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Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,796 cc

S73 VEXMOT history

S73 VEX is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 57,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

S73 VEX blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
57,025 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S73 VEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S73 VEX was last recorded at 57,025 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,966 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
4,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,025 miles
  • 2025 – 51,450 miles
  • 2024 – 46,643 miles
  • 2023 – 40,750 miles
  • 2022 – 32,828 miles
  • 2021 – 24,490 miles
  • 2020 – 17,981 miles
  • 2018 – 17,234 miles
  • 2017 – 15,914 miles
  • 2015 – 11,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,025 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 7 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,025 miles (+59)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    57,025 miles
    Test number
    519162633701
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail56,966 miles (+5,516)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,966 miles
    Test number
    526547018527
    • 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 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass51,450 miles (+4,807)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    51,450 miles
    Test number
    805647963424
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged 2253519 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass46,643 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    46,643 miles
    Test number
    237184556115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail46,643 miles (+5,893)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,643 miles
    Test number
    297162344491
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass40,750 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    40,750 miles
    Test number
    573072640974
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail40,743 miles (+7,915)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,743 miles
    Test number
    798944476963
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering arm deformed bent (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass32,828 miles (+8,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    32,828 miles
    Test number
    744714035779
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 275/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass24,490 miles (+394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    24,490 miles
    Test number
    107416889871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail24,096 miles (+6,115)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,096 miles
    Test number
    420653210063
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass17,981 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    17,981 miles
    Test number
    396632185463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail17,928 miles (+694)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,928 miles
    Test number
    704021163125
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

  13. Pass17,234 miles (+1,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    17,234 miles
    Test number
    996880688790
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  14. Pass15,914 miles (+3,970)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    15,914 miles
    Test number
    665534631627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,944 miles (+1,737)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    11,944 miles
    Test number
    713298211404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass10,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    10,207 miles
    Test number
    127007105096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S73 VEX

Does S73 VEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S73 VEX is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S73 VEX?
The MOT on S73 VEX is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S73 VEX done?
S73 VEX was recorded at 57,025 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 4,069 miles a year.
Has S73 VEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S73 VEX has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S73 VEX 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 S73 VEX find?
S73 VEX passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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