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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,148 cc

T40 TPAMOT history

T40 TPA is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 118,576 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
118,576 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 TPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 TPA was last recorded at 118,576 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 3,917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,659 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,917 miles
Average per year
5,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,576 miles
  • 2025 – 114,659 miles
  • 2024 – 111,759 miles
  • 2023 – 107,894 miles
  • 2022 – 104,624 miles
  • 2021 – 102,992 miles
  • 2020 – 100,762 miles
  • 2019 – 97,984 miles
  • 2018 – 94,525 miles
  • 2017 – 87,638 miles
  • 2016 – 70,899 miles
  • 2014 – 53,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,576 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.

  • Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Emissions to low to obtain reading

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Emissions too low to obtain reading

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,576 miles (+3,917)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    118,576 miles
    Test number
    536261276587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass114,659 miles (+2,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    114,659 miles
    Test number
    713512484542
    • AdvisoryEmissions to low to obtain reading
  3. Pass111,759 miles (+3,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    111,759 miles
    Test number
    949711008119
    • AdvisoryEmissions to low to obtain reading
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  4. Pass107,894 miles (+3,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    107,894 miles
    Test number
    320756916650
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to obtain reading
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components
  5. Pass104,624 miles (+1,632)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,624 miles
    Test number
    324150098332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to obtain reading
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components
  6. Pass102,992 miles (+2,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    102,992 miles
    Test number
    868511758793
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components
  7. Pass100,762 miles (+2,778)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,762 miles
    Test number
    527657842501
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes not fully visible
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to obtain (( 0.51 )
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted
  8. Pass97,984 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    97,984 miles
    Test number
    922661960298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components
  9. Fail97,984 miles (+29)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,984 miles
    Test number
    152107925064
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view of certain components
  10. Fail97,955 miles (+3,430)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,955 miles
    Test number
    392782911116
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has restricted free movement internal foot operated parking brake lever does not release (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel buckled on inner rim
  11. Pass94,525 miles (+6,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,525 miles
    Test number
    259288969639
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes not fully visible
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of certain components
  12. Pass87,638 miles (+16,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    87,638 miles
    Test number
    448734669317
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass70,899 miles (+17,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    70,899 miles
    Test number
    633228339636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  14. Pass53,357 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    53,357 miles
    Test number
    918146354313
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T40 TPA

Does T40 TPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 TPA is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 TPA?
The MOT on T40 TPA is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 TPA done?
T40 TPA was recorded at 118,576 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 5,862 miles a year.
Has T40 TPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 TPA has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on T40 TPA 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 T40 TPA find?
T40 TPA passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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