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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T298 JBHMOT history

T298 JBH is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 150,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
150,954 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,765 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T298 JBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T298 JBH was last recorded at 150,954 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 1,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
148,995 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,959 miles
Average per year
5,765 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,954 miles
  • 2025 – 148,995 miles
  • 2024 – 146,543 miles
  • 2023 – 142,935 miles
  • 2022 – 139,162 miles
  • 2021 – 134,758 miles
  • 2020 – 132,163 miles
  • 2019 – 124,608 miles
  • 2018 – 116,267 miles
  • 2017 – 107,199 miles
  • 2016 – 98,978 miles
  • 2015 – 88,922 miles
  • 2014 – 77,388 miles
  • 2013 – 66,230 miles
  • 2012 – 56,443 miles
  • 2011 – 53,027 miles
  • 2010 – 49,361 miles
  • 2009 – 46,453 miles
  • 2008 – 42,262 miles
  • 2007 – 40,206 miles
  • 2006 – 36,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,954 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Slight play in steering joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,954 miles (+1,959)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    150,954 miles
    Test number
    587879983297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass148,995 miles (+2,452)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    148,995 miles
    Test number
    570411277936
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH SIDES

  3. Pass146,543 miles (+3,608)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    146,543 miles
    Test number
    648551966884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass142,935 miles (+3,773)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    142,935 miles
    Test number
    757084487112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass139,162 miles (+4,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    139,162 miles
    Test number
    892795060024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass134,758 miles (+2,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    134,758 miles
    Test number
    261421536743
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass132,163 miles (+7,555)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    132,163 miles
    Test number
    816473232132
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass124,608 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    124,608 miles
    Test number
    428941345482
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  9. Fail124,608 miles (+8,341)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,608 miles
    Test number
    277699506393
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  10. Pass116,267 miles (+9,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    116,267 miles
    Test number
    856229030478
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre worn on outer edges
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  11. Pass107,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    107,199 miles
    Test number
    464952493057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,199 miles (+8,221)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,199 miles
    Test number
    137966753263
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour both front ind bulbs faded (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass98,978 miles (+10,056)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,978 miles
    Test number
    726533400495
    • AdvisoryFront brakes worn
    • AdvisoryRear pads very worn/ on limit
    • AdvisorySlight play in front bearings
    • AdvisorySome play in steering joints

  14. Pass88,922 miles (+11,534)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    88,922 miles
    Test number
    605831245062
    • NoteBoth rear tyres nearing wear bars
    • NoteRear pads worn but ok at present

  15. Pass77,388 miles (+11,158)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,388 miles
    Test number
    238671744013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,230 miles (+9,787)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,230 miles
    Test number
    118576633062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,443 miles (+3,416)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,443 miles
    Test number
    379178132034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,027 miles (+3,666)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    53,027 miles
    Test number
    508527241037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,361 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,361 miles
    Test number
    563829030022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,453 miles (+4,191)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,453 miles
    Test number
    623763249006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,262 miles (+2,056)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,262 miles
    Test number
    593391058078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,206 miles (+4,086)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    40,206 miles
    Test number
    461744147008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,120 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    36,120 miles
    Test number
    600385646073
    • NoteO/s washer jet poor effort
    • NoteSteering damper slight oil leak

Questions about T298 JBH

Does T298 JBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T298 JBH is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T298 JBH?
The MOT on T298 JBH is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T298 JBH done?
T298 JBH was recorded at 150,954 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 5,765 miles a year.
Has T298 JBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T298 JBH has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on T298 JBH 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 T298 JBH find?
T298 JBH passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front drag link end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front drag link end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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