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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

T12 KMAMOT history

T12 KMA is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 10 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 270,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2023
Mileage
270,620 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
17,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 KMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 KMA was last recorded at 270,620 miles on 19 Feb 2022, 122,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,680 miles · 12 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
122,940 miles
Average per year
17,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 270,620 miles
  • 2021 – 147,680 miles
  • 2020 – 125,900 miles
  • 2018 – 110,218 miles
  • 2017 – 96,068 miles
  • 2016 – 87,404 miles
  • 2015 – 71,787 miles
  • 2014 – 47,190 miles
  • 2013 – 38,197 miles
  • 2012 – 34,785 miles
  • 2011 – 30,665 miles
  • 2010 – 27,673 miles
  • 2009 – 23,867 miles
  • 2008 – 19,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass270,620 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass270,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    270,620 miles
    Test number
    635929139485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail270,620 miles1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,620 miles
    Test number
    936032879300
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail270,612 km2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,612 km
    Test number
    500887619291
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass147,680 miles (+21,780)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    147,680 miles
    Test number
    555748269041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass125,900 miles (+15,682)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    125,900 miles
    Test number
    823823194280
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass110,218 miles (+14,150)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    110,218 miles
    Test number
    486036332889
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass96,068 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    96,068 miles
    Test number
    763899027070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted on underside covering pipes.

  8. Fail96,068 miles (+8,664)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,068 miles
    Test number
    639681178049
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted on underside covering pipes.

  9. Pass87,404 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    87,404 miles
    Test number
    168932948046
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle missing (bonnet end)
    • AdvisoryEngine under-trays and top covers fitted restricting view during test

  10. Fail87,404 miles (+15,617)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,404 miles
    Test number
    934138202136
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle missing (bonnet end)
    • AdvisoryEngine under-trays and top covers fitted restricting view during test

  11. Pass71,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    71,787 miles
    Test number
    399142249955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,787 miles (+24,597)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,787 miles
    Test number
    531629016393
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass47,190 miles (+4,373)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    47,190 miles
    Test number
    269845244350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,817 miles
    Test number
    289504164021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail42,817 miles (+4,620)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,817 miles
    Test number
    245523164004
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass38,197 miles (+3,412)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,197 miles
    Test number
    149149153483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,785 miles (+4,120)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,785 miles
    Test number
    809924742098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,665 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    30,665 miles
    Test number
    687575241072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail30,665 miles (+2,992)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,665 miles
    Test number
    739095841011
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass27,673 miles (+3,806)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    27,673 miles
    Test number
    120166650496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail23,867 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,867 miles
    Test number
    173285659055
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass23,867 miles (+4,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,867 miles
    Test number
    193235659412
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass19,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    19,808 miles
    Test number
    114479358006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T12 KMA

Does T12 KMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T12 KMA expired on 18 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T12 KMA?
The MOT on T12 KMA expired on 18 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T12 KMA done?
T12 KMA was recorded at 270,620 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2022, an average of 17,945 miles a year.
Has T12 KMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 KMA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T12 KMA 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 T12 KMA find?
T12 KMA passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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