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Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,685 cc

S44 JKLMOT history

S44 JKL is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 103,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2022.

S44 JKL silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2022
Mileage
103,056 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 JKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S44 JKL was last recorded at 103,056 miles on 8 Aug 2022, 1,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,801 miles · 7 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,255 miles
Average per year
4,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,056 miles
  • 2021 – 101,801 miles
  • 2020 – 98,193 miles
  • 2019 – 94,022 miles
  • 2018 – 89,486 miles
  • 2017 – 84,458 miles
  • 2016 – 78,740 miles
  • 2015 – 74,346 miles
  • 2014 – 68,087 miles
  • 2013 – 63,813 miles
  • 2012 – 56,200 miles
  • 2011 – 49,742 miles
  • 2010 – 43,597 miles
  • 2009 – 36,836 miles
  • 2008 – 33,722 miles
  • 2007 – 27,716 miles
  • 2005 – 22,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,056 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction doesn't illuminate (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,056 miles (+1,255)1 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,056 miles
    Test number
    638429225001
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction doesn't illuminate (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass101,801 miles (+103)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    101,801 miles
    Test number
    389250810828
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around all wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail101,698 miles (+3,505)1 dangerous3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,698 miles
    Test number
    562428655964
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear ball joint (outer). (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear ball joint (outer). (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front arm. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front arm. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front suspension components and bushes corroded and deteriorating. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arches and sides of body. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Lens dull and deteriorating. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Lens dull and deteriorating. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Park brakes requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear suspension components and bushes corroded and deteriorating. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass98,193 miles (+4,171)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    98,193 miles
    Test number
    911093046630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear h/brake getting low
    • AdvisoryH/brake at 16 %
    • AdvisoryHeadlights deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame and suspension arms corroding

  5. Pass94,022 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,022 miles
    Test number
    159032923105
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail94,017 miles (+4,531)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,017 miles
    Test number
    771237781148
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass89,486 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,486 miles
    Test number
    986748832443
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail89,486 miles (+5,028)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,486 miles
    Test number
    216017176991
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass84,458 miles (+151)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    84,458 miles
    Test number
    471841027420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroding

  10. Fail84,307 miles (+5,567)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,307 miles
    Test number
    982233265967
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded

  11. Pass78,740 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,740 miles
    Test number
    844104768581
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms correded
    • AdvisoryInjector leaking

  12. Fail78,738 miles (+4,392)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,738 miles
    Test number
    507996089979
    • DangerousNearside Front tyre is rubbing on window washer bottle
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint closest to the front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint closest to the back (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms correded
    • AdvisoryInjector leaking

  13. Pass74,346 miles (+7)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,346 miles
    Test number
    195319555159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail74,339 miles (+6,252)2 dangerous4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,339 miles
    Test number
    177854055181
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass68,087 miles (+4,274)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    68,087 miles
    Test number
    146398224186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass63,813 miles (+65)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,813 miles
    Test number
    706560873037
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres at 2.5mm
    • NoteN/sr tyre at 2.5mm

  17. Fail63,748 miles (+7,548)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,748 miles
    Test number
    239994563060
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres at 2.5mm
    • NoteN/sr tyre at 2.5mm

  18. Pass56,200 miles (+24)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,200 miles
    Test number
    817321542003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamp cracking

  19. Fail56,176 miles (+6,434)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,176 miles
    Test number
    528314932030
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamp cracking

  20. Pass49,742 miles (+6,145)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    49,742 miles
    Test number
    566060561072
    • NoteO/sf tyre wearing on outside edge

  21. Pass43,597 miles (+6,761)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,597 miles
    Test number
    551634050085
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  22. Pass36,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,836 miles
    Test number
    910838059074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,836 miles (+3,114)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,836 miles
    Test number
    130498659416
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass33,722 miles (+6,006)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,722 miles
    Test number
    812514018091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,716 miles (+5,684)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    27,716 miles
    Test number
    102522627463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    22,032 miles
    Test number
    470993365491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 JKL

Does S44 JKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S44 JKL expired on 6 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S44 JKL?
The MOT on S44 JKL expired on 6 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S44 JKL done?
S44 JKL was recorded at 103,056 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2022, an average of 4,879 miles a year.
Has S44 JKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 JKL has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on S44 JKL 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 S44 JKL find?
S44 JKL failed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction doesn't illuminate; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 11 more.

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