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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,497 cc

T197 NACMOT history

T197 NAC is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 221,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2023
Mileage
221,396 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 NAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 NAC was last recorded at 221,396 miles on 28 Nov 2022, 126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Nov 2015: 108,508 miles, lower than 169,916 miles on 3 Oct 2014.

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
221,270 miles · 21 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
126 miles
Average per year
6,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 221,396 miles
  • 2021 – 215,222 miles
  • 2020 – 210,112 miles
  • 2019 – 207,673 miles
  • 2018 – 202,957 miles
  • 2017 – 195,546 miles
  • 2016 – 188,680 miles
  • 2015 – 108,508 miles
  • 2014 – 169,916 miles
  • 2013 – 160,659 miles
  • 2012 – 155,847 miles
  • 2011 – 148,395 miles
  • 2010 – 142,247 miles
  • 2009 – 135,830 miles
  • 2008 – 129,298 miles
  • 2007 – 120,782 miles
  • 2006 – 107,235 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,396 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,396 miles (+126)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    221,396 miles
    Test number
    869991216959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail221,270 miles (+6,048)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,270 miles
    Test number
    198570659480
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all 4 shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass215,222 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    215,222 miles
    Test number
    697480449221
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail215,222 miles (+5,110)1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,222 miles
    Test number
    937713128737
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch inner (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass210,112 miles (+8)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    210,112 miles
    Test number
    793154773277
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill cover fitted, Unable to inspect vehicles sill.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sill cover fitted, Unable to inspect vehicles sill.
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail210,104 miles (+2,431)3 major2 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,104 miles
    Test number
    774104857337
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill cover fitted, Unable to inspect vehicles sill.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sill cover fitted, Unable to inspect vehicles sill.
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass207,673 miles (+4,716)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    207,673 miles
    Test number
    563377067376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass202,957 miles (+7,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    202,957 miles
    Test number
    491499122915
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass195,546 miles (+6,866)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    195,546 miles
    Test number
    683738105933
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn inner edge

  10. Pass188,680 miles (+80,172)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    188,680 miles
    Test number
    692777939689
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on edges

  11. Pass108,508 miles (-61,408)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,508 miles
    Test number
    214241968904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass169,916 miles (+9,257)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    169,916 miles
    Test number
    987866674263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass160,659 miles (+4,812)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    160,659 miles
    Test number
    816138373237
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded and dteriorated but not leaking.
    • NoteSill covers fitted,unable to thoroughly inspec t outer sills.

  14. Pass155,847 miles (+7,452)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    155,847 miles
    Test number
    155689972273
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteWheel archies corroded

  15. Pass148,395 miles (+6,148)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    148,395 miles
    Test number
    307079321161
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass142,247 miles (+6,417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    142,247 miles
    Test number
    890900230148
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass135,830 miles (+6,532)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    135,830 miles
    Test number
    830098339164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail129,298 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,298 miles
    Test number
    842153238158
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass129,298 miles (+8,516)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    129,298 miles
    Test number
    954013238119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass120,782 miles (+13,547)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    120,782 miles
    Test number
    590497837103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass107,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    107,235 miles
    Test number
    772766936155
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T197 NAC

Does T197 NAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T197 NAC expired on 15 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T197 NAC?
The MOT on T197 NAC expired on 15 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T197 NAC done?
T197 NAC was recorded at 221,396 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2022, an average of 6,904 miles a year.
Has T197 NAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 NAC has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T197 NAC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Nov 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T197 NAC find?
T197 NAC passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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