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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T61 RDKMOT history

T61 RDK is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 152,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2024
Mileage
152,043 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T61 RDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T61 RDK was last recorded at 152,043 miles on 21 Mar 2023, 2,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,078 miles · 23 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,965 miles
Average per year
4,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 152,043 miles
  • 2022 – 149,078 miles
  • 2021 – 146,230 miles
  • 2020 – 142,987 miles
  • 2019 – 142,077 miles
  • 2018 – 141,718 miles
  • 2017 – 140,127 miles
  • 2016 – 138,482 miles
  • 2015 – 136,411 miles
  • 2014 – 134,471 miles
  • 2012 – 127,103 miles
  • 2011 – 117,399 miles
  • 2010 – 109,360 miles
  • 2009 – 104,716 miles
  • 2008 – 102,105 miles
  • 2007 – 94,056 miles
  • 2006 – 81,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,043 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAdvise surface rust all over underside of vehicle

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Both rear shocks corrosion apparant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,043 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    152,043 miles
    Test number
    589990821034
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface rust all over underside of vehicle

  2. Fail152,043 miles (+2,965)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,043 miles
    Test number
    848162502703
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise surface rust all over underside of vehicle

  3. Pass149,078 miles (+2,848)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    149,078 miles
    Test number
    434823124586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,230 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    146,230 miles
    Test number
    159595710033
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail146,230 miles (+3,243)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,230 miles
    Test number
    520429497165
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre size 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre size 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass142,987 miles (+910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    142,987 miles
    Test number
    185974596446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass142,077 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    142,077 miles
    Test number
    314834371156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass141,718 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    141,718 miles
    Test number
    145883685060
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks corrosion apparant

  9. Fail141,715 miles (+1,588)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,715 miles
    Test number
    448344679195
    • MajorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks corrosion apparant

  10. Pass140,127 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    140,127 miles
    Test number
    989588701654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass138,482 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    138,482 miles
    Test number
    394275527570
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail138,479 miles (+2,068)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,479 miles
    Test number
    419726175529
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass136,411 miles (+1,940)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    136,411 miles
    Test number
    105014401772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass134,471 miles (+2,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    134,471 miles
    Test number
    657750364218
    • 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)

  15. Pass131,997 miles (+4,894)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    131,997 miles
    Test number
    655116104025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass127,103 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    127,103 miles
    Test number
    875320802340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail127,089 miles (+9,690)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,089 miles
    Test number
    458019292284
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass117,399 miles (+8,039)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    117,399 miles
    Test number
    176058261110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    109,360 miles
    Test number
    483276440190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail109,360 miles (+4,644)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,360 miles
    Test number
    783056140174
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass104,716 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    104,716 miles
    Test number
    244269839416
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Fail104,706 miles (+2,601)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,706 miles
    Test number
    662395139149
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass102,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    102,105 miles
    Test number
    231980958159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail102,090 miles (+8,034)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,090 miles
    Test number
    224060158154
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass94,056 miles (+12,411)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    94,056 miles
    Test number
    172252147146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass81,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    81,645 miles
    Test number
    651801656121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T61 RDK

Does T61 RDK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T61 RDK expired on 26 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T61 RDK?
The MOT on T61 RDK expired on 26 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T61 RDK done?
T61 RDK was recorded at 152,043 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2023, an average of 4,189 miles a year.
Has T61 RDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T61 RDK has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T61 RDK 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 T61 RDK find?
T61 RDK passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2023 with 1 advisory: advise surface rust all over underside of vehicle.

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