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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T253 JMYMOT history

T253 JMY is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 161,594 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2024
Mileage
161,594 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T253 JMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2024
Latest MOT test
23 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T253 JMY was last recorded at 161,594 miles on 23 May 2023, 5,854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Jun 2018: 137,557 miles, lower than 165,664 miles on 30 Jun 2017.

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
155,740 miles · 12 May 2022
Between the last two tests
5,854 miles
Average per year
3,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 161,594 miles
  • 2022 – 155,740 miles
  • 2021 – 147,848 miles
  • 2020 – 142,002 miles
  • 2019 – 139,907 miles
  • 2018 – 137,558 miles
  • 2017 – 165,664 miles
  • 2016 – 132,640 miles
  • 2015 – 130,284 miles
  • 2014 – 127,796 miles
  • 2013 – 124,743 miles
  • 2012 – 121,848 miles
  • 2011 – 118,890 miles
  • 2010 – 115,608 miles
  • 2009 – 112,759 miles
  • 2008 – 109,665 miles
  • 2007 – 105,814 miles
  • 2006 – 102,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,594 miles
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,594 miles (+5,854)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    161,594 miles
    Test number
    715580754176
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass155,740 miles (+7,892)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    155,740 miles
    Test number
    812649660419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass147,848 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    147,848 miles
    Test number
    600088203636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail147,846 miles (+5,844)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,846 miles
    Test number
    454901725843
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass142,002 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    142,002 miles
    Test number
    136602248127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail142,000 miles (+2,093)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,000 miles
    Test number
    512007356728
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened floor (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened floor (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass139,907 miles (+2,349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    139,907 miles
    Test number
    505923497516
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Pass137,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    137,558 miles
    Test number
    742261739159
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on o/s/f brake pipe to flexible
  9. Fail137,557 miles (-28,107)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,557 miles
    Test number
    567205041213
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on o/s/f brake pipe to flexible
  10. Pass165,664 miles (+33,024)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    165,664 miles
    Test number
    988543210679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass132,640 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    132,640 miles
    Test number
    360998385551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail130,284 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,284 miles
    Test number
    148516375147
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
  13. Pass130,284 miles (+2,488)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    130,284 miles
    Test number
    285306775474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass127,796 miles (+3,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    127,796 miles
    Test number
    289540764445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
  15. Pass124,743 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    124,743 miles
    Test number
    898187853126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass121,848 miles (+2,958)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    121,848 miles
    Test number
    617389252146
    • NoteINDICATOR BULBS BECOMING FADED IN COLOUR ADVISE TO REPLACE
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE / LOOSING TREAD PATTERN / JUST LEGAL AT 2. / 3. / 2. mm / STRONG ADVISE TO REPLACE 245 / 40 / 17 W
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE WEARING CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMITS / WILL REQUIRE REPLACING SOON
  17. Pass118,890 miles (+3,282)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    118,890 miles
    Test number
    227192171183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass115,608 miles (+2,849)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    115,608 miles
    Test number
    244835670427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass112,759 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    112,759 miles
    Test number
    381893269184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail112,756 miles (+3,091)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,756 miles
    Test number
    402182669196
    • FailureFront coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass109,665 miles (+3,851)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    109,665 miles
    Test number
    562703188116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  22. Pass105,814 miles (+3,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    105,814 miles
    Test number
    971804687147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass102,165 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    102,165 miles
    Test number
    781699176145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail102,138 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,138 miles
    Test number
    730658676154
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake pedal antislip

Questions about T253 JMY

Does T253 JMY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T253 JMY expired on 22 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T253 JMY?
The MOT on T253 JMY expired on 22 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T253 JMY done?
T253 JMY was recorded at 161,594 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2023, an average of 3,517 miles a year.
Has T253 JMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T253 JMY has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T253 JMY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T253 JMY find?
T253 JMY passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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