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Mercedes-Benz C

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,799 cc

T497 UUPMOT history

T497 UUP is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 64,567 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2026
Mileage
64,567 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T497 UUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T497 UUP was last recorded at 64,567 miles on 12 Jan 2024, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,540 miles · 3 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
1,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 64,567 miles
  • 2022 – 64,110 miles
  • 2021 – 64,073 miles
  • 2018 – 62,919 miles
  • 2017 – 61,783 miles
  • 2016 – 60,374 miles
  • 2015 – 57,965 miles
  • 2013 – 56,725 miles
  • 2012 – 55,155 miles
  • 2011 – 53,653 miles
  • 2010 – 51,884 miles
  • 2009 – 49,819 miles
  • 2008 – 44,580 miles
  • 2007 – 39,793 miles
  • 2006 – 34,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension ams o/s and n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    247653384637
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. FailMileage not read1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    531922593898
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting spring mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass64,567 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    64,567 miles
    Test number
    130474519275
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension ams o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail64,540 miles (+430)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,540 miles
    Test number
    267535231336
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension ams o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass64,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    64,110 miles
    Test number
    771386321253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail64,107 miles (+34)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,107 miles
    Test number
    339334264074
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Pass64,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    64,073 miles
    Test number
    174879081382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    785644520289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    934693199173
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass62,919 miles (+1,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,919 miles
    Test number
    318650141265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass61,785 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    61,785 miles
    Test number
    238845266624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,783 miles (+1,409)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,783 miles
    Test number
    570660826011
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass60,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,374 miles
    Test number
    821740763464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,374 miles (+1,230)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,374 miles
    Test number
    802265561391
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass59,144 miles (+1,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    59,144 miles
    Test number
    759641692553
    • AdvisoryCentre Front oil leaks

  16. Pass57,965 miles (+1,240)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    57,965 miles
    Test number
    587325605092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,725 miles (+1,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    56,725 miles
    Test number
    499435563329
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass55,155 miles (+1,502)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    55,155 miles
    Test number
    166002262366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,653 miles (+1,769)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,653 miles
    Test number
    169633561387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,884 miles (+2,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,884 miles
    Test number
    472745950416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass49,819 miles (+2,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,819 miles
    Test number
    314053869339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass47,593 miles (+3,013)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    47,593 miles
    Test number
    820276709056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,580 miles
    Test number
    551398408074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,580 miles (+4,787)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,580 miles
    Test number
    704888008041
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass39,793 miles (+4,970)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,793 miles
    Test number
    580355907068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    34,823 miles
    Test number
    972389706021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T497 UUP

Does T497 UUP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T497 UUP expired on 12 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T497 UUP?
The MOT on T497 UUP expired on 12 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T497 UUP done?
T497 UUP was recorded at 64,567 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2024, an average of 1,652 miles a year.
Has T497 UUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T497 UUP has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T497 UUP 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 T497 UUP find?
T497 UUP passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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