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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T189 FESMOT history

T189 FES is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2021 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2021
Mileage
93,288 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T189 FES
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
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2021
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T189 FES was last recorded at 93,288 miles on 31 Mar 2022, 1,026 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 May 2013: 63,539 miles, lower than 64,976 miles on 26 Apr 2012.

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
92,262 miles · 7 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
1,026 miles
Average per year
3,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,288 miles
  • 2020 – 92,262 miles
  • 2019 – 90,206 miles
  • 2018 – 86,932 miles
  • 2017 – 82,970 miles
  • 2016 – 79,062 miles
  • 2015 – 75,827 miles
  • 2014 – 71,401 miles
  • 2013 – 63,539 miles
  • 2012 – 64,976 miles
  • 2011 – 61,645 miles
  • 2010 – 57,282 miles
  • 2009 – 54,585 miles
  • 2008 – 50,954 miles
  • 2007 – 46,750 miles
  • 2006 – 43,413 miles
  • 2005 – 38,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,288 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating and binding (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating and binding (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and binding (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and binding (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBoth front mudflaps coming adrift
  • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test obscuring inspectionRecorded at 8 MOTs since 2017

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,288 miles (+1,026)12 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,288 miles
    Test number
    711699728558
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating and binding (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating and binding (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and binding (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively and binding (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front mudflaps coming adrift
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test obscuring inspection

  2. Pass92,262 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,262 miles
    Test number
    339140922359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test obscuring inspection

  3. Fail92,258 miles (+2,052)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,258 miles
    Test number
    534499227799
    • DangerousFuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire front to rear (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test obscuring inspection

  4. Pass90,206 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,206 miles
    Test number
    259223624337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test obscuring inspection

  5. Fail90,206 miles (+3,274)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,206 miles
    Test number
    166875687534
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine water pump excessively worn
    • AdvisoryNoise when rotating nearside front wheel
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test obscuring inspection

  6. Pass86,932 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    86,932 miles
    Test number
    163073831303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test obscuring inspection

  7. Fail86,929 miles (+3,959)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,929 miles
    Test number
    601308211978
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test obscuring inspection

  8. Pass82,970 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    82,970 miles
    Test number
    779702690142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test obscuring inspection

  9. Fail82,965 miles (+3,903)2 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,965 miles
    Test number
    720989584273
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test obscuring inspection

  10. Pass79,062 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,062 miles
    Test number
    775129532094
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre scrubbed on edges
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test

  11. Fail79,054 miles (+3,227)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,054 miles
    Test number
    846040039503
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre scrubbed on edges
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted at time of test

  12. Pass75,827 miles (+4,426)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    75,827 miles
    Test number
    437121725189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,401 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    71,401 miles
    Test number
    706846824173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront exhaust box internals breaking up
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket corroded and insecure
    • NoteFront wiper blade torn

  14. Fail71,401 miles (+7,862)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,401 miles
    Test number
    538035524179
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront exhaust box internals breaking up
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket corroded and insecure
    • NoteFront wiper blade torn

  15. Pass63,539 miles (-1,437)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    63,539 miles
    Test number
    795668723191
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket broken

  16. Pass64,976 miles (+3,331)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,976 miles
    Test number
    556667112173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,645 miles (+4,363)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,645 miles
    Test number
    398348701120
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose
    • NoteNearside tyre wearing unevenly

  18. Pass57,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    57,282 miles
    Test number
    192586410183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,282 miles (+2,697)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,282 miles
    Test number
    312556810124
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass54,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    54,585 miles
    Test number
    821357819143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,585 miles (+3,631)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,585 miles
    Test number
    794877019103
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass50,954 miles (+4,204)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,954 miles
    Test number
    691514618186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,750 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    46,750 miles
    Test number
    114149007148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,413 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    43,413 miles
    Test number
    834084516182
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  25. Fail43,413 miles (+4,668)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,413 miles
    Test number
    113319106122
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  26. Pass38,745 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    38,745 miles
    Test number
    154009305166
    • NoteSlight play/wear at nearside steering idler bush

Questions about T189 FES

Does T189 FES currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T189 FES expired on 6 Sept 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T189 FES?
The MOT on T189 FES expired on 6 Sept 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T189 FES done?
T189 FES was recorded at 93,288 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2022, an average of 3,218 miles a year.
Has T189 FES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T189 FES has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T189 FES ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T189 FES find?
T189 FES failed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2022 with 12 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside front service brake excessively fluctuating and binding; nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced, and 16 more.

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