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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,397 cc

T979 HFCMOT history

T979 HFC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 127,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2025
Mileage
127,405 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T979 HFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T979 HFC was last recorded at 127,405 miles on 21 Mar 2024, 1,507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Apr 2022: 24,441 miles, lower than 124,374 miles on 31 Mar 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
125,898 miles · 4 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
1,507 miles
Average per year
2,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 127,405 miles
  • 2023 – 125,898 miles
  • 2022 – 24,441 miles
  • 2021 – 122,800 miles
  • 2020 – 120,595 miles
  • 2019 – 119,597 miles
  • 2018 – 117,916 miles
  • 2017 – 116,102 miles
  • 2016 – 113,916 miles
  • 2015 – 111,941 miles
  • 2014 – 109,161 miles
  • 2013 – 105,725 miles
  • 2012 – 102,341 miles
  • 2011 – 99,135 miles
  • 2010 – 96,187 miles
  • 2009 – 93,334 miles
  • 2008 – 89,858 miles
  • 2007 – 86,339 miles
  • 2006 – 83,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,405 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,405 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    127,405 miles
    Test number
    436916897779
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail127,405 miles (+1,507)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,405 miles
    Test number
    829182775854
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,898 miles (+101,457)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    125,898 miles
    Test number
    462417735061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass24,441 miles (-99,933)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    24,441 miles
    Test number
    922876421595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail124,374 miles (+1,574)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,374 miles
    Test number
    617003074790
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor seat mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass122,800 miles (+2,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    122,800 miles
    Test number
    219887235788
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface rust all over

  7. Pass120,595 miles (+998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    120,595 miles
    Test number
    366940158693
    • AdvisorySurface rusty
    • AdvisoryUnderneath brake pipes corroded

  8. Pass119,597 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    119,597 miles
    Test number
    459759905573
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail119,594 miles (+1,678)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,594 miles
    Test number
    681066212651
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering osf suspension turret (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan under drivers seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass117,916 miles (+1,814)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,916 miles
    Test number
    171040708099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  11. Pass116,102 miles (+2,186)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,102 miles
    Test number
    931718090321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,916 miles (+1,975)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    113,916 miles
    Test number
    847007393117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass111,941 miles (+2,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    111,941 miles
    Test number
    495138735159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass109,161 miles (+3,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    109,161 miles
    Test number
    827485834128
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass105,725 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    105,725 miles
    Test number
    305685433104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,341 miles (+3,206)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    102,341 miles
    Test number
    225697832419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass99,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    99,135 miles
    Test number
    108827731197
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail99,135 miles (+2,948)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,135 miles
    Test number
    218807131173
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass96,187 miles (+2,853)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    96,187 miles
    Test number
    654909430165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass93,334 miles (+3,476)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    93,334 miles
    Test number
    811198539186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,858 miles (+3,519)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    89,858 miles
    Test number
    200027138137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass86,339 miles (+2,516)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    86,339 miles
    Test number
    752357437126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass83,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    83,823 miles
    Test number
    391197436171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T979 HFC

Does T979 HFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T979 HFC expired on 10 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T979 HFC?
The MOT on T979 HFC expired on 10 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T979 HFC done?
T979 HFC was recorded at 127,405 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2024, an average of 2,442 miles a year.
Has T979 HFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T979 HFC has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T979 HFC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Apr 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T979 HFC find?
T979 HFC passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2024 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; front wheel bearing has slight play both sides; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor, and 2 more.

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