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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

T88 MSGMOT history

T88 MSG is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 198,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
198,260 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 MSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 MSG was last recorded at 198,260 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 17,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,000 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
17,260 miles
Average per year
10,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,260 miles
  • 2025 – 181,000 miles
  • 2024 – 166,468 miles
  • 2023 – 151,872 miles
  • 2022 – 141,874 miles
  • 2019 – 116,092 miles
  • 2018 – 114,003 miles
  • 2017 – 112,936 miles
  • 2016 – 105,988 miles
  • 2014 – 98,873 miles
  • 2013 – 67,855 miles
  • 2011 – 53,376 miles
  • 2010 – 38,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,260 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,260 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    198,260 miles
    Test number
    662338255875
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Fail198,255 miles (+17,255)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,255 miles
    Test number
    782028938320
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass181,000 miles (+14,532)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    181,000 miles
    Test number
    403298222734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass166,468 miles (+14,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    166,468 miles
    Test number
    322790205943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass151,872 miles (+9,998)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    151,872 miles
    Test number
    766671892200
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass141,874 miles (+25,782)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    141,874 miles
    Test number
    872151974648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass116,092 miles (+2,089)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    116,092 miles
    Test number
    716645778148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass114,003 miles (+1,067)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    114,003 miles
    Test number
    430629033327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass112,936 miles (+6,948)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    112,936 miles
    Test number
    890841579137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,988 miles (+7,115)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    105,988 miles
    Test number
    170774022198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,873 miles (+13,949)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    98,873 miles
    Test number
    358534054344
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlastic sill trim covers fitted.
    • NoteRear tyre treads wearing low
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass84,924 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,924 miles
    Test number
    135669904065
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp lense cracked, but works ok.

  13. Fail84,924 miles (+17,069)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,924 miles
    Test number
    687869704041
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f fog lamp lense cracked, but works ok.

  14. Fail67,855 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,855 miles
    Test number
    119615403000
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass67,855 miles (+14,479)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,855 miles
    Test number
    826425903003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,376 miles
    Test number
    717803451316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,376 miles (+15,178)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,376 miles
    Test number
    775663251354
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass38,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,198 miles
    Test number
    733092260345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T88 MSG

Does T88 MSG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T88 MSG is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T88 MSG?
The MOT on T88 MSG is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T88 MSG done?
T88 MSG was recorded at 198,260 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 10,296 miles a year.
Has T88 MSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 MSG has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T88 MSG 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 T88 MSG find?
T88 MSG passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; engine covers fitted, and 1 more.

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