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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T78 EKVMOT history

T78 EKV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 119,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2025
Mileage
119,603 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T78 EKV
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
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T78 EKV was last recorded at 119,603 miles on 4 Jan 2024, 5,637 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,966 miles · 12 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
5,637 miles
Average per year
3,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 119,603 miles
  • 2023 – 113,966 miles
  • 2022 – 109,800 miles
  • 2021 – 105,414 miles
  • 2020 – 95,625 miles
  • 2019 – 87,505 miles
  • 2018 – 81,306 miles
  • 2017 – 76,261 miles
  • 2015 – 74,002 miles
  • 2014 – 71,543 miles
  • 2012 – 70,632 miles
  • 2011 – 68,797 miles
  • 2010 – 66,321 miles
  • 2009 – 65,187 miles
  • 2008 – 64,434 miles
  • 2007 – 63,394 miles
  • 2006 – 61,950 miles
  • 2005 – 60,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,603 miles

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,603 miles (+5,637)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    119,603 miles
    Test number
    427626398377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,966 miles (+4,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    113,966 miles
    Test number
    571585228744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass109,800 miles (+4,386)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,800 miles
    Test number
    256085877769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,414 miles (+9,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,414 miles
    Test number
    831734670380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass95,625 miles (+8,120)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,625 miles
    Test number
    824810444537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass87,505 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    87,505 miles
    Test number
    131238757812
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail87,505 miles (+6,199)3 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,505 miles
    Test number
    853540881048
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (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 Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass81,306 miles (+5,045)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,306 miles
    Test number
    963846379689
    • 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)

  9. Pass76,261 miles (+2,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,261 miles
    Test number
    262114336134
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear brake (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass74,002 miles (+2,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,002 miles
    Test number
    162951782542
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail71,543 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,543 miles
    Test number
    328797844275
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass71,543 miles (+911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    71,543 miles
    Test number
    758727744203
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass70,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,632 miles
    Test number
    377042092248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,632 miles (+1,835)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,632 miles
    Test number
    887182692234
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass68,797 miles (+2,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    68,797 miles
    Test number
    105032891298
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass66,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    66,321 miles
    Test number
    492721080285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail66,321 miles (+1,134)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,321 miles
    Test number
    514871680200
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass65,187 miles (+753)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,187 miles
    Test number
    163381289263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,434 miles (+1,040)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,434 miles
    Test number
    330554488402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,394 miles (+1,444)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    63,394 miles
    Test number
    391452487223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,950 miles (+1,537)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    61,950 miles
    Test number
    110194896078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    60,413 miles
    Test number
    383644385255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T78 EKV

Does T78 EKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T78 EKV expired on 13 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T78 EKV?
The MOT on T78 EKV expired on 13 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T78 EKV done?
T78 EKV was recorded at 119,603 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2024, an average of 3,157 miles a year.
Has T78 EKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T78 EKV has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on T78 EKV 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 T78 EKV find?
T78 EKV passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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