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Mercedes-Benz C

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,497 cc

S72 ETAMOT history

S72 ETA is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 226,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2024.

S72 ETA green Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2023
Mileage
226,668 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S72 ETA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S72 ETA was last recorded at 226,668 miles on 17 Jan 2024, 9,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2019: 199,461 miles, lower than 199,484 miles on 4 Oct 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
217,486 miles · 4 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
9,182 miles
Average per year
7,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 226,668 miles
  • 2022 – 217,486 miles
  • 2021 – 212,401 miles
  • 2020 – 207,031 miles
  • 2019 – 199,461 miles
  • 2018 – 187,100 miles
  • 2017 – 174,166 miles
  • 2016 – 162,859 miles
  • 2015 – 157,689 miles
  • 2014 – 148,179 miles
  • 2012 – 139,176 miles
  • 2011 – 135,106 miles
  • 2010 – 126,765 miles
  • 2009 – 121,277 miles
  • 2008 – 113,817 miles
  • 2007 – 106,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail226,668 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
  • DangerousVehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached Boot Floor (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail226,668 miles (+9,182)4 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,668 miles
    Test number
    503327785486
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousVehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached Boot Floor (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass217,486 miles (+5,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    217,486 miles
    Test number
    384013783610
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass212,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    212,401 miles
    Test number
    364238935225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail212,401 miles (+5,370)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,401 miles
    Test number
    102916996580
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  5. Pass207,031 miles (+7,570)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    207,031 miles
    Test number
    382318461673
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear floor slight corrosion

  6. Pass199,461 miles (-23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    199,461 miles
    Test number
    766796557381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail199,484 miles (+12,384)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,484 miles
    Test number
    770991259485
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass187,100 miles (+12,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    187,100 miles
    Test number
    867497459313
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under body near side left

  9. Pass174,166 miles (+11,307)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    174,166 miles
    Test number
    972751148358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass162,859 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    162,859 miles
    Test number
    540832944829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail162,846 miles (+5,157)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,846 miles
    Test number
    881762848068
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass157,689 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    157,689 miles
    Test number
    952798642402
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail157,688 miles (+9,509)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,688 miles
    Test number
    565556671646
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass148,179 miles (+1)9 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    148,179 miles
    Test number
    406876814110
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear mudguard insecure
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Fail148,178 miles (+9,002)1 failure3 repaired9 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,178 miles
    Test number
    385743514116
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear mudguard insecure
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass139,176 miles (+4,070)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    139,176 miles
    Test number
    795476602398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass135,106 miles (+8,341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    135,106 miles
    Test number
    739827001353
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass126,765 miles (+5,488)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    126,765 miles
    Test number
    973417770267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass121,277 miles (+7,460)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    121,277 miles
    Test number
    243478989219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass113,817 miles (+7,011)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    113,817 miles
    Test number
    930644898153
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly worn on outer edge.

  21. Pass106,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    106,806 miles
    Test number
    474338927191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S72 ETA

Does S72 ETA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S72 ETA expired on 7 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S72 ETA?
The MOT on S72 ETA expired on 7 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S72 ETA done?
S72 ETA was recorded at 226,668 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2024, an average of 7,179 miles a year.
Has S72 ETA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S72 ETA has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S72 ETA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S72 ETA find?
S72 ETA failed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2024 with 4 dangerous defects, 9 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill; stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released, and 12 more.

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