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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 4,266 cc

T681 GNVMOT history

T681 GNV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 118,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
118,860 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T681 GNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,266 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T681 GNV was last recorded at 118,860 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jan 2008: 76,871 miles, lower than 90,440 miles on 20 Oct 2006.

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
118,853 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,860 miles
  • 2025 – 118,315 miles
  • 2024 – 117,638 miles
  • 2023 – 117,336 miles
  • 2022 – 116,359 miles
  • 2021 – 115,796 miles
  • 2020 – 115,317 miles
  • 2019 – 114,818 miles
  • 2018 – 114,470 miles
  • 2017 – 113,471 miles
  • 2016 – 113,037 miles
  • 2015 – 112,508 miles
  • 2014 – 112,245 miles
  • 2012 – 105,689 miles
  • 2010 – 102,405 miles
  • 2009 – 92,296 miles
  • 2008 – 76,871 miles
  • 2006 – 90,440 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,860 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,860 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    118,860 miles
    Test number
    314164497650
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail118,853 miles (+538)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,853 miles
    Test number
    897784677852
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot floor around chassis leg towing eye (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass118,315 miles (+677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    118,315 miles
    Test number
    198458611210
    • AdvisoryVehical undersealed

  4. Pass117,638 miles (+302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    117,638 miles
    Test number
    894045873626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass117,336 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    117,336 miles
    Test number
    506837618424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,359 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    116,359 miles
    Test number
    395090829076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail116,359 miles (+563)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,359 miles
    Test number
    541607297245
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested brake pipe leaking during test (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass115,796 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    115,796 miles
    Test number
    756003463161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail115,795 miles (+478)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,795 miles
    Test number
    504409393629
    • DangerousValve stem seriously damaged all 4 tyre valves (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded both front pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass115,317 miles (+499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    115,317 miles
    Test number
    333742467676
    • AdvisoryFront Fog Lights not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device not working

  11. Pass114,818 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    114,818 miles
    Test number
    246530805881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp conversion has been carried out
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp conversion has been carried out
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail114,818 miles (+348)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,818 miles
    Test number
    839149447197
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass114,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    114,470 miles
    Test number
    790990274274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail114,470 miles (+999)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,470 miles
    Test number
    308654556592
    • MajorFuel hose leaking rear fuel pump pipe perished leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass113,471 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    113,471 miles
    Test number
    225171132226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass113,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    113,037 miles
    Test number
    109246695556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail113,037 miles (+529)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,037 miles
    Test number
    553535588540
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

  18. Pass112,508 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    112,508 miles
    Test number
    195264183304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass112,245 miles (+6,556)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    112,245 miles
    Test number
    315785134104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass105,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    105,689 miles
    Test number
    426589632137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail105,689 miles (+3,284)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,689 miles
    Test number
    496159032139
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass102,405 miles (+6)1 dangerous4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    102,405 miles
    Test number
    783395900303
    • DangerousFuel pipe almost rubbed through at filter
    • NoteOffside front wing liner damaged
    • NoteSlight oil leak at differential
    • NoteSlight oil leak at transmission output seal
    • NoteSlight oil leak engine area

  23. Fail102,399 miles (+10,103)4 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,399 miles
    Test number
    104178970289
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant lamp on
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteNearside front back plate corroded
    • NoteOffside front foglamp inoperative

  24. Pass92,296 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    92,296 miles
    Test number
    413425719350
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail92,294 miles (+7,102)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,294 miles
    Test number
    124727309313
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass85,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    85,192 miles
    Test number
    542952119011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail85,192 miles (+8,321)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,192 miles
    Test number
    224539309036
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBothside front tyres worn nearly bald on inner edges

  28. Pass76,871 miles (-13,569)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    76,871 miles
    Test number
    133791418076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass90,440 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    90,440 miles
    Test number
    370323096296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail90,433 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,433 miles
    Test number
    483402896237
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about T681 GNV

Does T681 GNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T681 GNV is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T681 GNV?
The MOT on T681 GNV is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T681 GNV done?
T681 GNV was recorded at 118,860 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 1,423 miles a year.
Has T681 GNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T681 GNV has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T681 GNV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jan 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T681 GNV find?
T681 GNV passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 8 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes undersealed; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 5 more.

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