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Mercedes-Benz C180

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,799 cc

T238 RNJMOT history

T238 RNJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C180 first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 74,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2023
Mileage
74,191 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2022
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T238 RNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C180
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T238 RNJ was last recorded at 74,191 miles on 6 Aug 2022, 197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,994 miles · 30 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
197 miles
Average per year
3,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,191 miles
  • 2021 – 73,994 miles
  • 2020 – 72,303 miles
  • 2019 – 68,487 miles
  • 2018 – 64,258 miles
  • 2017 – 63,051 miles
  • 2016 – 58,295 miles
  • 2015 – 56,637 miles
  • 2014 – 52,921 miles
  • 2013 – 50,307 miles
  • 2012 – 45,425 miles
  • 2011 – 40,218 miles
  • 2010 – 36,183 miles
  • 2009 – 31,756 miles
  • 2008 – 27,940 miles
  • 2007 – 24,177 miles
  • 2006 – 20,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,191 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,191 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,191 miles
    Test number
    395569740615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass73,994 miles (+1,691)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    73,994 miles
    Test number
    447647479411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,303 miles (+3,816)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    72,303 miles
    Test number
    956349532116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,487 miles (+4,229)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,487 miles
    Test number
    620447780109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass64,258 miles (+1,207)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,258 miles
    Test number
    388994893573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  6. Pass63,051 miles (+4,756)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    63,051 miles
    Test number
    830931959410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,295 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,295 miles
    Test number
    482801554591
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  8. Fail58,267 miles (+1,630)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,267 miles
    Test number
    129993714173
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' wiper park position (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  9. Pass56,637 miles (+3,716)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,637 miles
    Test number
    728452285001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,921 miles (+2,614)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,921 miles
    Test number
    169173084456
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteAll four tyres perished

  11. Pass50,307 miles (+4,882)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,307 miles
    Test number
    596372203106
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  12. Pass45,425 miles (+5,207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,425 miles
    Test number
    605766392055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass40,218 miles (+4,035)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,218 miles
    Test number
    249448701472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,183 miles (+4,427)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    36,183 miles
    Test number
    973686210129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,756 miles (+3,816)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,756 miles
    Test number
    494831029110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,940 miles (+3,763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    27,940 miles
    Test number
    204085518472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass24,177 miles (+3,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    24,177 miles
    Test number
    504099307171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass20,679 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,679 miles
    Test number
    261652006419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail20,678 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,678 miles
    Test number
    833230106101
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T238 RNJ

Does T238 RNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T238 RNJ expired on 5 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T238 RNJ?
The MOT on T238 RNJ expired on 5 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T238 RNJ done?
T238 RNJ was recorded at 74,191 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2022, an average of 3,278 miles a year.
Has T238 RNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T238 RNJ has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on T238 RNJ 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 T238 RNJ find?
T238 RNJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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