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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

S30 RCEMOT history

S30 RCE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 17 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 95,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

S30 RCE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
95,555 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 RCE
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
17 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S30 RCE was last recorded at 95,555 miles on 6 Jun 2026, 5,669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,886 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,669 miles
Average per year
3,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,555 miles
  • 2025 – 89,886 miles
  • 2024 – 83,868 miles
  • 2023 – 79,297 miles
  • 2022 – 78,980 miles
  • 2021 – 78,618 miles
  • 2020 – 77,737 miles
  • 2019 – 75,846 miles
  • 2018 – 73,296 miles
  • 2017 – 69,384 miles
  • 2016 – 66,285 miles
  • 2015 – 61,659 miles
  • 2014 – 57,606 miles
  • 2012 – 50,116 miles
  • 2011 – 45,664 miles
  • 2010 – 40,402 miles
  • 2009 – 35,953 miles
  • 2008 – 30,448 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,555 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,555 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    95,555 miles
    Test number
    613541907165
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail95,555 miles (+5,669)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,555 miles
    Test number
    966457190791
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system insecure x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,886 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    89,886 miles
    Test number
    595832672634
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail89,886 miles (+6,018)3 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,886 miles
    Test number
    146886387670
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,868 miles (+4,571)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    83,868 miles
    Test number
    654592565573
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass79,297 miles (+317)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    79,297 miles
    Test number
    537341815294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass78,980 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    78,980 miles
    Test number
    618529088708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,618 miles (+881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,618 miles
    Test number
    947832396049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass77,737 miles (+1,891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,737 miles
    Test number
    290182201540
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  10. Pass75,846 miles (+2,550)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    75,846 miles
    Test number
    709024970336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,296 miles (+3,912)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,296 miles
    Test number
    110329898043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,384 miles
    Test number
    221962297983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,382 miles (+3,097)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,382 miles
    Test number
    925281484922
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint As marked (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass66,285 miles (+4,626)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    66,285 miles
    Test number
    714044944063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken but system adequately supported

  15. Pass61,659 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    61,659 miles
    Test number
    959860135293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken but system adequately supported

  16. Fail61,656 miles (+4,050)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,656 miles
    Test number
    975970135253
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken but system adequately supported

  17. Pass57,606 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,606 miles
    Test number
    337597724212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken but system adequately supported

  18. Fail57,606 miles (+7,490)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,606 miles
    Test number
    959357724203
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken but system adequately supported

  19. Fail50,116 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,116 miles
    Test number
    329315622335
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteS r s light on

  20. Pass50,116 miles (+4,452)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,116 miles
    Test number
    438275922336
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteS r s light on

  21. Pass45,664 miles (+5,262)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    45,664 miles
    Test number
    728262321364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,402 miles (+4,449)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,402 miles
    Test number
    153734010330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,953 miles (+5,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,953 miles
    Test number
    480684229441
    • 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)

  24. Pass30,448 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,448 miles
    Test number
    692526448226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S30 RCE

Does S30 RCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S30 RCE is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S30 RCE?
The MOT on S30 RCE is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S30 RCE done?
S30 RCE was recorded at 95,555 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026, an average of 3,666 miles a year.
Has S30 RCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 RCE has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S30 RCE 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 S30 RCE find?
S30 RCE passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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