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Mercedes-Benz C

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,497 cc

S742 RACMOT history

S742 RAC is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 211,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2023.

S742 RAC green Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2024
Mileage
211,598 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S742 RAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2024
Latest MOT test
11 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S742 RAC was last recorded at 211,598 miles on 11 May 2023, 1,756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,842 miles · 17 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,756 miles
Average per year
4,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 211,598 miles
  • 2022 – 209,842 miles
  • 2021 – 208,636 miles
  • 2020 – 207,713 miles
  • 2019 – 204,329 miles
  • 2016 – 200,471 miles
  • 2015 – 194,868 miles
  • 2014 – 187,854 miles
  • 2013 – 181,245 miles
  • 2012 – 176,304 miles
  • 2011 – 170,211 miles
  • 2010 – 164,745 miles
  • 2009 – 158,507 miles
  • 2008 – 152,706 miles
  • 2007 – 145,842 miles
  • 2006 – 138,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,598 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,598 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    211,598 miles
    Test number
    657587185660
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail211,598 miles (+1,756)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,598 miles
    Test number
    887464444173
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass209,842 miles (+1,206)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    209,842 miles
    Test number
    262909233268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering arm
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion on suspension parts front and rear

  4. Pass208,636 miles (+923)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    208,636 miles
    Test number
    378057806998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass207,713 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    207,713 miles
    Test number
    434993925594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass204,329 miles (+3,858)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    204,329 miles
    Test number
    670372728952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass200,471 miles (+5,603)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    200,471 miles
    Test number
    869717579483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass194,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    194,868 miles
    Test number
    388357105147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail194,868 miles (+7,014)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,868 miles
    Test number
    756924805101
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  10. Pass187,854 miles (+6,609)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    187,854 miles
    Test number
    379558394014
    • NoteSlight Fuel Leak From Fuel Injection Pump.

  11. Pass181,245 miles (+4,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    181,245 miles
    Test number
    479762303111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass176,304 miles (+6,093)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    176,304 miles
    Test number
    945214302198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass170,211 miles (+5,466)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    170,211 miles
    Test number
    366536891096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass164,745 miles (+6,238)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    164,745 miles
    Test number
    234529500413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass158,507 miles (+5,801)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    158,507 miles
    Test number
    803849099002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass152,706 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    152,706 miles
    Test number
    103685098019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail152,706 miles (+6,864)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,706 miles
    Test number
    131105798498
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass145,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    145,842 miles
    Test number
    212644797055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail145,842 miles (+7,101)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,842 miles
    Test number
    611882297019
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass138,741 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    138,741 miles
    Test number
    232207596017
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread depth 2mm

Questions about S742 RAC

Does S742 RAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S742 RAC expired on 16 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S742 RAC?
The MOT on S742 RAC expired on 16 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S742 RAC done?
S742 RAC was recorded at 211,598 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2023, an average of 4,263 miles a year.
Has S742 RAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S742 RAC has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S742 RAC 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 S742 RAC find?
S742 RAC passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2023 with 7 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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