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Mercedes-Benz C

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,295 cc

S784 GAFMOT history

S784 GAF is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 22 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 142,287 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

S784 GAF grey Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
142,287 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S784 GAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S784 GAF was last recorded at 142,287 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 5,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,897 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,390 miles
Average per year
3,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,287 miles
  • 2025 – 136,897 miles
  • 2023 – 128,900 miles
  • 2022 – 120,078 miles
  • 2021 – 113,038 miles
  • 2020 – 101,329 miles
  • 2019 – 88,486 miles
  • 2018 – 78,055 miles
  • 2016 – 78,031 miles
  • 2014 – 77,653 miles
  • 2013 – 77,177 miles
  • 2012 – 76,648 miles
  • 2011 – 76,157 miles
  • 2010 – 75,752 miles
  • 2009 – 75,157 miles
  • 2008 – 74,687 miles
  • 2007 – 74,028 miles
  • 2006 – 73,309 miles
  • 2005 – 72,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,287 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Non standard silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,287 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    142,287 miles
    Test number
    933378585799
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Non standard silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail142,287 miles (+5,390)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,287 miles
    Test number
    177760728957
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy Non standard silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass136,897 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    136,897 miles
    Test number
    718819489087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail136,867 miles (+7,967)2 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,867 miles
    Test number
    450122848985
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose baffles come adrift in silencer making it noisy (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass128,900 miles (+3,032)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    128,900 miles
    Test number
    219424681115
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass125,868 miles (+5,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    125,868 miles
    Test number
    451006629904
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass120,078 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    120,078 miles
    Test number
    803070838955
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail120,078 miles (+7,040)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,078 miles
    Test number
    985663910571
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass113,038 miles (+4)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    113,038 miles
    Test number
    325633628967
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront rotating noise from engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail113,034 miles (+11,705)5 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,034 miles
    Test number
    375701425738
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront rotating noise from engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass101,329 miles (+12,843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,329 miles
    Test number
    500419208548
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass88,486 miles (+10,431)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,486 miles
    Test number
    531675273089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,055 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,055 miles
    Test number
    603041790956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,031 miles
    Test number
    808976869360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,030 miles (+377)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,030 miles
    Test number
    670514893034
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure BATTERY TERMINAL LOOSE (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryINCORRECT BATTERY FITTED

  16. Pass77,653 miles (+476)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    77,653 miles
    Test number
    369344704202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    77,177 miles
    Test number
    557934403224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,177 miles (+529)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,177 miles
    Test number
    725644703262
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  19. Pass76,648 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,648 miles
    Test number
    447416302285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail76,648 miles (+491)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,648 miles
    Test number
    707496202278
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass76,157 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    76,157 miles
    Test number
    446640601252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,752 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    75,752 miles
    Test number
    624121100223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,157 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,157 miles
    Test number
    814202209251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,687 miles (+659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    74,687 miles
    Test number
    261164208253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass74,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    74,028 miles
    Test number
    780010207269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,028 miles (+719)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,028 miles
    Test number
    813990707215
    • Repaired at testOffside Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

  27. Pass73,309 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    73,309 miles
    Test number
    940632906214
    • NoteFront and rear number plates starting to de-laminate

  28. Fail73,309 miles (+872)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,309 miles
    Test number
    490409896140
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureInner Steering damper gland failed and leaking oil (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates starting to de-laminate

  29. Pass72,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    72,437 miles
    Test number
    820654715259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S784 GAF

Does S784 GAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S784 GAF is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S784 GAF?
The MOT on S784 GAF is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S784 GAF done?
S784 GAF was recorded at 142,287 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 3,377 miles a year.
Has S784 GAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S784 GAF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S784 GAF 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 S784 GAF find?
S784 GAF passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust noisy non standard silencer fitted; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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