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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,148 cc

S18 GKDMOT history

S18 GKD is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 196,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

S18 GKD black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
196,068 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 GKD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 GKD was last recorded at 196,068 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,038 miles · 31 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
12,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,068 miles
  • 2025 – 193,906 miles
  • 2024 – 189,581 miles
  • 2023 – 184,209 miles
  • 2022 – 163,743 miles
  • 2021 – 147,696 miles
  • 2019 – 142,751 miles
  • 2018 – 133,775 miles
  • 2017 – 116,737 miles
  • 2016 – 92,213 miles
  • 2015 – 62,704 miles
  • 2014 – 38,044 miles
  • 2013 – 30,027 miles
  • 2012 – 24,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,068 miles
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,068 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    196,068 miles
    Test number
    967588868153
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail196,038 miles (+2,132)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,038 miles
    Test number
    858045478230
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam keeps coming on and off (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pad wear sensor wire broken

  3. Pass193,906 miles (+4,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    193,906 miles
    Test number
    615335337174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass189,581 miles (+5,372)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    189,581 miles
    Test number
    459029624456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass184,209 miles (+20,466)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    184,209 miles
    Test number
    127256900358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass163,743 miles (+16,047)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    163,743 miles
    Test number
    205827351711
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass147,696 miles (+4,945)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    147,696 miles
    Test number
    663259601260
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass142,751 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    142,751 miles
    Test number
    722935146760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail142,680 miles (+8,905)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,680 miles
    Test number
    398168149331
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass133,775 miles (+17,038)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    133,775 miles
    Test number
    551285258319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,737 miles (+24,524)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    116,737 miles
    Test number
    729001534735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,213 miles (+29,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,213 miles
    Test number
    654231371510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass62,704 miles (+12,161)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    62,704 miles
    Test number
    998040469724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rearbrake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has damage on side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass50,543 miles (+12,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    50,543 miles
    Test number
    778340315055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass38,044 miles (+8,017)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    38,044 miles
    Test number
    328778514050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,027 miles (+5,878)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,027 miles
    Test number
    335892523075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    24,149 miles
    Test number
    448764672114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 GKD

Does S18 GKD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 GKD is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 GKD?
The MOT on S18 GKD is valid until 14 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 GKD done?
S18 GKD was recorded at 196,068 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 12,080 miles a year.
Has S18 GKD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 GKD has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 GKD 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 GKD find?
S18 GKD passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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