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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,397 cc

T523 ACWMOT history

T523 ACW is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 104,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
104,382 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T523 ACW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T523 ACW was last recorded at 104,382 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 3,885 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Apr 2017: 108,503 miles, lower than 143,347 miles on 18 Apr 2016.
  • 12 Apr 2018: 78,168 miles, lower than 108,503 miles on 13 Apr 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
100,497 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,885 miles
Average per year
2,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,382 miles
  • 2025 – 100,497 miles
  • 2024 – 96,497 miles
  • 2023 – 91,677 miles
  • 2022 – 89,701 miles
  • 2021 – 89,200 miles
  • 2020 – 87,691 miles
  • 2019 – 80,705 miles
  • 2018 – 78,168 miles
  • 2017 – 108,503 miles
  • 2016 – 143,347 miles
  • 2015 – 136,591 miles
  • 2014 – 130,076 miles
  • 2013 – 122,235 miles
  • 2012 – 113,688 miles
  • 2011 – 106,654 miles
  • 2010 – 99,398 miles
  • 2009 – 91,044 miles
  • 2008 – 82,573 miles
  • 2007 – 75,043 miles
  • 2006 – 63,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,382 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (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.

  • All rear suspension components heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,382 miles (+3,885)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    104,382 miles
    Test number
    481826851612
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass100,497 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    100,497 miles
    Test number
    664762074976
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail100,497 miles (+4,000)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,497 miles
    Test number
    537305448339
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass96,497 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,497 miles
    Test number
    427908859637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail96,479 miles (+4,802)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,479 miles
    Test number
    916060141868
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength REAR SUBFRAME MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength REAR SUBFRAME MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOUTER SILLS HEAVILY CORRODED EITHER SIDE
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE HEAVILY CORRODED

  6. Pass91,677 miles (+1,976)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,677 miles
    Test number
    517489631358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion in wheel arch near sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside and components corroded

  7. Pass89,701 miles (+501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,701 miles
    Test number
    750658465091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components heavily corroded

  8. Pass89,200 miles (+1,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,200 miles
    Test number
    747609869556
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components heavily corroded

  9. Pass87,691 miles (+6,986)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    87,691 miles
    Test number
    770692053579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,705 miles (+2,537)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,705 miles
    Test number
    640650680700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,168 miles (-30,335)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,168 miles
    Test number
    948211233946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,503 miles (-34,844)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    108,503 miles
    Test number
    390873794358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass143,347 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    143,347 miles
    Test number
    817814206320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail143,337 miles (+6,746)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,337 miles
    Test number
    638649360380
    • FailureCentre Front Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported weld bracket back on pipes (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill under side (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill behind plastic (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper heat shield lose

  15. Pass136,591 miles (+6,515)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    136,591 miles
    Test number
    358525275071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail130,076 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,076 miles
    Test number
    617635094083
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass130,076 miles (+7,841)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    130,076 miles
    Test number
    757425194082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass122,235 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    122,235 miles
    Test number
    888615303170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail122,226 miles (+8,538)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,226 miles
    Test number
    496501103191
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Upper Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass113,688 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    113,688 miles
    Test number
    217883202126
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail113,678 miles (+7,024)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,678 miles
    Test number
    367182702178
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass106,654 miles (+7,256)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    106,654 miles
    Test number
    746765891090
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass99,398 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    99,398 miles
    Test number
    480164500129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail99,388 miles (+8,344)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,388 miles
    Test number
    484152100120
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass91,044 miles (+8,471)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    91,044 miles
    Test number
    700896289018
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Lower Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • 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)
    • NoteSTEERING BOX AS SLIGHT PLAY RESULTING IN SLIGHT MOVEMENT AT ROAD WHEELS FRONT

  26. Pass82,573 miles (+7,530)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    82,573 miles
    Test number
    444608478069
    • NoteSTEERING BOX AS SLIGHT PLAY RESULTING IN SLIGHT MOVEMENT AT ROAD WHEELS FRONT

  27. Pass75,043 miles (+11,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    75,043 miles
    Test number
    513133207140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Pass63,226 miles (+716)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    63,226 miles
    Test number
    921384816198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass62,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    62,510 miles
    Test number
    311793106188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T523 ACW

Does T523 ACW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T523 ACW is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T523 ACW?
The MOT on T523 ACW is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T523 ACW done?
T523 ACW was recorded at 104,382 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 2,068 miles a year.
Has T523 ACW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T523 ACW has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T523 ACW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 13 Apr 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T523 ACW find?
T523 ACW passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside front steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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