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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T131 NLBMOT history

T131 NLB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 211,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2026
Mileage
211,163 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T131 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T131 NLB was last recorded at 211,163 miles on 30 Jan 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,163 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 211,163 miles
  • 2024 – 210,646 miles
  • 2023 – 204,474 miles
  • 2022 – 197,752 miles
  • 2021 – 191,991 miles
  • 2019 – 187,093 miles
  • 2018 – 181,428 miles
  • 2017 – 175,132 miles
  • 2016 – 169,091 miles
  • 2015 – 163,313 miles
  • 2014 – 158,028 miles
  • 2013 – 151,486 miles
  • 2012 – 138,803 miles
  • 2011 – 120,302 miles
  • 2010 – 108,081 miles
  • 2009 – 98,094 miles
  • 2008 – 87,762 miles
  • 2007 – 73,556 miles
  • 2006 – 66,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,163 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and mounting areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear floorpan corroded two places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,163 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    211,163 miles
    Test number
    644900933000
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail211,163 miles (+517)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,163 miles
    Test number
    167295654197
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play on drop arm chalked (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass210,646 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    210,646 miles
    Test number
    486079470182
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail210,645 miles (+6,171)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,645 miles
    Test number
    626090499672
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe insecure fuel pump and hoses (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass204,474 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    204,474 miles
    Test number
    423046713237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and mounting areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail204,474 miles (+6,722)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,474 miles
    Test number
    232867729499
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Body component insecure fuel tank shield (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and mounting areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass197,752 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    197,752 miles
    Test number
    834731849753
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear floorpan corroded two places

  8. Fail197,752 miles (+5,761)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,752 miles
    Test number
    811691475862
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear floorpan corroded two places

  9. Pass191,991 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    191,991 miles
    Test number
    829039419414
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail191,990 miles (+4,897)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,990 miles
    Test number
    470404726433
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn rubber mount bearing (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass187,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    187,093 miles
    Test number
    278345174641
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Fail187,093 miles (+5,665)3 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,093 miles
    Test number
    134363761088
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective hole in glass (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front under tray screw missing
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass181,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    181,428 miles
    Test number
    748052999245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail181,428 miles (+6,296)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,428 miles
    Test number
    912750501549
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  15. Pass175,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    175,132 miles
    Test number
    799273681994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail175,132 miles (+6,041)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,132 miles
    Test number
    493686174103
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass169,091 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    169,091 miles
    Test number
    799855888621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail169,090 miles (+5,777)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,090 miles
    Test number
    546927081312
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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. Pass163,313 miles (+5,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    163,313 miles
    Test number
    746654905297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass158,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    158,028 miles
    Test number
    417567114248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail158,028 miles (+6,542)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,028 miles
    Test number
    347372214403
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass151,486 miles (+12,683)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    151,486 miles
    Test number
    876459123386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass138,803 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    138,803 miles
    Test number
    935477222335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail138,802 miles (+9,794)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,802 miles
    Test number
    219113612381
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass129,008 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    129,008 miles
    Test number
    378433732026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail129,007 miles (+8,705)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,007 miles
    Test number
    826156622080
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass120,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    120,302 miles
    Test number
    947931251131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Fail120,302 miles (+12,221)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,302 miles
    Test number
    388386941165
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteNearside rear nail in tyre

  29. Pass108,081 miles (+9,987)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    108,081 miles
    Test number
    272312050118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass98,094 miles (+10,332)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    98,094 miles
    Test number
    942789719110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass87,762 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    87,762 miles
    Test number
    272473938465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail87,755 miles (+14,199)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,755 miles
    Test number
    671109628129
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  33. Pass73,556 miles (+7,512)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    73,556 miles
    Test number
    282786217126
    • NoteFront n/s tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteSlight scuffing on windscreen

  34. Pass66,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    66,044 miles
    Test number
    694735786186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T131 NLB

Does T131 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T131 NLB expired on 30 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T131 NLB?
The MOT on T131 NLB expired on 30 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T131 NLB done?
T131 NLB was recorded at 211,163 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2025, an average of 7,812 miles a year.
Has T131 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T131 NLB has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T131 NLB 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 T131 NLB find?
T131 NLB passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2025 with 9 advisories: central front lower power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 6 more.

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