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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,796 cc

T26 AVBMOT history

T26 AVB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 8 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 143,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
143,820 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 AVB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
8 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 AVB was last recorded at 143,820 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 May 2021: 112,989 miles, lower than 175,349 miles on 3 Jun 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
143,812 miles · 3 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
6,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,820 miles
  • 2025 – 138,267 miles
  • 2024 – 131,066 miles
  • 2023 – 124,051 miles
  • 2022 – 117,825 miles
  • 2021 – 112,990 miles
  • 2020 – 175,349 miles
  • 2019 – 104,973 miles
  • 2018 – 99,820 miles
  • 2017 – 93,626 miles
  • 2016 – 88,094 miles
  • 2015 – 83,110 miles
  • 2014 – 78,501 miles
  • 2013 – 70,800 miles
  • 2012 – 60,760 miles
  • 2011 – 53,432 miles
  • 2010 – 37,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,820 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,820 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    143,820 miles
    Test number
    800057975548
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail143,812 miles (+5,545)2 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,812 miles
    Test number
    909067049235
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,267 miles (+7,201)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    138,267 miles
    Test number
    782088044955
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush N/S & O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,066 miles (+7,015)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    131,066 miles
    Test number
    428114622440
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH D BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,051 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    124,051 miles
    Test number
    352690310759
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail124,050 miles (+6,225)2 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,050 miles
    Test number
    860765375777
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached REAR ARM (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass117,825 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    117,825 miles
    Test number
    898664799499
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail117,824 miles (+4,834)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,824 miles
    Test number
    762134243837
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass112,990 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    112,990 miles
    Test number
    570041953253
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail112,989 miles (-62,360)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,989 miles
    Test number
    832845142775
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNoise from hand brake shoes

  11. Pass175,349 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    175,349 miles
    Test number
    142829204279
    • 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))

  12. Fail175,349 miles (+70,376)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,349 miles
    Test number
    266943298740
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  13. Pass104,973 miles (+5,153)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,973 miles
    Test number
    904038404699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,820 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    99,820 miles
    Test number
    802795439258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail99,677 miles (+6,051)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,677 miles
    Test number
    348675174720
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working Mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass93,626 miles (+5,532)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,626 miles
    Test number
    828038830954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass88,094 miles (+4,984)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    88,094 miles
    Test number
    838187153709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    83,110 miles
    Test number
    477476895193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,110 miles (+4,609)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,110 miles
    Test number
    235155895401
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass78,501 miles (+7,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,501 miles
    Test number
    346869704490
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass70,800 miles (+10,040)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,800 miles
    Test number
    976806003209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,760 miles
    Test number
    617843512207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,760 miles (+7,328)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,760 miles
    Test number
    657883212213
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass53,432 miles (+2,892)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,432 miles
    Test number
    568930621293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass50,540 miles (+12,778)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,540 miles
    Test number
    109543771094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,762 miles
    Test number
    182610360476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T26 AVB

Does T26 AVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 AVB is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T26 AVB?
The MOT on T26 AVB is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 AVB done?
T26 AVB was recorded at 143,820 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 6,523 miles a year.
Has T26 AVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 AVB has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T26 AVB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 May 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T26 AVB find?
T26 AVB passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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