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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

T8 BLMMOT history

T8 BLM is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 7 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 57,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
57,096 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 BLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 BLM was last recorded at 57,096 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,945 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
151 miles
Average per year
2,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,096 miles
  • 2025 – 53,566 miles
  • 2024 – 52,719 miles
  • 2022 – 50,485 miles
  • 2020 – 50,479 miles
  • 2019 – 49,939 miles
  • 2018 – 49,435 miles
  • 2017 – 47,122 miles
  • 2016 – 45,867 miles
  • 2015 – 41,026 miles
  • 2014 – 36,953 miles
  • 2013 – 31,327 miles
  • 2012 – 26,181 miles
  • 2011 – 24,581 miles
  • 2009 – 14,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,096 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,096 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    57,096 miles
    Test number
    402173293740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail56,945 miles (+3,379)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,945 miles
    Test number
    386114760145
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened VENTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass53,566 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    53,566 miles
    Test number
    159133531025
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail53,564 miles (+845)3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,564 miles
    Test number
    799559629801
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Under trays and covers preventing full inspection (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Under trays and covers preventing full inspection (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Under trays and covers preventing full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension arms, under trays and covers preventing full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass52,719 miles (+2)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    52,719 miles
    Test number
    153554099368
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened covers prevent full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened covers prevent full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail52,717 miles (+2,232)1 dangerous1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,717 miles
    Test number
    207226000920
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened covers prevent full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened covers prevent full inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass50,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    50,485 miles
    Test number
    679814885664
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail50,485 miles (+6)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,485 miles
    Test number
    177317592347
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass50,479 miles (+540)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,479 miles
    Test number
    268562062261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,939 miles (+504)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,939 miles
    Test number
    620778156406
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield insecure

  11. Pass49,435 miles (+2,313)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,435 miles
    Test number
    914065629978
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass47,122 miles (+1,255)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,122 miles
    Test number
    960255011980
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  13. Pass45,867 miles (+4,841)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    45,867 miles
    Test number
    383943512178
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass41,026 miles (+4,073)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,026 miles
    Test number
    267322135151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,953 miles (+5,626)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,953 miles
    Test number
    427443664105
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket corroded

  16. Pass31,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,327 miles
    Test number
    445336233162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail31,327 miles (+5,146)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,327 miles
    Test number
    729103433185
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  18. Pass26,181 miles (+1,600)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,181 miles
    Test number
    748341552199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,581 miles (+9,763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,581 miles
    Test number
    609498211170
    • 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)

  20. Pass14,818 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    14,818 miles
    Test number
    551344449324
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread split

Questions about T8 BLM

Does T8 BLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 BLM is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 BLM?
The MOT on T8 BLM is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 BLM done?
T8 BLM was recorded at 57,096 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 2,557 miles a year.
Has T8 BLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 BLM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 BLM 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 T8 BLM find?
T8 BLM passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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