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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,398 cc

T477 ARCMOT history

T477 ARC is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 15 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2021 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 175,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2021
Mileage
175,676 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,623 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T477 ARC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T477 ARC was last recorded at 175,676 miles on 23 Nov 2021, 7,178 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,498 miles · 8 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
7,178 miles
Average per year
6,623 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 175,676 miles
  • 2020 – 168,498 miles
  • 2019 – 158,349 miles
  • 2018 – 146,209 miles
  • 2017 – 137,872 miles
  • 2016 – 129,518 miles
  • 2015 – 125,945 miles
  • 2014 – 121,305 miles
  • 2013 – 117,107 miles
  • 2012 – 113,742 miles
  • 2011 – 110,101 miles
  • 2009 – 103,680 miles
  • 2008 – 99,013 miles
  • 2007 – 91,588 miles
  • 2006 – 72,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail175,676 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged Nearside (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front inner wings corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leaks
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Both (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear differential oil leak

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail175,676 miles (+7,178)6 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,676 miles
    Test number
    695258661666
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged Nearside (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Both (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear differential oil leak

  2. Pass168,498 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    168,498 miles
    Test number
    252062287893
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront inner wings has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak at engine and rear differential

  3. Fail168,498 miles (+10,149)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,498 miles
    Test number
    779158546828
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront inner wings has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak at engine and rear differential

  4. Pass158,349 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    158,349 miles
    Test number
    368756074064
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail158,346 miles (+12,137)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,346 miles
    Test number
    252011122868
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass146,209 miles (+283)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    146,209 miles
    Test number
    169878466199
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner wing areas at headlamp/bumper areas (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floor areas (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front spring areas (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps loose
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear springs (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  7. Fail145,926 miles (+8,054)4 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,926 miles
    Test number
    943262796309
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front inner wing areas at headlamp/bumper areas (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floor areas (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front spring areas (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps loose
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear springs (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  8. Pass137,872 miles (+196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    137,872 miles
    Test number
    456782314747
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail137,676 miles (+8,158)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,676 miles
    Test number
    527370151887
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end inappropriately modified Wrong Track rod end fitted (fouling road wheel) (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Inner wing/front panel (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass129,518 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    129,518 miles
    Test number
    736374566016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,945 miles (+4,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    125,945 miles
    Test number
    145347325145
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass121,305 miles (+4,198)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    121,305 miles
    Test number
    589036544172
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass117,107 miles (+3,365)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    117,107 miles
    Test number
    155789843194
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise-all tyres cracking

  14. Pass113,742 miles (+18)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    113,742 miles
    Test number
    899781252133
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise-heat shield insecure
    • NoteAdvise-srs light on

  15. Fail113,724 miles (+3,623)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,724 miles
    Test number
    218359142425
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise-heat shield insecure
    • NoteAdvise-srs light on

  16. Pass110,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    110,101 miles
    Test number
    246608601160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail110,101 miles (+6,421)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,101 miles
    Test number
    537268501191
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass103,680 miles (+4,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    103,680 miles
    Test number
    443478039435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass99,013 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    99,013 miles
    Test number
    373174338322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail99,011 miles (+7,423)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,011 miles
    Test number
    843373238308
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass91,588 miles (+19,082)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    91,588 miles
    Test number
    800768117309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    72,506 miles
    Test number
    220436316414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T477 ARC

Does T477 ARC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T477 ARC expired on 7 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T477 ARC?
The MOT on T477 ARC expired on 7 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T477 ARC done?
T477 ARC was recorded at 175,676 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2021, an average of 6,623 miles a year.
Has T477 ARC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T477 ARC has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T477 ARC 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 T477 ARC find?
T477 ARC failed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2021 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside headlamp lens seriously defective; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch area, and 17 more.

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