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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

S42 MWLMOT history

S42 MWL is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 150,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2024.

S42 MWL black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2024
Mileage
150,135 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 MWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S42 MWL was last recorded at 150,135 miles on 20 Mar 2024, 5,026 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,109 miles · 10 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
5,026 miles
Average per year
4,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 150,135 miles
  • 2023 – 145,109 miles
  • 2022 – 140,126 miles
  • 2021 – 135,448 miles
  • 2020 – 135,400 miles
  • 2019 – 132,307 miles
  • 2018 – 123,954 miles
  • 2015 – 120,199 miles
  • 2014 – 115,208 miles
  • 2013 – 113,889 miles
  • 2012 – 104,627 miles
  • 2011 – 92,279 miles
  • 2010 – 85,389 miles
  • 2009 – 79,637 miles
  • 2008 – 77,005 miles
  • 2006 – 68,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,135 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,135 miles (+5,026)1 dangerous13 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,135 miles
    Test number
    850287695004
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,109 miles (+123)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    145,109 miles
    Test number
    483386925185
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  3. Fail144,986 miles (+4,860)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,986 miles
    Test number
    778558931265
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  4. Pass140,126 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    140,126 miles
    Test number
    172889520622
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail140,126 miles (+4,678)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,126 miles
    Test number
    360576080753
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass135,448 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,448 miles
    Test number
    814825553803
    • MinorHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamps inoperative

  7. Fail135,448 miles (+48)3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,448 miles
    Test number
    609889549194
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamps inoperative

  8. Fail135,400 miles (+3,093)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,400 miles
    Test number
    470964733452
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill / floorpan area corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass132,307 miles (+8,353)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,307 miles
    Test number
    782572100965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper blade not parking off screen

  10. Pass123,954 miles (+3,755)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    123,954 miles
    Test number
    987078642074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass120,199 miles (+4,991)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    120,199 miles
    Test number
    693594502180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,208 miles (+1,319)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    115,208 miles
    Test number
    737825314356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,889 miles (+9,262)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    113,889 miles
    Test number
    237568233175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass104,627 miles (+12,348)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    104,627 miles
    Test number
    646089832136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass92,279 miles (+6,890)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    92,279 miles
    Test number
    255379431100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,389 miles (+5,752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    85,389 miles
    Test number
    513132210190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass79,637 miles (+2,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,637 miles
    Test number
    361243899085
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass77,005 miles (+8,807)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,005 miles
    Test number
    740671098042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    68,198 miles
    Test number
    731746896050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S42 MWL

Does S42 MWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 MWL expired on 16 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 MWL?
The MOT on S42 MWL expired on 16 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 MWL done?
S42 MWL was recorded at 150,135 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2024, an average of 4,564 miles a year.
Has S42 MWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 MWL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on S42 MWL 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 S42 MWL find?
S42 MWL failed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 13 major defects and 2 advisories: offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 13 more.

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