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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

S5 YNCMOT history

S5 YNC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 172,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

S5 YNC blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
172,207 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 YNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 YNC was last recorded at 172,207 miles on 17 Mar 2025, 1,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,970 miles · 3 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1,237 miles
Average per year
6,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,207 miles
  • 2024 – 170,970 miles
  • 2023 – 169,623 miles
  • 2022 – 167,696 miles
  • 2021 – 167,682 miles
  • 2020 – 163,313 miles
  • 2019 – 156,768 miles
  • 2018 – 150,303 miles
  • 2017 – 144,771 miles
  • 2016 – 137,314 miles
  • 2015 – 131,348 miles
  • 2014 – 123,732 miles
  • 2013 – 113,116 miles
  • 2012 – 103,936 miles
  • 2011 – 95,652 miles
  • 2010 – 84,647 miles
  • 2009 – 76,947 miles
  • 2008 – 67,849 miles
  • 2007 – 58,799 miles
  • 2006 – 53,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear sub frame/suspension corrosion

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    263638652065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame/suspension corrosion

  2. FailMileage not read4 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    730439999900
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame/suspension corrosion

  3. Pass172,207 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    172,207 miles
    Test number
    498853167281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail172,207 miles (+1,237)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,207 miles
    Test number
    681685338084
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass170,970 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    170,970 miles
    Test number
    957160162328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet support rams
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  6. Fail170,970 miles (+1,347)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,970 miles
    Test number
    497215367457
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet support rams
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  7. Pass169,623 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    169,623 miles
    Test number
    972857965091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail169,623 miles (+1,927)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,623 miles
    Test number
    535179327596
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected Lens cracked (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective parking brake warning (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass167,696 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    167,696 miles
    Test number
    597086242645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail167,693 miles (+11)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,693 miles
    Test number
    745449774016
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail167,682 miles (+4,369)1 dangerous11 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,682 miles
    Test number
    184253467622
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached n/s/f and o/s/f lower ball joints dangerously worn (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on, on dash.
    • AdvisoryEngine revs going up and down on its own
    • AdvisoryN/s repeater indicator lens broken
    • AdvisoryN/s/f headlamp aim is very weak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box bracket is loose
    • AdvisorySide lights and dip beam on all the time

  12. Pass163,313 miles (+6,545)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    163,313 miles
    Test number
    562715870391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass156,768 miles (+6,465)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    156,768 miles
    Test number
    806383385651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass150,303 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    150,303 miles
    Test number
    752956155166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail150,303 miles (+5,532)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,303 miles
    Test number
    805150782837
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass144,771 miles (+7,457)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    144,771 miles
    Test number
    891820556886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass137,314 miles (+5,966)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    137,314 miles
    Test number
    195752747418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass131,348 miles (+7,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    131,348 miles
    Test number
    327765240132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass123,732 miles (+10,616)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    123,732 miles
    Test number
    267719684233
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail113,116 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,116 miles
    Test number
    117204793240
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  21. Pass113,116 miles (+9,180)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    113,116 miles
    Test number
    887124893204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail103,936 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,936 miles
    Test number
    346217292242
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass103,936 miles (+8,284)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    103,936 miles
    Test number
    988027692287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass95,652 miles (+11,005)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    95,652 miles
    Test number
    537459471265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass84,647 miles (+7,700)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    84,647 miles
    Test number
    430064500156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass76,947 miles (+9,098)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    76,947 miles
    Test number
    263140019174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass67,849 miles (+9,050)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,849 miles
    Test number
    733005418102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass58,799 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    58,799 miles
    Test number
    330820637181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Fail58,799 miles (+5,740)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,799 miles
    Test number
    863860537141
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass53,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    53,059 miles
    Test number
    921195786231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail53,059 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,059 miles
    Test number
    392155686258
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about S5 YNC

Does S5 YNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 YNC is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 YNC?
The MOT on S5 YNC is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 YNC done?
S5 YNC was recorded at 172,207 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2025, an average of 6,465 miles a year.
Has S5 YNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 YNC has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 YNC 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 S5 YNC find?
S5 YNC passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured, and 4 more.

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