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Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,497 cc

S775 BJWMOT history

S775 BJW is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 292,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2023.

S775 BJW green Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2024
Mileage
292,987 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S775 BJW
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S775 BJW was last recorded at 292,987 miles on 28 Feb 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
292,984 miles · 10 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 292,987 miles
  • 2022 – 287,419 miles
  • 2021 – 282,233 miles
  • 2019 – 279,037 miles
  • 2018 – 272,366 miles
  • 2017 – 267,730 miles
  • 2016 – 264,464 miles
  • 2015 – 256,532 miles
  • 2014 – 250,727 miles
  • 2013 – 241,327 miles
  • 2012 – 226,843 miles
  • 2011 – 215,630 miles
  • 2010 – 212,140 miles
  • 2009 – 208,357 miles
  • 2008 – 205,226 miles
  • 2007 – 202,092 miles
  • 2006 – 197,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass292,987 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass292,987 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    292,987 miles
    Test number
    642939033375
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail292,984 miles (+5,565)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,984 miles
    Test number
    119799951272
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced End of sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass287,419 miles (+5,186)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    287,419 miles
    Test number
    377193202336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass282,233 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    282,233 miles
    Test number
    143818969524
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail282,232 miles (+3,195)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,232 miles
    Test number
    349183171229
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass279,037 miles (+6,671)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    279,037 miles
    Test number
    770572843731
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass272,366 miles (+4,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    272,366 miles
    Test number
    603674273981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass267,730 miles (+3,266)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    267,730 miles
    Test number
    901417595757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass264,464 miles (+7,932)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    264,464 miles
    Test number
    264665040997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass256,532 miles (+5,805)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    256,532 miles
    Test number
    783164902075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass250,727 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    250,727 miles
    Test number
    379730464274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail250,725 miles (+9,398)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,725 miles
    Test number
    809669554202
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass241,327 miles (+86)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    241,327 miles
    Test number
    549387983202
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail241,241 miles (+14,398)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,241 miles
    Test number
    709362483208
    • FailureCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass226,843 miles (+11,213)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    226,843 miles
    Test number
    976132972156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteCut in osf tyre outer wall but no cords or ply showing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering box

  16. Pass215,630 miles (+1)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    215,630 miles
    Test number
    105071761125
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail215,629 miles (+3,489)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,629 miles
    Test number
    128380361161
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass212,140 miles (+3,783)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    212,140 miles
    Test number
    193867580159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass208,357 miles (+3,131)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    208,357 miles
    Test number
    231094619135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass205,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    205,226 miles
    Test number
    292750338131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail205,226 miles (+3,134)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,226 miles
    Test number
    942009928113
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass202,092 miles (+4,148)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    202,092 miles
    Test number
    250112127124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass197,944 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    197,944 miles
    Test number
    454133426116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about S775 BJW

Does S775 BJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S775 BJW expired on 27 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S775 BJW?
The MOT on S775 BJW expired on 27 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S775 BJW done?
S775 BJW was recorded at 292,987 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2023, an average of 5,649 miles a year.
Has S775 BJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S775 BJW has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S775 BJW 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 S775 BJW find?
S775 BJW passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2023 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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