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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,155 cc

T896 VAVMOT history

T896 VAV is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2025
Mileage
127,292 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T896 VAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,155 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T896 VAV was last recorded at 127,292 miles on 7 Nov 2024, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,271 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
3,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 127,292 miles
  • 2023 – 123,522 miles
  • 2021 – 122,680 miles
  • 2020 – 121,450 miles
  • 2019 – 119,202 miles
  • 2018 – 116,072 miles
  • 2017 – 111,202 miles
  • 2016 – 107,010 miles
  • 2015 – 104,472 miles
  • 2014 – 97,251 miles
  • 2013 – 95,726 miles
  • 2012 – 94,374 miles
  • 2011 – 93,619 miles
  • 2010 – 92,173 miles
  • 2009 – 89,247 miles
  • 2007 – 79,401 miles
  • 2006 – 67,246 miles
  • 2005 – 55,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,292 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted not allowing full inspectionRecorded 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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,292 miles (+21)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    127,292 miles
    Test number
    141378294067
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  2. Fail127,271 miles (+3,749)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,271 miles
    Test number
    757818152006
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill under sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  3. Pass123,522 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    123,522 miles
    Test number
    828339139781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,680 miles (+1,230)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    122,680 miles
    Test number
    126801307011
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass121,450 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    121,450 miles
    Test number
    444921960300
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail121,450 miles (+2,248)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,450 miles
    Test number
    710444742650
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass119,202 miles (+3,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    119,202 miles
    Test number
    822312774927
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,072 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    116,072 miles
    Test number
    871763124203
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail116,072 miles (+4,870)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,072 miles
    Test number
    276654582641
    • DangerousOffside Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass111,202 miles (+4,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    111,202 miles
    Test number
    337028787241
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass107,010 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    107,010 miles
    Test number
    198255942081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail107,010 miles (+2,538)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,010 miles
    Test number
    445094819778
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass104,472 miles (+7,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    104,472 miles
    Test number
    502119831860
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass97,251 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    97,251 miles
    Test number
    487752764226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail97,251 miles (+1,525)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,251 miles
    Test number
    375750464409
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass95,726 miles (+1,352)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    95,726 miles
    Test number
    765619153292
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn onouter edge

  17. Pass94,374 miles (+755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,374 miles
    Test number
    208053752103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass93,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    93,619 miles
    Test number
    738746021152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,619 miles (+1,446)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,619 miles
    Test number
    988536521133
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass92,173 miles (+2,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    92,173 miles
    Test number
    610462780064
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass89,247 miles (+9,846)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    89,247 miles
    Test number
    352845039070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass79,401 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    79,401 miles
    Test number
    293114667212
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail79,401 miles (+12,155)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,401 miles
    Test number
    421294367200
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass67,246 miles (+11,382)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    67,246 miles
    Test number
    201819066243
    • NoteFront tyres 1.6mm (min req tread depth)

  25. Pass55,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    55,864 miles
    Test number
    314271075440
    • 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)

Questions about T896 VAV

Does T896 VAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T896 VAV expired on 6 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T896 VAV?
The MOT on T896 VAV expired on 6 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T896 VAV done?
T896 VAV was recorded at 127,292 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2024, an average of 3,738 miles a year.
Has T896 VAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T896 VAV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T896 VAV 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 T896 VAV find?
T896 VAV passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection.

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