Mercedes C Class

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,799 cc

T578 BFCMOT history

T578 BFC is a red petrol Mercedes C Class first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 118,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
118,148 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T578 BFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
C Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T578 BFC was last recorded at 118,148 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,941 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
207 miles
Average per year
2,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,148 miles
  • 2025 – 117,941 miles
  • 2024 – 117,382 miles
  • 2023 – 117,170 miles
  • 2022 – 116,642 miles
  • 2021 – 115,699 miles
  • 2020 – 114,943 miles
  • 2019 – 112,565 miles
  • 2018 – 109,945 miles
  • 2017 – 106,524 miles
  • 2016 – 104,042 miles
  • 2015 – 101,347 miles
  • 2014 – 97,564 miles
  • 2013 – 93,895 miles
  • 2012 – 88,877 miles
  • 2011 – 83,105 miles
  • 2009 – 75,426 miles
  • 2008 – 70,299 miles
  • 2007 – 65,444 miles
  • 2006 – 60,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,148 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened every arm fitted onto subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (offside and nearside) (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear sill under trim cover

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,148 miles (+207)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    118,148 miles
    Test number
    229492911861
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened every arm fitted onto subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (offside and nearside) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass117,941 miles (+559)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    117,941 miles
    Test number
    861774023507
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer disc face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner chassis and sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened every upper and lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner chassis and sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened every upper and lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened complete frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass117,382 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    117,382 miles
    Test number
    127028464095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear sill under trim cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar support (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened every suspension arm/ offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail117,382 miles (+212)3 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,382 miles
    Test number
    161824455350
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear sill under trim cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar support (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened every suspension arm/ offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass117,170 miles (+528)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    117,170 miles
    Test number
    762889776464
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass116,642 miles (+943)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    116,642 miles
    Test number
    573620031072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective (support mount to gearbox) (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower inner wheel arch liner insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (offside and nearside) (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (offside and nearside) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass115,699 miles (+756)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    115,699 miles
    Test number
    277280836209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass114,943 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    114,943 miles
    Test number
    212359706168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail114,943 miles (+2,378)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,943 miles
    Test number
    675287643868
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass112,565 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,565 miles
    Test number
    419844890339
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (outer) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail112,565 miles (+2,620)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,565 miles
    Test number
    583025848058
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (bonnet grill) (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel hose damaged (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (outer) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass109,945 miles (+3,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,945 miles
    Test number
    158715980309
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass106,524 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,524 miles
    Test number
    453047035278
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel tank breather pipe deteriorated

  14. Fail106,524 miles (+31)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,524 miles
    Test number
    366934903881
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play offside and nearside (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in steering drop arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel tank breather pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured nearside and offside (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail106,493 miles (+2,451)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,493 miles
    Test number
    127356689881
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded LOWER SILL (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass104,042 miles (+2,695)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    104,042 miles
    Test number
    397446010697
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR DISCS RUSTY
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYES LOW
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass101,347 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,347 miles
    Test number
    669414005177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteFront exhaust / joint very rusty

  18. Fail101,347 miles (+3,783)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,347 miles
    Test number
    806454205176
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteFront exhaust / joint very rusty

  19. Pass97,564 miles (+3,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,564 miles
    Test number
    995849494043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass93,895 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,895 miles
    Test number
    936123923190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail93,812 miles (+4,935)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,812 miles
    Test number
    708982113180
    • FailureOffside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Fail88,877 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,877 miles
    Test number
    255661312153
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass88,877 miles (+5,772)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,877 miles
    Test number
    319691212138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,105 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,105 miles
    Test number
    935457221176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail83,103 miles (+7,677)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,103 miles
    Test number
    256946621173
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass75,426 miles (+5,127)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    75,426 miles
    Test number
    173092679248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass70,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    70,299 miles
    Test number
    424075278104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail70,299 miles (+4,855)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,299 miles
    Test number
    820095178107
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass65,444 miles (+4,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    65,444 miles
    Test number
    634500957115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  30. Pass60,749 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    60,749 miles
    Test number
    284456346181
    • 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)

Questions about T578 BFC

Does T578 BFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T578 BFC is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T578 BFC?
The MOT on T578 BFC is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T578 BFC done?
T578 BFC was recorded at 118,148 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 2,861 miles a year.
Has T578 BFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T578 BFC has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T578 BFC 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 T578 BFC find?
T578 BFC passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: central rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened every arm fitted onto subframe; rear coil spring corroded (offside and nearside).

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