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Mercedes-Benz C

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T343 NLFMOT history

T343 NLF is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 73,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2023
Mileage
73,982 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T343 NLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T343 NLF was last recorded at 73,982 miles on 26 Jun 2023, 983 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,999 miles · 10 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
983 miles
Average per year
2,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 73,982 miles
  • 2022 – 72,999 miles
  • 2021 – 72,221 miles
  • 2020 – 70,335 miles
  • 2019 – 69,279 miles
  • 2018 – 66,207 miles
  • 2017 – 64,708 miles
  • 2016 – 62,884 miles
  • 2015 – 60,901 miles
  • 2014 – 58,991 miles
  • 2013 – 54,707 miles
  • 2012 – 52,486 miles
  • 2011 – 50,222 miles
  • 2010 – 48,302 miles
  • 2009 – 46,039 miles
  • 2008 – 43,521 miles
  • 2006 – 40,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail73,982 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Wing (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f - n/s/r - o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front washer jet inop
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail73,982 miles (+983)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,982 miles
    Test number
    400838407877
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Wing (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/f - n/s/r - o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer jet inop
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass72,999 miles (+778)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    72,999 miles
    Test number
    974099053190
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OSF,OSR,NSF,NSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail72,221 miles (+1,886)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,221 miles
    Test number
    965071987695
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OSF,NSF,NSR,OSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass70,335 miles (+1,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    70,335 miles
    Test number
    336705564182
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass69,279 miles (+3,072)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    69,279 miles
    Test number
    491394473017
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears,begining to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs corroding (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor/inner sill corroding, slight damage (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill/floor corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,207 miles (+1,499)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    66,207 miles
    Test number
    621853602412
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all are cracking and perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears and the rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers corroding

  7. Pass64,708 miles (+1,824)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,708 miles
    Test number
    732407139457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,884 miles
    Test number
    141507295112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail62,882 miles (+1,981)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,882 miles
    Test number
    349353287411
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass60,901 miles (+1,910)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    60,901 miles
    Test number
    654814285027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,991 miles (+1,041)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,991 miles
    Test number
    787503354341
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteLight misting of oil on steering damper
    • NoteNearside main brake pipe corroding at rear
    • NoteSlight noise nearside rear wheel
    • NoteSlight oil leak on rear differential

  12. Pass57,950 miles (+305)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,950 miles
    Test number
    528908474155
    • NoteSlight noise nearside rear wheel bearing

  13. Fail57,645 miles (+2,938)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,645 miles
    Test number
    738667474103
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight noise nearside rear wheel bearing

  14. Pass54,707 miles (+2,221)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,707 miles
    Test number
    385108063132
    • NoteBoth main brake pipes corroding at rear
    • NoteOffside front brake pipe corroding

  15. Pass52,486 miles (+2,264)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,486 miles
    Test number
    837131382187
    • NoteMain brake pipes corroding at rear

  16. Pass50,222 miles (+1,920)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,222 miles
    Test number
    879132771144
    • NoteBoth main brake pipes corroding at rear close to limit

  17. Pass48,302 miles (+2,263)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,302 miles
    Test number
    520918760170
    • NoteMain brake pipes corroding at rear

  18. Fail46,039 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,039 miles
    Test number
    383892069152
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass46,039 miles (+2,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,039 miles
    Test number
    391832569118
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass43,521 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,521 miles
    Test number
    781338378138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    40,252 miles
    Test number
    462653686259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T343 NLF

Does T343 NLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T343 NLF expired on 9 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T343 NLF?
The MOT on T343 NLF expired on 9 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T343 NLF done?
T343 NLF was recorded at 73,982 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2023, an average of 2,019 miles a year.
Has T343 NLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T343 NLF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T343 NLF 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 T343 NLF find?
T343 NLF failed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2023 with 4 major defects and 12 advisories: nearside front direction indicator incorrect colour wing; nearside front hydraulic brake calliper leaking; nearside front suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 13 more.

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