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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T147 XCDMOT history

T147 XCD is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 216,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2021
Mileage
216,830 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T147 XCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T147 XCD was last recorded at 216,830 miles on 13 Dec 2021, 1,419 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 May 2017: 201,250 miles, lower than 209,245 miles on 31 May 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
215,411 miles · 16 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
1,419 miles
Average per year
6,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 216,830 miles
  • 2020 – 215,411 miles
  • 2019 – 213,008 miles
  • 2018 – 211,261 miles
  • 2017 – 201,250 miles
  • 2016 – 209,245 miles
  • 2015 – 207,309 miles
  • 2014 – 205,105 miles
  • 2013 – 196,620 miles
  • 2012 – 185,105 miles
  • 2011 – 173,340 miles
  • 2010 – 160,027 miles
  • 2009 – 146,718 miles
  • 2008 – 134,737 miles
  • 2007 – 123,729 miles
  • 2006 – 110,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail216,830 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn inner bush next to ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner tie rod, inner dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn inner bush next to ball joint (5.3.4 (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 inner tie rod, inner dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides heavy condensation inside lenses (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIgnition key does not stay secure in ignition, keeps falling off. steering wheel does not lock though

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front has slight outer sidewall damage.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Inner Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail216,830 miles (+1,419)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,830 miles
    Test number
    487573098528
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn inner bush next to ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner tie rod, inner dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn inner bush next to ball joint (5.3.4 (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 inner tie rod, inner dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides heavy condensation inside lenses (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIgnition key does not stay secure in ignition, keeps falling off. steering wheel does not lock though

  2. Pass215,411 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    215,411 miles
    Test number
    579305089419
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside condensation in headlamp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens cracked

  3. Fail215,411 miles (+2,403)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,411 miles
    Test number
    791164601003
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside condensation in headlamp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens cracked

  4. Pass213,008 miles (+1,747)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    213,008 miles
    Test number
    747994834380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass211,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    211,261 miles
    Test number
    137615471793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail211,261 miles (+10,011)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,261 miles
    Test number
    706734904684
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass201,250 miles (-7,995)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    201,250 miles
    Test number
    769061815595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass209,245 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    209,245 miles
    Test number
    905177519541
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front has slight outer sidewall damage.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod (2.2.C.1c)

  9. Fail209,236 miles (+1,927)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,236 miles
    Test number
    669965057881
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track rod (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front has slight outer sidewall damage.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Fail207,309 miles3 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,309 miles
    Test number
    297669545481
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted.
    • NoteSlight outer sidewall damage to nearside front tyre.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass207,309 miles (+2,204)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    207,309 miles
    Test number
    799739345107
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted.
    • NoteSlight outer sidewall damage to nearside front tyre.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass205,105 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    205,105 miles
    Test number
    989263054152
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail205,103 miles (+8,483)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,103 miles
    Test number
    446053354156
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteSpare tyre puncture/runflat.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass196,620 miles (+26)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    196,620 miles
    Test number
    918380253108
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail196,594 miles (+11,489)1 dangerous7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,594 miles
    Test number
    995539143165
    • DangerousPlay in steering - cover fitted not allowing inspection of remaining steering components.
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass185,105 miles (+11)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    185,105 miles
    Test number
    309210252163
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail185,094 miles (+11,754)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,094 miles
    Test number
    449639642131
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass173,340 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    173,340 miles
    Test number
    378574041184
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront and Rear brake hoses deteriorated.

  19. Fail173,339 miles (+13,312)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,339 miles
    Test number
    369664541110
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront and Rear brake hoses deteriorated.
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  20. Pass160,027 miles (+13,309)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    160,027 miles
    Test number
    973086840186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWiper blade in poor condition

  21. Pass146,718 miles (+11)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    146,718 miles
    Test number
    641129249167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage to boot and nearside front wing

  22. Fail146,707 miles (+11,970)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,707 miles
    Test number
    133628649134
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage to boot and nearside front wing

  23. Pass134,737 miles (+11,008)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    134,737 miles
    Test number
    231658548486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteRear registration plate deteriorating

  24. Pass123,729 miles (+13,120)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    123,729 miles
    Test number
    570003347106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass110,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    110,609 miles
    Test number
    774354526137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T147 XCD

Does T147 XCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T147 XCD expired on 15 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T147 XCD?
The MOT on T147 XCD expired on 15 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T147 XCD done?
T147 XCD was recorded at 216,830 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2021, an average of 6,804 miles a year.
Has T147 XCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T147 XCD has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T147 XCD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T147 XCD find?
T147 XCD failed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn inner bush next to ball joint; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner tie rod, inner dust cover, and 7 more.

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