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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,799 cc

T225 DLYMOT history

T225 DLY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 97,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,849 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T225 DLY
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
9 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T225 DLY was last recorded at 97,849 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 1,084 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Oct 2020: 91,813 miles, lower than 91,816 miles on 30 Sept 2020.

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
96,765 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,084 miles
Average per year
2,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,849 miles
  • 2025 – 96,765 miles
  • 2024 – 95,758 miles
  • 2023 – 94,691 miles
  • 2022 – 93,741 miles
  • 2021 – 92,526 miles
  • 2020 – 91,813 miles
  • 2019 – 89,123 miles
  • 2018 – 87,342 miles
  • 2017 – 84,938 miles
  • 2016 – 81,249 miles
  • 2015 – 79,593 miles
  • 2014 – 76,532 miles
  • 2013 – 72,427 miles
  • 2012 – 69,171 miles
  • 2011 – 65,509 miles
  • 2010 – 59,906 miles
  • 2009 – 55,576 miles
  • 2008 – 50,631 miles
  • 2007 – 48,058 miles
  • 2006 – 47,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,849 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded (both)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (both) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,849 miles (+1,084)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,849 miles
    Test number
    669003712107
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded (both)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (both) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass96,765 miles (+1,007)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    96,765 miles
    Test number
    182936815708
    • AdvisoryCentral Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass95,758 miles (+1,067)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    95,758 miles
    Test number
    655525847667
    • AdvisoryFront both brake discs back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisorySteering system has play which seems to be the shock absorber (damper)

  4. Pass94,691 miles (+950)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    94,691 miles
    Test number
    579650741590
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass93,741 miles (+64)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    93,741 miles
    Test number
    241156029619
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail93,677 miles (+1,151)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,677 miles
    Test number
    460425679467
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass92,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    92,526 miles
    Test number
    351982096650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,526 miles (+713)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,526 miles
    Test number
    846036357048
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror glass missing

  9. Pass91,813 miles (-3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    91,813 miles
    Test number
    906704923273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,816 miles (+2,693)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,816 miles
    Test number
    244924801826
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass89,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    89,123 miles
    Test number
    966544069779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,123 miles (+1,781)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,123 miles
    Test number
    569575823811
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass87,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    87,342 miles
    Test number
    523727293415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,342 miles (+2,404)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,342 miles
    Test number
    165957900442
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass84,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    84,938 miles
    Test number
    125705194402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,938 miles (+3,689)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,938 miles
    Test number
    132350628237
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded spring mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

  17. Pass81,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    81,249 miles
    Test number
    819102095249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail81,249 miles (+1,656)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,249 miles
    Test number
    882927511739
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  19. Pass79,593 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    79,593 miles
    Test number
    778051675099
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Fail79,593 miles (+3,061)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,593 miles
    Test number
    139190075092
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass76,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,532 miles
    Test number
    216624884067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail76,532 miles (+4,105)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,532 miles
    Test number
    395764084073
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass72,427 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    72,427 miles
    Test number
    358640063067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,171 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,171 miles
    Test number
    799043372075
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Fail69,169 miles (+3,660)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,169 miles
    Test number
    345572672056
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass65,509 miles (+115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,509 miles
    Test number
    688748881059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  27. Fail65,394 miles (+5,488)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,394 miles
    Test number
    195541581405
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  28. Pass59,906 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,906 miles
    Test number
    630572880054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail59,898 miles (+4,322)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,898 miles
    Test number
    473841780062
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass55,576 miles (+4,945)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    55,576 miles
    Test number
    982245579021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass50,631 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,631 miles
    Test number
    934788578027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass48,058 miles (+914)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,058 miles
    Test number
    153227367480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass47,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    47,144 miles
    Test number
    912913826021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T225 DLY

Does T225 DLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T225 DLY is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T225 DLY?
The MOT on T225 DLY is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T225 DLY done?
T225 DLY was recorded at 97,849 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 2,455 miles a year.
Has T225 DLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T225 DLY has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T225 DLY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T225 DLY find?
T225 DLY passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both); front drag link end ball joint has slight play; front brake back plates corroded (both), and 5 more.

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