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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,148 cc

S3 TFRMOT history

S3 TFR is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 144,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

S3 TFR blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
144,716 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 TFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 TFR was last recorded at 144,716 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 2,427 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,289 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,427 miles
Average per year
2,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,716 miles
  • 2024 – 142,289 miles
  • 2023 – 139,606 miles
  • 2022 – 137,278 miles
  • 2021 – 136,296 miles
  • 2020 – 134,561 miles
  • 2019 – 134,228 miles
  • 2018 – 133,728 miles
  • 2017 – 133,280 miles
  • 2016 – 132,911 miles
  • 2015 – 128,875 miles
  • 2014 – 124,457 miles
  • 2013 – 120,000 miles
  • 2012 – 116,144 miles
  • 2011 – 112,675 miles
  • 2010 – 108,859 miles
  • 2009 – 104,227 miles
  • 2008 – 99,006 miles
  • 2007 – 94,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,716 miles
  • AdvisoryUnder trays 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,716 miles (+2,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    144,716 miles
    Test number
    994198131476
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Pass142,289 miles (+2,683)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    142,289 miles
    Test number
    592061585302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass139,606 miles (+2,328)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    139,606 miles
    Test number
    888986012327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,278 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    137,278 miles
    Test number
    513402416992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass136,296 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    136,296 miles
    Test number
    808264360621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass134,561 miles (+333)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    134,561 miles
    Test number
    165857673228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass134,228 miles (+500)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,228 miles
    Test number
    292461112129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass133,728 miles (+448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    133,728 miles
    Test number
    151088662700
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass133,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    133,280 miles
    Test number
    126677468492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,280 miles (+369)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,280 miles
    Test number
    495233267805
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  11. Pass132,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    132,911 miles
    Test number
    678806963713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail132,911 miles (+4,036)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,911 miles
    Test number
    984804243350
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  13. Pass128,875 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    128,875 miles
    Test number
    414807468475
    • AdvisoryExshaust system deteriorated and mounting detached due to corrosion

  14. Fail128,875 miles (+4,418)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,875 miles
    Test number
    701552032117
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExshaust system deteriorated and mounting detached due to corrosion

  15. Pass124,457 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    124,457 miles
    Test number
    479151804331
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust rear pipe centre mount corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail124,457 miles (+4,457)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,457 miles
    Test number
    489351004387
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust rear pipe centre mount corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass120,000 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    120,000 miles
    Test number
    178105513313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail120,000 miles (+3,856)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,000 miles
    Test number
    585825913327
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass116,144 miles (+3,469)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    116,144 miles
    Test number
    166343012316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass112,675 miles (+3,816)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    112,675 miles
    Test number
    927676001381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass108,859 miles (+4,632)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    108,859 miles
    Test number
    913695400399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass104,227 miles (+5,221)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    104,227 miles
    Test number
    394821129353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass99,006 miles (+4,268)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    99,006 miles
    Test number
    690262308361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass94,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    94,738 miles
    Test number
    550924837351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 TFR

Does S3 TFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 TFR is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S3 TFR?
The MOT on S3 TFR is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 TFR done?
S3 TFR was recorded at 144,716 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 2,793 miles a year.
Has S3 TFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 TFR has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on S3 TFR 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 TFR find?
S3 TFR passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: under trays fitted.

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