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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T42 TPAMOT history

T42 TPA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 109,063 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2022
Mileage
109,063 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2021
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T42 TPA
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
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T42 TPA was last recorded at 109,063 miles on 20 Oct 2021, 878 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
108,185 miles · 20 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
878 miles
Average per year
5,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 109,063 miles
  • 2020 – 108,185 miles
  • 2018 – 100,707 miles
  • 2017 – 89,446 miles
  • 2016 – 75,715 miles
  • 2015 – 59,640 miles
  • 2014 – 50,161 miles
  • 2013 – 39,749 miles
  • 2012 – 35,805 miles
  • 2011 – 32,959 miles
  • 2010 – 31,208 miles
  • 2009 – 29,462 miles
  • 2008 – 26,893 miles
  • 2007 – 23,536 miles
  • 2006 – 19,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,063 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear 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.

  • Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,063 miles (+878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    109,063 miles
    Test number
    715562999115
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass108,185 miles (+7,478)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    108,185 miles
    Test number
    525371145764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass100,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,707 miles
    Test number
    373679670512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail100,707 miles (+11,261)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,707 miles
    Test number
    809398122084
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass89,446 miles (+13,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,446 miles
    Test number
    186140178271
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass75,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    75,715 miles
    Test number
    631213530990
    • AdvisoryRear diff case leaking advise

  7. Fail75,715 miles (+16,075)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,715 miles
    Test number
    458502653468
    • FailureCentre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear diff case leaking advise

  8. Pass59,640 miles (+9,479)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,640 miles
    Test number
    247647065120
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass50,161 miles (+10,412)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,161 miles
    Test number
    447521044186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,749 miles (+3,944)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,749 miles
    Test number
    995336903146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,805 miles (+2,846)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    35,805 miles
    Test number
    617446942186
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass32,959 miles (+1,751)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,959 miles
    Test number
    789194641128
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChassis and suspension components rusty

  13. Pass31,208 miles (+1,746)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    31,208 miles
    Test number
    882375140134
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass29,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,462 miles
    Test number
    824536149114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,461 miles (+2,568)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,461 miles
    Test number
    922966749192
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass26,893 miles (+3,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    26,893 miles
    Test number
    662618848140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass23,536 miles (+4,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    23,536 miles
    Test number
    291626637198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass19,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    19,344 miles
    Test number
    280698336108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T42 TPA

Does T42 TPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T42 TPA expired on 19 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T42 TPA?
The MOT on T42 TPA expired on 19 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T42 TPA done?
T42 TPA was recorded at 109,063 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2021, an average of 5,816 miles a year.
Has T42 TPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T42 TPA has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on T42 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 T42 TPA find?
T42 TPA passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2021 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive rear differential; rear coil spring corroded.

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