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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

S3 RDAMOT history

S3 RDA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 29 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 45,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

S3 RDA black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
45,444 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 RDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 RDA was last recorded at 45,444 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 1,532 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,912 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,532 miles
Average per year
1,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,444 miles
  • 2025 – 43,912 miles
  • 2024 – 42,019 miles
  • 2023 – 41,101 miles
  • 2021 – 37,321 miles
  • 2020 – 36,374 miles
  • 2019 – 35,638 miles
  • 2018 – 34,945 miles
  • 2017 – 34,165 miles
  • 2016 – 32,993 miles
  • 2015 – 31,560 miles
  • 2014 – 29,215 miles
  • 2013 – 25,751 miles
  • 2007 – 19,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,444 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,444 miles (+1,532)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    45,444 miles
    Test number
    436729157152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass43,912 miles (+1,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    43,912 miles
    Test number
    111731320014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass42,019 miles (+918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    42,019 miles
    Test number
    605742126074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass41,101 miles (+3,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    41,101 miles
    Test number
    823251751567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass37,321 miles (+947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    37,321 miles
    Test number
    232775870768
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass36,374 miles (+736)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    36,374 miles
    Test number
    103436919743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,638 miles (+693)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    35,638 miles
    Test number
    434097047121
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass34,945 miles (+780)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    34,945 miles
    Test number
    980290049841
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass34,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    34,165 miles
    Test number
    472240789184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail34,165 miles (+1,172)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,165 miles
    Test number
    851167468581
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  11. Pass32,993 miles (+1,433)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    32,993 miles
    Test number
    635748568327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,560 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,560 miles
    Test number
    295107112792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail31,554 miles (+2,339)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,554 miles
    Test number
    861312261930
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  14. Pass29,215 miles (+3,464)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,215 miles
    Test number
    429996764217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,751 miles (+6,643)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    25,751 miles
    Test number
    966374563216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    19,108 miles
    Test number
    124737837185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 RDA

Does S3 RDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 RDA is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 RDA?
The MOT on S3 RDA is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 RDA done?
S3 RDA was recorded at 45,444 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 1,361 miles a year.
Has S3 RDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 RDA has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on S3 RDA 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 S3 RDA find?
S3 RDA passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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