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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

S4 DCYMOT history

S4 DCY is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 7 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 135,417 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2023.

S4 DCY black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2023
Mileage
135,417 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 DCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S4 DCY was last recorded at 135,417 miles on 28 Mar 2023, 5,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,295 miles · 1 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
5,122 miles
Average per year
3,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 135,417 miles
  • 2022 – 130,295 miles
  • 2020 – 129,993 miles
  • 2019 – 127,764 miles
  • 2018 – 125,271 miles
  • 2017 – 122,251 miles
  • 2016 – 119,666 miles
  • 2015 – 116,766 miles
  • 2014 – 113,030 miles
  • 2013 – 112,158 miles
  • 2012 – 106,743 miles
  • 2011 – 100,383 miles
  • 2010 – 94,599 miles
  • 2009 – 85,427 miles
  • 2007 – 74,749 miles
  • 2006 – 70,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,417 miles
  • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn steel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine light on
  • AdvisoryParking brake 16% repair or adjustment needed

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,417 miles (+5,122)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,417 miles
    Test number
    936006909424
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn steel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryParking brake 16% repair or adjustment needed

  2. Pass130,295 miles (+302)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    130,295 miles
    Test number
    536432549834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on braking and suspension components

  3. Pass129,993 miles (+2,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    129,993 miles
    Test number
    642991605406
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass127,764 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    127,764 miles
    Test number
    641684628173
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail127,764 miles (+2,493)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,764 miles
    Test number
    176882518996
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass125,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,271 miles
    Test number
    943930020592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail125,271 miles (+3,020)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,271 miles
    Test number
    167464272252
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass122,251 miles (+2,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    122,251 miles
    Test number
    485196881701
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass119,666 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    119,666 miles
    Test number
    380173063661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail119,660 miles (+2,894)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,660 miles
    Test number
    722457118368
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass116,766 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,766 miles
    Test number
    345720565166
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail116,749 miles (+3,719)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,749 miles
    Test number
    599649655103
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass113,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    113,030 miles
    Test number
    859992464170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail113,030 miles (+872)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,030 miles
    Test number
    638612864127
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass112,158 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    112,158 miles
    Test number
    906595143309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail112,158 miles (+5,415)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,158 miles
    Test number
    116694843330
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass106,743 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    106,743 miles
    Test number
    788293992201
    • NoteCorrosion on rear brake discs and pads worn very low on near side
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear brake pipes

  18. Fail106,743 miles (+6,360)2 dangerous5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,743 miles
    Test number
    419111492228
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteCorrosion on rear brake discs and pads worn very low on near side
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear brake pipes

  19. Pass100,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    100,383 miles
    Test number
    648498981278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail100,383 miles (+175)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,383 miles
    Test number
    959438281289
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass100,208 miles (+5,609)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    100,208 miles
    Test number
    286931661082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front inner rack joint slight play

  22. Pass94,599 miles (+9,172)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    94,599 miles
    Test number
    904176950041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass85,427 miles (+10,678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    85,427 miles
    Test number
    603247559081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass74,749 miles (+4,107)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    74,749 miles
    Test number
    990226157296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass70,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    70,642 miles
    Test number
    502867816294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 DCY

Does S4 DCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S4 DCY expired on 31 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S4 DCY?
The MOT on S4 DCY expired on 31 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S4 DCY done?
S4 DCY was recorded at 135,417 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2023, an average of 3,892 miles a year.
Has S4 DCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 DCY has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S4 DCY 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 S4 DCY find?
S4 DCY failed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2023 with 5 major defects and 4 advisories: hazard warning switch inoperative; offside front coil spring fractured or broken; offside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn steel, and 6 more.

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