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Mercedes-Benz C

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,397 cc

T297 NBDMOT history

T297 NBD is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 175,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2023
Mileage
175,011 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2022
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T297 NBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T297 NBD was last recorded at 175,011 miles on 14 Oct 2022, 2,961 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,050 miles · 4 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,961 miles
Average per year
7,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 175,011 miles
  • 2021 – 172,050 miles
  • 2020 – 164,245 miles
  • 2019 – 149,719 miles
  • 2018 – 124,972 miles
  • 2017 – 120,452 miles
  • 2016 – 116,963 miles
  • 2015 – 111,404 miles
  • 2014 – 107,490 miles
  • 2013 – 103,280 miles
  • 2012 – 98,448 miles
  • 2011 – 88,076 miles
  • 2010 – 81,622 miles
  • 2009 – 74,957 miles
  • 2008 – 70,331 miles
  • 2007 – 64,193 miles
  • 2006 – 56,815 miles
  • 2005 – 51,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,011 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine + diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear axle oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,011 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    175,011 miles
    Test number
    514267319820
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine + diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail175,011 miles (+2,961)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,011 miles
    Test number
    518143926722
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine + diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,050 miles (+7,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    172,050 miles
    Test number
    323819990675
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine + rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass164,245 miles (+168)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    164,245 miles
    Test number
    701346466623
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear axle oil leak

  5. Fail164,077 miles (+14,358)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,077 miles
    Test number
    613967981309
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear axle oil leak

  6. Pass149,719 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    149,719 miles
    Test number
    809579530118
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle leaking
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering arms

  7. Fail149,719 miles (+24,747)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,719 miles
    Test number
    951923452851
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle leaking
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering arms

  8. Pass124,972 miles (+4,520)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    124,972 miles
    Test number
    625559229306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,452 miles (+3,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    120,452 miles
    Test number
    538483715406
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside steering inner joint

  10. Pass116,963 miles (+5,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    116,963 miles
    Test number
    388802412257
    • 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)

  11. Pass111,404 miles (+3,914)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    111,404 miles
    Test number
    636906875118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,490 miles (+4,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    107,490 miles
    Test number
    829456774185
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass103,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    103,280 miles
    Test number
    838806873102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail103,280 miles (+4,832)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,280 miles
    Test number
    469166873103
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge

  15. Pass98,448 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,448 miles
    Test number
    978338772183
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outside edge

  16. Fail98,448 miles (+10,372)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,448 miles
    Test number
    735968272119
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outside edge

  17. Pass88,076 miles (+6,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    88,076 miles
    Test number
    529245461118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass81,622 miles (+6,665)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    81,622 miles
    Test number
    360019570133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,957 miles (+4,626)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    74,957 miles
    Test number
    374252259160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    70,331 miles
    Test number
    354535858192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,331 miles (+6,138)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,331 miles
    Test number
    240772258458
    • FailureCentre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass64,193 miles (+7,378)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    64,193 miles
    Test number
    452490377151
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s front tyre wear
    • NoteO/s and n/s headlight aim high
    • NoteO/s front tyre wear
    • NoteO/s number plate light inoperative

  23. Pass56,815 miles (+4,954)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    56,815 miles
    Test number
    971356926332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    51,861 miles
    Test number
    601914835375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T297 NBD

Does T297 NBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T297 NBD expired on 13 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T297 NBD?
The MOT on T297 NBD expired on 13 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T297 NBD done?
T297 NBD was recorded at 175,011 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2022, an average of 7,300 miles a year.
Has T297 NBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T297 NBD has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T297 NBD 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 T297 NBD find?
T297 NBD passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2022 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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