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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T853 BTRMOT history

T853 BTR is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 132,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2026
Mileage
132,083 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T853 BTR
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
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T853 BTR was last recorded at 132,083 miles on 1 Feb 2025, 2,123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,960 miles · 24 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,123 miles
Average per year
2,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,083 miles
  • 2024 – 129,960 miles
  • 2023 – 129,143 miles
  • 2021 – 128,467 miles
  • 2019 – 128,300 miles
  • 2018 – 126,626 miles
  • 2017 – 125,434 miles
  • 2016 – 123,520 miles
  • 2015 – 121,205 miles
  • 2014 – 117,935 miles
  • 2013 – 115,453 miles
  • 2012 – 111,854 miles
  • 2011 – 106,818 miles
  • 2010 – 102,300 miles
  • 2009 – 96,876 miles
  • 2008 – 90,677 miles
  • 2007 – 86,267 miles
  • 2006 – 81,164 miles
  • 2005 – 74,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,083 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryUnder body rustRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • All suspension bushes worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Steering idler unit slighlt play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,083 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    132,083 miles
    Test number
    432066523713
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder body rust

  2. Fail132,083 miles (+2,123)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,083 miles
    Test number
    837137299931
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder body rust

  3. Pass129,960 miles (+817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    129,960 miles
    Test number
    771981386952
    • AdvisoryUnder body rust

  4. Pass129,143 miles (+676)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    129,143 miles
    Test number
    614499289994
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sill rusty
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rusty

  5. Fail128,467 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,467 miles
    Test number
    801395643755
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high hydro carbon too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

  6. Pass128,467 miles (+167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    128,467 miles
    Test number
    116065699988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass128,300 miles (+1,674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,300 miles
    Test number
    313712260515
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under-body has surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass126,626 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    126,626 miles
    Test number
    508550344664
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes worn

  9. Fail126,626 miles (+1,192)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,626 miles
    Test number
    517460992214
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes worn

  10. Pass125,434 miles (+1,914)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    125,434 miles
    Test number
    919515497952
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass123,520 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,520 miles
    Test number
    647443981239
    • AdvisoryAll wheel arch inner and outer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe slighly corroded
    • AdvisorySteering idler unit slighlt play
    • AdvisoryUndertray fittted not allowing full inspection

  12. Fail123,520 miles (+2,315)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,520 miles
    Test number
    981494601761
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings X2 FLOOR (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering idler unit slighlt play

  13. Pass121,205 miles (+3,270)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    121,205 miles
    Test number
    859639667069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,935 miles (+2,482)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    117,935 miles
    Test number
    125933304312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass115,453 miles (+3,599)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    115,453 miles
    Test number
    535679003376
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass111,854 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    111,854 miles
    Test number
    657850442382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail111,854 miles (+5,036)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,854 miles
    Test number
    566460242375
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass106,818 miles (+4,518)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    106,818 miles
    Test number
    868586821314
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOffside/nearside rear arches have slight corrosion
    • NoteOffside/nearside rear suspension bushes slightly corroded

  19. Pass102,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    102,300 miles
    Test number
    404636510489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Fail102,300 miles (+5,424)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,300 miles
    Test number
    220035210331
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass96,876 miles (+6,199)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    96,876 miles
    Test number
    332394619396
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass90,677 miles (+4,410)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    90,677 miles
    Test number
    661993928399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front Idler arm slight play

  23. Pass86,267 miles (+5,103)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    86,267 miles
    Test number
    984270727396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass81,164 miles (+6,177)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    81,164 miles
    Test number
    853425636369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    74,987 miles
    Test number
    733960645399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T853 BTR

Does T853 BTR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T853 BTR expired on 6 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T853 BTR?
The MOT on T853 BTR expired on 6 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T853 BTR done?
T853 BTR was recorded at 132,083 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2025, an average of 2,980 miles a year.
Has T853 BTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T853 BTR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T853 BTR 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 T853 BTR find?
T853 BTR passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; under body rust.

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