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Mercedes-Benz C

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T387 VBLMOT history

T387 VBL is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 156,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Dec 2023
Mileage
156,659 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T387 VBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T387 VBL was last recorded at 156,659 miles on 15 Dec 2022, 2,226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,433 miles · 8 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
2,226 miles
Average per year
2,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,659 miles
  • 2021 – 154,433 miles
  • 2020 – 154,040 miles
  • 2019 – 152,632 miles
  • 2018 – 151,998 miles
  • 2017 – 151,226 miles
  • 2016 – 150,316 miles
  • 2015 – 149,482 miles
  • 2014 – 148,694 miles
  • 2013 – 146,833 miles
  • 2012 – 139,888 miles
  • 2011 – 133,798 miles
  • 2010 – 127,715 miles
  • 2009 – 124,452 miles
  • 2008 – 122,701 miles
  • 2007 – 121,348 miles
  • 2006 – 120,554 miles
  • 2005 – 116,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,659 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,659 miles (+2,226)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    156,659 miles
    Test number
    949123011338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass154,433 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    154,433 miles
    Test number
    905215164689
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail154,433 miles (+393)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,433 miles
    Test number
    895203734302
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out riger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area ( under carpet) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,040 miles (+1,408)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    154,040 miles
    Test number
    206959361632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass152,632 miles (+634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    152,632 miles
    Test number
    292271162424
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass151,998 miles (+772)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    151,998 miles
    Test number
    524985508156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass151,226 miles (+910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    151,226 miles
    Test number
    916554583413
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded bothsides to flexies (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  8. Pass150,316 miles (+834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    150,316 miles
    Test number
    955129604720
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play bothsides (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides to flexies (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  9. Pass149,482 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    149,482 miles
    Test number
    889139555164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Fail149,482 miles (+788)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,482 miles
    Test number
    968469255134
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  11. Pass148,694 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    148,694 miles
    Test number
    736225854169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail146,833 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,833 miles
    Test number
    159749153145
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass146,833 miles (+6,945)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    146,833 miles
    Test number
    706539853112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass139,888 miles (+6,090)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    139,888 miles
    Test number
    358614372133
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear 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. Pass133,798 miles (+6,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    133,798 miles
    Test number
    599474461140
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass127,715 miles (+3,263)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    127,715 miles
    Test number
    231745160432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass124,452 miles (+1,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    124,452 miles
    Test number
    700969069174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass122,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    122,701 miles
    Test number
    283239878451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail122,700 miles (+1,352)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,700 miles
    Test number
    233969278423
    • DangerousNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Pass121,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    121,348 miles
    Test number
    963038577130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail121,348 miles (+794)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,348 miles
    Test number
    851227177101
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass120,554 miles (+3,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    120,554 miles
    Test number
    853660486125
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass116,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    116,899 miles
    Test number
    930932885153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T387 VBL

Does T387 VBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T387 VBL expired on 30 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T387 VBL?
The MOT on T387 VBL expired on 30 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T387 VBL done?
T387 VBL was recorded at 156,659 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2022, an average of 2,278 miles a year.
Has T387 VBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T387 VBL has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T387 VBL 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 T387 VBL find?
T387 VBL passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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