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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T768 DVVMOT history

T768 DVV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 145,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2024
Mileage
145,481 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T768 DVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T768 DVV was last recorded at 145,481 miles on 4 Nov 2024, 3,763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,718 miles · 22 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
3,763 miles
Average per year
4,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 145,481 miles
  • 2023 – 141,718 miles
  • 2022 – 135,545 miles
  • 2021 – 129,361 miles
  • 2020 – 125,348 miles
  • 2019 – 120,520 miles
  • 2018 – 117,318 miles
  • 2017 – 114,046 miles
  • 2016 – 109,299 miles
  • 2015 – 106,033 miles
  • 2014 – 100,462 miles
  • 2013 – 95,664 miles
  • 2011 – 93,150 miles
  • 2010 – 87,250 miles
  • 2009 – 83,085 miles
  • 2008 – 76,512 miles
  • 2007 – 69,916 miles
  • 2006 – 62,691 miles
  • 2005 – 54,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,481 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed vehicle overheated on test (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor behind front chassis outrigger . small hole offside front floor behind outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis holed and corroded within 30 cms of rear tie bar front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear floor panels corroded and offside rear tie bar front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,481 miles (+3,763)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,481 miles
    Test number
    533592509698
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed vehicle overheated on test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor behind front chassis outrigger . small hole offside front floor behind outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis holed and corroded within 30 cms of rear tie bar front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear floor panels corroded and offside rear tie bar front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass141,718 miles (+6,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    141,718 miles
    Test number
    106462635904
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,545 miles (+6,184)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,545 miles
    Test number
    244258287475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil coolant pipe from the auto box to the rad badly corroded

  4. Pass129,361 miles (+4,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,361 miles
    Test number
    828011594169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass125,348 miles (+4,828)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,348 miles
    Test number
    783242474975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass120,520 miles (+3,202)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,520 miles
    Test number
    438862978162
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear floor both sides

  7. Pass117,318 miles (+3,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,318 miles
    Test number
    956557028164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass114,046 miles (+4,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    114,046 miles
    Test number
    505942569980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass109,299 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,299 miles
    Test number
    668617407766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail109,299 miles (+3,266)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,299 miles
    Test number
    322978002078
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass106,033 miles (+1,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    106,033 miles
    Test number
    951006860171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear secondary bulb

  12. Pass104,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    104,592 miles
    Test number
    866418245181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail104,592 miles (+4,130)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,592 miles
    Test number
    258368845146
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  14. Pass100,462 miles (+4,798)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    100,462 miles
    Test number
    778641454107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  15. Pass95,664 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    95,664 miles
    Test number
    505560953169
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail95,664 miles (+2,514)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,664 miles
    Test number
    479740053188
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass93,150 miles (+5,900)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    93,150 miles
    Test number
    428156851439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteWindscreen washers weak

  18. Pass87,250 miles (+4,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    87,250 miles
    Test number
    251906750359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass83,085 miles (+6,573)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    83,085 miles
    Test number
    742211659337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,512 miles (+6,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    76,512 miles
    Test number
    831936328339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass69,916 miles (+7,225)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    69,916 miles
    Test number
    362043027326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    62,691 miles
    Test number
    561775926363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,691 miles (+8,061)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,691 miles
    Test number
    651185826345
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass54,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    54,630 miles
    Test number
    394140715202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T768 DVV

Does T768 DVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T768 DVV expired on 21 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T768 DVV?
The MOT on T768 DVV expired on 21 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T768 DVV done?
T768 DVV was recorded at 145,481 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2024, an average of 4,715 miles a year.
Has T768 DVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T768 DVV has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T768 DVV 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 T768 DVV find?
T768 DVV failed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2024 with 6 major defects and 4 advisories: emissions unable to be completed vehicle overheated on test; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor behind front chassis outrigger . small hole offside front floor behind outrigger; nearside headlamp aim too low, and 7 more.

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