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Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 1,799 cc

S741 JNHMOT history

S741 JNH is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 2 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 138,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

S741 JNH grey Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
138,556 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S741 JNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S741 JNH was last recorded at 138,556 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 9,750 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,806 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,750 miles
Average per year
4,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,556 miles
  • 2025 – 128,806 miles
  • 2024 – 119,140 miles
  • 2023 – 109,979 miles
  • 2021 – 103,047 miles
  • 2020 – 96,166 miles
  • 2019 – 92,817 miles
  • 2018 – 89,249 miles
  • 2017 – 86,087 miles
  • 2016 – 81,672 miles
  • 2015 – 77,327 miles
  • 2014 – 72,888 miles
  • 2013 – 68,953 miles
  • 2012 – 66,941 miles
  • 2011 – 64,376 miles
  • 2010 – 60,463 miles
  • 2009 – 58,048 miles
  • 2008 – 54,795 miles
  • 2007 – 51,563 miles
  • 2006 – 46,316 miles
  • 2005 – 40,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,556 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including suspension components and mountings both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,556 miles (+9,750)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    138,556 miles
    Test number
    135377159636
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including suspension components and mountings both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass128,806 miles (+9,666)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    128,806 miles
    Test number
    403687630546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass119,140 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    119,140 miles
    Test number
    141405749382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,480 miles (+8,501)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,480 miles
    Test number
    121567443593
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass109,979 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    109,979 miles
    Test number
    764647064134
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail109,968 miles (+6,921)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,968 miles
    Test number
    896636918428
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,047 miles (+6,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    103,047 miles
    Test number
    504591553591
    • AdvisorySlight play in front wheels both

  8. Pass96,166 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,166 miles
    Test number
    172035048464
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail96,164 miles (+3,347)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,164 miles
    Test number
    478219678558
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass92,817 miles (+3,568)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,817 miles
    Test number
    656159223739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,249 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    89,249 miles
    Test number
    502199820404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,248 miles (+3,161)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,248 miles
    Test number
    929500261534
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top coil spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength end of inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass86,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    86,087 miles
    Test number
    121000790091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail86,087 miles (+4,415)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,087 miles
    Test number
    511025684237
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass81,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    81,672 miles
    Test number
    182189613759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail81,672 miles (+4,345)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,672 miles
    Test number
    536644055691
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass77,327 miles (+4,439)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    77,327 miles
    Test number
    410040749926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,888 miles
    Test number
    747143344337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,888 miles (+23,935)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,888 miles
    Test number
    978003444339
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass68,953 miles (+2,012)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    68,953 miles
    Test number
    229740333333
    • NoteOff side front coil spring top mount starting to corrode

  21. Pass66,941 miles (+2,565)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,941 miles
    Test number
    529848412342
    • NoteWheel arches corroded

  22. Pass64,376 miles (+3,913)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,376 miles
    Test number
    419959111370
    • NoteN/s/f wheel arch corroded

  23. Pass60,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    60,463 miles
    Test number
    854694210380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail60,463 miles (+2,415)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,463 miles
    Test number
    510964110375
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass58,048 miles (+3,253)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    58,048 miles
    Test number
    934531449385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,795 miles (+3,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    54,795 miles
    Test number
    413723948416
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn low

  27. Pass51,563 miles (+5,247)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    51,563 miles
    Test number
    432224947319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass46,316 miles (+5,346)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    46,316 miles
    Test number
    671018436367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass40,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    40,970 miles
    Test number
    331315625359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S741 JNH

Does S741 JNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S741 JNH is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S741 JNH?
The MOT on S741 JNH is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S741 JNH done?
S741 JNH was recorded at 138,556 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 4,789 miles a year.
Has S741 JNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S741 JNH has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on S741 JNH 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 S741 JNH find?
S741 JNH passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including suspension components and mountings both sides.

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