD 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 S18 BGD find?
S18 BGD passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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