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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

T7 AHLMOT history

T7 AHL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 7 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 79,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jul 2027
Mileage
79,731 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 AHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T7 AHL was last recorded at 79,731 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jul 2021: 75,988 miles, lower than 78,117 miles on 15 Jun 2020.

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
79,218 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
513 miles
Average per year
2,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,731 miles
  • 2025 – 79,218 miles
  • 2024 – 78,650 miles
  • 2023 – 77,919 miles
  • 2022 – 77,091 miles
  • 2021 – 75,988 miles
  • 2020 – 78,117 miles
  • 2019 – 74,021 miles
  • 2018 – 72,267 miles
  • 2017 – 70,011 miles
  • 2016 – 67,884 miles
  • 2015 – 65,956 miles
  • 2014 – 63,418 miles
  • 2013 – 60,533 miles
  • 2012 – 57,709 miles
  • 2011 – 54,412 miles
  • 2010 – 50,966 miles
  • 2009 – 47,323 miles
  • 2008 – 42,649 miles
  • 2007 – 38,567 miles
  • 2006 – 34,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,731 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

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.

  • Various under body corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,731 miles (+513)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    79,731 miles
    Test number
    737749569726
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose
  2. Pass79,218 miles (+568)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    79,218 miles
    Test number
    197520996617
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass78,650 miles (+731)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    78,650 miles
    Test number
    792631079169
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion
  4. Pass77,919 miles (+828)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    77,919 miles
    Test number
    788350697719
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear sub-frame damage
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion
  5. Pass77,091 miles (+1,103)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,091 miles
    Test number
    938229758814
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened bent upwards (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear lower wheel arches corroding
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious under body corrosion
  6. Pass75,988 miles (-2,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,988 miles
    Test number
    992788544846
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass78,117 miles (+4,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    78,117 miles
    Test number
    833050256675
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  8. Pass74,021 miles (+1,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    74,021 miles
    Test number
    522512250514
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass72,267 miles (+2,256)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,267 miles
    Test number
    320601034777
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front -rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass70,011 miles (+2,127)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,011 miles
    Test number
    487090056250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,884 miles (+1,928)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,884 miles
    Test number
    156544610121
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  12. Pass65,956 miles (+2,538)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,956 miles
    Test number
    366949985179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,418 miles (+2,885)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,418 miles
    Test number
    915111594134
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  14. Pass60,533 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    60,533 miles
    Test number
    998233693174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Fail60,528 miles (+2,819)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,528 miles
    Test number
    286930493143
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass57,709 miles (+3,297)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,709 miles
    Test number
    546257082186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,412 miles (+3,446)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,412 miles
    Test number
    909938481186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,966 miles (+3,643)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,966 miles
    Test number
    300354910476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,323 miles (+4,674)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    47,323 miles
    Test number
    271764299421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,649 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    42,649 miles
    Test number
    733841098160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,567 miles (+4,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    38,567 miles
    Test number
    401194707252
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  22. Pass34,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,548 miles
    Test number
    674849496199
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T7 AHL

Does T7 AHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T7 AHL is valid until 11 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T7 AHL?
The MOT on T7 AHL is valid until 11 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T7 AHL done?
T7 AHL was recorded at 79,731 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 2,262 miles a year.
Has T7 AHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 AHL has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2013.
Has the mileage on T7 AHL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jul 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T7 AHL find?
T7 AHL passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front tyre obviously under inflated; nearside rear tyre obviously under inflated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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