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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,799 cc

T162 KGNMOT history

T162 KGN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 44,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
44,452 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T162 KGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T162 KGN was last recorded at 44,452 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 1,808 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,644 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,808 miles
Average per year
1,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 44,452 miles
  • 2024 – 42,644 miles
  • 2023 – 41,291 miles
  • 2022 – 39,793 miles
  • 2021 – 38,443 miles
  • 2020 – 37,324 miles
  • 2019 – 35,337 miles
  • 2018 – 33,510 miles
  • 2017 – 32,418 miles
  • 2015 – 29,650 miles
  • 2014 – 28,709 miles
  • 2013 – 27,446 miles
  • 2012 – 25,992 miles
  • 2011 – 24,750 miles
  • 2010 – 23,342 miles
  • 2009 – 21,949 miles
  • 2008 – 20,863 miles
  • 2007 – 19,774 miles
  • 2006 – 17,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,452 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damage (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damage (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,452 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    44,452 miles
    Test number
    387689459359
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damage (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damage (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail44,452 miles (+1,808)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,452 miles
    Test number
    852855996339
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damage (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damage (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass42,644 miles (+1,353)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    42,644 miles
    Test number
    985122252219
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass41,291 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    41,291 miles
    Test number
    395929783441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass39,793 miles (+1,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    39,793 miles
    Test number
    478021889366
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass38,443 miles (+1,119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    38,443 miles
    Test number
    905107294179
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass37,324 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    37,324 miles
    Test number
    433684810333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail37,324 miles (+1,987)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,324 miles
    Test number
    283905390852
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass35,337 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    35,337 miles
    Test number
    717713019631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass33,510 miles (+1,092)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    33,510 miles
    Test number
    473026406811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,418 miles (+2,768)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    32,418 miles
    Test number
    310519271904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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)

  12. Pass29,650 miles (+941)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,650 miles
    Test number
    325796415466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,709 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,709 miles
    Test number
    177220494156
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to 2mm on outer section.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail28,709 miles (+1,263)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,709 miles
    Test number
    955659384163
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to 2mm on outer section.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass27,446 miles (+1,454)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,446 miles
    Test number
    819812093193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,992 miles (+1,242)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    25,992 miles
    Test number
    527402892100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail24,750 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,750 miles
    Test number
    248593691423
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront upper suspension arm slight play in balljoints

  18. Pass24,750 miles (+1,408)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    24,750 miles
    Test number
    488563891136
    • NoteFront upper suspension arm slight play in balljoints

  19. Pass23,342 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    23,342 miles
    Test number
    112027210280
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear lense damaged

  20. Fail23,340 miles (+1,391)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,340 miles
    Test number
    512636110272
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall perished reccomend attention
    • NoteOffside rear lense damaged
    • NoteWiper smeary

  21. Pass21,949 miles (+1,086)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    21,949 miles
    Test number
    903965819220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,863 miles (+1,089)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,863 miles
    Test number
    102085278166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,774 miles (+1,999)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,774 miles
    Test number
    664317297197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,775 miles
    Test number
    342518296134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail17,773 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,773 miles
    Test number
    653548596171
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre outer sidewall slightly cracking

Questions about T162 KGN

Does T162 KGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T162 KGN is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T162 KGN?
The MOT on T162 KGN is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T162 KGN done?
T162 KGN was recorded at 44,452 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 1,375 miles a year.
Has T162 KGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T162 KGN has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T162 KGN 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 T162 KGN find?
T162 KGN passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damage; offside rear stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light slightly damage; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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