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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,799 cc

T28 RAMMOT history

T28 RAM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 8 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 212,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2026
Mileage
212,843 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T28 RAM
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
8 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T28 RAM was last recorded at 212,843 miles on 25 Jan 2025, 25,451 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Dec 2018: 59,685 miles, lower than 77,233 miles on 23 Nov 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
187,392 miles · 13 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
25,451 miles
Average per year
9,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 212,843 miles
  • 2024 – 187,392 miles
  • 2023 – 164,237 miles
  • 2022 – 143,673 miles
  • 2021 – 119,267 miles
  • 2020 – 102,916 miles
  • 2018 – 59,685 miles
  • 2017 – 77,233 miles
  • 2016 – 69,856 miles
  • 2015 – 63,280 miles
  • 2014 – 58,778 miles
  • 2013 – 56,695 miles
  • 2012 – 55,086 miles
  • 2011 – 52,078 miles
  • 2009 – 49,529 miles
  • 2008 – 46,879 miles
  • 2007 – 44,646 miles
  • 2006 – 40,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,843 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,843 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    212,843 miles
    Test number
    359665846163
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail212,843 miles (+25,451)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,843 miles
    Test number
    351934412738
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass187,392 miles (+23,155)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    187,392 miles
    Test number
    959157281601
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass164,237 miles (+20,564)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    164,237 miles
    Test number
    315484548033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass143,673 miles (+24,406)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,673 miles
    Test number
    715754439571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass119,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    119,267 miles
    Test number
    290856306067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail119,267 miles (+16,351)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,267 miles
    Test number
    582530511613
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass102,916 miles (+43,231)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,916 miles
    Test number
    784593848468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,685 miles (-17,548)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    59,685 miles
    Test number
    698939275604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,233 miles (+7,377)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    77,233 miles
    Test number
    409270280732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,856 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    654561819188
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail69,856 miles (+6,576)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    927912739225
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass63,280 miles (+4,502)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    63,280 miles
    Test number
    134570830762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,778 miles (+2,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,778 miles
    Test number
    979178114362
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Pass56,695 miles (+1,609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    56,695 miles
    Test number
    776190943341
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  16. Pass55,086 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    55,086 miles
    Test number
    455733542338
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Fail55,053 miles (+2,975)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,053 miles
    Test number
    466168932384
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Pass52,078 miles (+2,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    52,078 miles
    Test number
    149810551095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  19. Pass49,529 miles (+2,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    49,529 miles
    Test number
    312155839337
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass46,879 miles (+2,233)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    46,879 miles
    Test number
    441937538484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,646 miles (+4,261)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    44,646 miles
    Test number
    702100137328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,385 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,385 miles
    Test number
    310685026366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about T28 RAM

Does T28 RAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T28 RAM expired on 31 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T28 RAM?
The MOT on T28 RAM expired on 31 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T28 RAM done?
T28 RAM was recorded at 212,843 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2025, an average of 9,486 miles a year.
Has T28 RAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T28 RAM has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T28 RAM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Dec 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T28 RAM find?
T28 RAM passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2025 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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