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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,799 cc

T553 TGCMOT history

T553 TGC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 68,266 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
68,266 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T553 TGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T553 TGC was last recorded at 68,266 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 3,427 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,839 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,427 miles
Average per year
1,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,266 miles
  • 2025 – 64,839 miles
  • 2024 – 59,733 miles
  • 2023 – 56,873 miles
  • 2014 – 55,747 miles
  • 2010 – 53,762 miles
  • 2009 – 49,840 miles
  • 2008 – 45,879 miles
  • 2007 – 41,725 miles
  • 2005 – 37,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,266 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (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.

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

14 tests since 9 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,266 miles (+3,427)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    68,266 miles
    Test number
    889688332096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass64,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    64,839 miles
    Test number
    307747924621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail64,839 miles (+5,106)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,839 miles
    Test number
    417000861133
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass59,733 miles (+2,860)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    59,733 miles
    Test number
    355299112900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass56,873 miles (+1,126)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    56,873 miles
    Test number
    120036380942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,747 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,747 miles
    Test number
    718159214112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail55,746 miles (+1,984)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,746 miles
    Test number
    438403314156
    • FailureCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass53,762 miles (+3,922)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,762 miles
    Test number
    531932870190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,840 miles (+3,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    49,840 miles
    Test number
    232542639428
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass45,879 miles (+4,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,879 miles
    Test number
    534215838155
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  11. Pass41,725 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    41,725 miles
    Test number
    141215907028
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass41,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    41,725 miles
    Test number
    953225407085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail41,725 miles (+4,626)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,725 miles
    Test number
    361495507044
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass37,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    37,099 miles
    Test number
    490273745368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T553 TGC

Does T553 TGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T553 TGC is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T553 TGC?
The MOT on T553 TGC 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 T553 TGC done?
T553 TGC was recorded at 68,266 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,512 miles a year.
Has T553 TGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T553 TGC has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T553 TGC 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 T553 TGC find?
T553 TGC passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 2 more.

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