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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc

T5 PLAMOT history

T5 PLA is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 158,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2024
Mileage
158,640 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 PLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 PLA was last recorded at 158,640 miles on 16 Feb 2023, 7,815 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,825 miles · 25 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
7,815 miles
Average per year
8,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 158,640 miles
  • 2022 – 150,825 miles
  • 2020 – 143,661 miles
  • 2019 – 137,179 miles
  • 2018 – 126,340 miles
  • 2017 – 122,323 miles
  • 2016 – 114,381 miles
  • 2015 – 106,550 miles
  • 2014 – 94,534 miles
  • 2013 – 84,241 miles
  • 2012 – 73,939 miles
  • 2011 – 63,559 miles
  • 2010 – 51,324 miles
  • 2009 – 38,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,640 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • O/s/f wing damage

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front bumper damage on o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    158,640 miles
    Test number
    330457958848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail158,640 miles (+7,815)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,640 miles
    Test number
    626273462635
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass150,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,825 miles
    Test number
    371538999998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail150,825 miles (+7,164)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,825 miles
    Test number
    123327477301
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass143,661 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    143,661 miles
    Test number
    622870163656
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  6. Fail143,661 miles (+6,482)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,661 miles
    Test number
    910308014679
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  7. Pass137,179 miles (+10,839)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,179 miles
    Test number
    583702804010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    126,340 miles
    Test number
    546066173633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail126,340 miles (+4,017)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,340 miles
    Test number
    552557205497
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass122,323 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    122,323 miles
    Test number
    522482004856
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing damage

  11. Fail122,321 miles (+7,940)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,321 miles
    Test number
    940602569720
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing damage

  12. Pass114,381 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    114,381 miles
    Test number
    196198190547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damage on o/s
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing damage

  13. Fail114,380 miles (+7,830)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,380 miles
    Test number
    127049117015
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damage on o/s
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing damage

  14. Pass106,550 miles (+12,016)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    106,550 miles
    Test number
    466054285046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,534 miles (+10,293)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,534 miles
    Test number
    506786704197
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  16. Pass84,241 miles (+10,302)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,241 miles
    Test number
    238509513404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,939 miles (+10,380)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    73,939 miles
    Test number
    937417102190
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass63,559 miles (+12,235)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    63,559 miles
    Test number
    457225401130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,324 miles (+12,757)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    51,324 miles
    Test number
    112792480002
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on 2.5mm (min.1.6mm)

  20. Pass38,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,567 miles
    Test number
    161333189410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 PLA

Does T5 PLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T5 PLA expired on 15 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T5 PLA?
The MOT on T5 PLA expired on 15 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T5 PLA done?
T5 PLA was recorded at 158,640 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2023, an average of 8,638 miles a year.
Has T5 PLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 PLA has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T5 PLA 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 T5 PLA find?
T5 PLA passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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