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Mercedes-Benz C

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,799 cc

S65 JGWMOT history

S65 JGW is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

S65 JGW green Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
101,427 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S65 JGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S65 JGW was last recorded at 101,427 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 13,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,423 miles · 23 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
13,004 miles
Average per year
3,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,427 miles
  • 2024 – 88,423 miles
  • 2023 – 82,320 miles
  • 2022 – 81,828 miles
  • 2021 – 80,663 miles
  • 2020 – 79,585 miles
  • 2019 – 78,603 miles
  • 2018 – 77,585 miles
  • 2017 – 76,658 miles
  • 2016 – 75,588 miles
  • 2015 – 73,482 miles
  • 2014 – 70,971 miles
  • 2013 – 67,264 miles
  • 2012 – 65,130 miles
  • 2011 – 61,674 miles
  • 2010 – 57,567 miles
  • 2009 – 51,335 miles
  • 2008 – 47,204 miles
  • 2007 – 42,542 miles
  • 2006 – 38,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,427 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,427 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    101,427 miles
    Test number
    405928729749
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail101,427 miles (+13,004)4 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,427 miles
    Test number
    776225706288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass88,423 miles (+6,103)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,423 miles
    Test number
    886831865416
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass82,320 miles (+492)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    82,320 miles
    Test number
    443078970644
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass81,828 miles (+1,165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,828 miles
    Test number
    187917006098
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass80,663 miles (+1,078)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,663 miles
    Test number
    331072816281
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass79,585 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,585 miles
    Test number
    370043591648
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail79,531 miles (+928)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,531 miles
    Test number
    646824171766
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass78,603 miles (+1,018)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,603 miles
    Test number
    463199080770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,585 miles (+927)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    77,585 miles
    Test number
    118426895479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,658 miles (+1,070)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,658 miles
    Test number
    309648458638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,588 miles (+2,106)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    75,588 miles
    Test number
    382251361056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,482 miles (+2,511)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    73,482 miles
    Test number
    617917152126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,971 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,971 miles
    Test number
    797234514374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,249 miles (+2,985)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,249 miles
    Test number
    327714424406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,264 miles (+2,134)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,264 miles
    Test number
    847664233209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,130 miles (+3,456)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,130 miles
    Test number
    666670232295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,674 miles (+4,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,674 miles
    Test number
    129502321230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass57,567 miles (+6,232)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,567 miles
    Test number
    830239630260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,335 miles (+4,131)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    51,335 miles
    Test number
    224030039247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,204 miles (+4,662)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,204 miles
    Test number
    284759038219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,542 miles (+3,975)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,542 miles
    Test number
    951126237286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,567 miles
    Test number
    551030136219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S65 JGW

Does S65 JGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S65 JGW is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S65 JGW?
The MOT on S65 JGW is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S65 JGW done?
S65 JGW was recorded at 101,427 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 3,260 miles a year.
Has S65 JGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S65 JGW has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S65 JGW 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 S65 JGW find?
S65 JGW passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play both.

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