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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T872 RTOMOT history

T872 RTO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 11 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 32,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2026
Mileage
32,928 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T872 RTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2026
Latest MOT test
12 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T872 RTO was last recorded at 32,928 miles on 12 May 2025, 2,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,998 miles · 20 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,930 miles
Average per year
1,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 32,928 miles
  • 2024 – 29,998 miles
  • 2023 – 27,450 miles
  • 2022 – 24,646 miles
  • 2021 – 20,607 miles
  • 2020 – 17,720 miles
  • 2019 – 14,122 miles
  • 2014 – 14,051 miles
  • 2013 – 14,026 miles
  • 2011 – 13,420 miles
  • 2010 – 12,657 miles
  • 2009 – 11,762 miles
  • 2008 – 10,886 miles
  • 2007 – 9,889 miles
  • 2006 – 8,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,928 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass32,928 miles (+2,930)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    32,928 miles
    Test number
    156350328155
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass29,998 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    29,998 miles
    Test number
    719895452228
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail29,998 miles (+2,548)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,998 miles
    Test number
    295194251626
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass27,450 miles (+2,804)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    27,450 miles
    Test number
    450704477608
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass24,646 miles (+4,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    24,646 miles
    Test number
    439248595616
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass20,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    20,607 miles
    Test number
    483649789486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail20,607 miles (+2,887)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,607 miles
    Test number
    978643744493
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass17,720 miles (+3,598)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    17,720 miles
    Test number
    952481506613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass14,122 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    14,122 miles
    Test number
    851197001341
    • AdvisoryArches corrosion
    • AdvisorySpare fitted to o.s.f

  10. Pass14,051 miles (+25)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    14,051 miles
    Test number
    497155914122
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  11. Pass14,026 miles (+606)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    14,026 miles
    Test number
    339523943027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass13,420 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    13,420 miles
    Test number
    579044141140
    • NoteLight corrosion to front wings
    • NoteLight damage to rear bumper

  13. Fail13,408 miles (+751)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,408 miles
    Test number
    715914441147
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteLight corrosion to front wings
    • NoteLight damage to rear bumper

  14. Pass12,657 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    12,657 miles
    Test number
    964876040123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,762 miles (+876)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    11,762 miles
    Test number
    410727749197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass10,886 miles (+997)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    10,886 miles
    Test number
    634033648177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass9,889 miles (+966)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    9,889 miles
    Test number
    854853347106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    8,923 miles
    Test number
    593074846172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T872 RTO

Does T872 RTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T872 RTO expired on 19 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T872 RTO?
The MOT on T872 RTO expired on 19 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T872 RTO done?
T872 RTO was recorded at 32,928 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2025, an average of 1,266 miles a year.
Has T872 RTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T872 RTO has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T872 RTO 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 T872 RTO find?
T872 RTO passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2025 with 2 advisories: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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