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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,799 cc

T246 DLYMOT history

T246 DLY is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 166,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2023
Mileage
166,577 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2022
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T246 DLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T246 DLY was last recorded at 166,577 miles on 19 Jan 2022, 4,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,449 miles · 2 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
4,128 miles
Average per year
6,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 166,577 miles
  • 2020 – 162,449 miles
  • 2019 – 157,704 miles
  • 2018 – 151,951 miles
  • 2017 – 147,134 miles
  • 2016 – 137,968 miles
  • 2015 – 130,723 miles
  • 2014 – 123,355 miles
  • 2013 – 116,578 miles
  • 2012 – 110,038 miles
  • 2011 – 104,418 miles
  • 2010 – 99,892 miles
  • 2009 – 93,832 miles
  • 2008 – 84,926 miles
  • 2007 – 75,723 miles
  • 2006 – 65,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,577 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel slightly sticking

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,577 miles (+4,128)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    166,577 miles
    Test number
    414713285706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel slightly sticking

  2. Pass162,449 miles (+28)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    162,449 miles
    Test number
    736263909238
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail162,421 miles (+4,717)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,421 miles
    Test number
    343590880361
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass157,704 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    157,704 miles
    Test number
    699117432794
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides slightly coroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers preventing full inspection of sills

  5. Fail157,704 miles (+5,753)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,704 miles
    Test number
    196363254630
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides slightly coroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers preventing full inspection of sills

  6. Pass151,951 miles (+4)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    151,951 miles
    Test number
    716469474453
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlastic side skirts fitted covering some underside components

  7. Fail151,947 miles (+4,813)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,947 miles
    Test number
    164613115491
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced 6x areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced 2x areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlastic side skirts fitted to the nearside and offside cover some underside components

  8. Pass147,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    147,134 miles
    Test number
    506679702176
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail147,134 miles (+9,166)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,134 miles
    Test number
    871346627064
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass137,968 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    137,968 miles
    Test number
    320278579863
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail137,968 miles (+7,245)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,968 miles
    Test number
    665506887463
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass130,723 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    130,723 miles
    Test number
    809776395101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  13. Fail130,723 miles (+7,368)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,723 miles
    Test number
    885844695137
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass123,355 miles (+6,777)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    123,355 miles
    Test number
    387346794182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass116,578 miles (+6,540)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    116,578 miles
    Test number
    868268093196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass110,038 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    110,038 miles
    Test number
    899835392183
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail110,038 miles (+5,620)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,038 miles
    Test number
    435945092195
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass104,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    104,418 miles
    Test number
    266746091142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail104,414 miles (+4,522)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,414 miles
    Test number
    228546991170
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear no. plate slightly deteriorated

  20. Pass99,892 miles (+6,060)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,892 miles
    Test number
    611183800213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    93,832 miles
    Test number
    571151809267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail93,832 miles (+8,906)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,832 miles
    Test number
    394281109476
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass84,926 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    84,926 miles
    Test number
    330097108290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail84,784 miles (+9,061)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,784 miles
    Test number
    184227898113
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to fade

  25. Pass75,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    75,723 miles
    Test number
    443905407213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail75,723 miles (+10,371)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,723 miles
    Test number
    733634707248
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass65,352 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    65,352 miles
    Test number
    524196906211
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Fail65,352 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,352 miles
    Test number
    804026706285
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T246 DLY

Does T246 DLY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T246 DLY expired on 18 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T246 DLY?
The MOT on T246 DLY expired on 18 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T246 DLY done?
T246 DLY was recorded at 166,577 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2022, an average of 6,536 miles a year.
Has T246 DLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T246 DLY has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on T246 DLY 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 T246 DLY find?
T246 DLY passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower steering linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear wheel slightly sticking.

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