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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,155 cc

T186 BLRMOT history

T186 BLR is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 167,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2026
Mileage
167,066 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T186 BLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,155 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T186 BLR was last recorded at 167,066 miles on 6 Mar 2025, 2,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,508 miles · 29 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,558 miles
Average per year
7,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,066 miles
  • 2024 – 164,508 miles
  • 2023 – 156,630 miles
  • 2022 – 151,683 miles
  • 2021 – 147,062 miles
  • 2020 – 137,059 miles
  • 2019 – 128,165 miles
  • 2018 – 122,046 miles
  • 2017 – 113,971 miles
  • 2016 – 108,356 miles
  • 2015 – 97,610 miles
  • 2014 – 90,479 miles
  • 2013 – 82,085 miles
  • 2012 – 75,740 miles
  • 2011 – 69,592 miles
  • 2010 – 62,352 miles
  • 2009 – 53,115 miles
  • 2008 – 40,885 miles
  • 2007 – 38,789 miles
  • 2006 – 36,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,066 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front of inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Offside and nearside inner joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear leading to flexible hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Coil spring corroded offside and nearside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,066 miles (+2,558)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    167,066 miles
    Test number
    841592520859
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front of inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass164,508 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    164,508 miles
    Test number
    568667290922
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail164,508 miles (+7,878)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,508 miles
    Test number
    512212155181
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass156,630 miles (+4,947)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    156,630 miles
    Test number
    331432142416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Offside and nearside tie rod inner joints (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass151,683 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,683 miles
    Test number
    422980041628
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Offside and nearside inner joints (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail151,678 miles (+4,616)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,678 miles
    Test number
    925097190912
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor central area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor, front area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight bind by hand from rear wheel
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Offside and nearside inner joints (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass147,062 miles (+10,003)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    147,062 miles
    Test number
    548422294071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch and offside floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight bind by hand from offside rear wheel

  8. Pass137,059 miles (+8,894)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    137,059 miles
    Test number
    207765134120
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass128,165 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    128,165 miles
    Test number
    412845869919
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded offside and nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail128,164 miles (+6,118)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,164 miles
    Test number
    292024941456
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated canvas exposed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear leading to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded offside and nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass122,046 miles (+8,075)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,046 miles
    Test number
    647266897430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  12. Pass113,971 miles (+5,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,971 miles
    Test number
    982219977327
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted unable to carry out full inspection

  13. Pass108,356 miles (+10,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,356 miles
    Test number
    883298422387
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror poor condition

  14. Pass97,610 miles (+7,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,610 miles
    Test number
    336331075087
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Pass90,479 miles (+8,394)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    90,479 miles
    Test number
    129193484076
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass82,085 miles (+6,345)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,085 miles
    Test number
    247627873095
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass75,740 miles (+6,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    75,740 miles
    Test number
    339746872050
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass69,592 miles (+7,240)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,592 miles
    Test number
    119961081446
    • NoteENGINE UPPER AND LOWER COVERS FITTED. OUTER SILL COVERS FITTED UNABLE TO CARRY OUT FULL INSPECTION

  19. Pass62,352 miles (+9,237)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,352 miles
    Test number
    100988080019
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre scuffed on inner sidewall

  20. Pass53,115 miles (+12,230)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,115 miles
    Test number
    232954459449
    • NoteNear side rear tyre badly perished

  21. Pass40,885 miles (+2,096)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    40,885 miles
    Test number
    104003468273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,789 miles (+2,620)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,789 miles
    Test number
    623568257286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,169 miles
    Test number
    302829866253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T186 BLR

Does T186 BLR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T186 BLR expired on 28 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T186 BLR?
The MOT on T186 BLR expired on 28 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T186 BLR done?
T186 BLR was recorded at 167,066 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2025, an average of 7,098 miles a year.
Has T186 BLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T186 BLR has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T186 BLR 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 T186 BLR find?
T186 BLR passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front direction indicator insecure; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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