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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,497 cc

T97 EAFMOT history

T97 EAF is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 140,060 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
140,060 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T97 EAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T97 EAF was last recorded at 140,060 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,026 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
3,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,060 miles
  • 2024 – 140,026 miles
  • 2023 – 135,636 miles
  • 2022 – 135,593 miles
  • 2021 – 134,880 miles
  • 2019 – 131,976 miles
  • 2018 – 130,322 miles
  • 2017 – 128,587 miles
  • 2013 – 126,121 miles
  • 2012 – 117,101 miles
  • 2011 – 104,655 miles
  • 2010 – 97,191 miles
  • 2009 – 87,653 miles
  • 2008 – 79,325 miles
  • 2007 – 72,372 miles
  • 2006 – 67,070 miles
  • 2005 – 64,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,060 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion to sills
  • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,060 miles (+34)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    140,060 miles
    Test number
    168683094476
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to sills
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  2. Fail140,026 miles (+4,390)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,026 miles
    Test number
    701413359595
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Body mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All slightly cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,636 miles (+43)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    135,636 miles
    Test number
    500497138283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nsf/osf (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nsr/osr (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded nsr/osr (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nsr/osr (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear underfloor covered in waxoil

  4. Pass135,593 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    135,593 miles
    Test number
    168481438212
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lengthwise (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion of boot floor

  5. Fail135,587 miles (+707)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,587 miles
    Test number
    374243200045
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material lengthwise (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion of boot floor

  6. Pass134,880 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    134,880 miles
    Test number
    597831132382
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake operation slightly slower than o/s/r
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion of boot floor, rear sills/steps ,o/s/f sill, inner and rear wheel arches
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration of n/s headlamp pattern

  7. Fail134,880 miles (+2,904)1 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,880 miles
    Test number
    464478049426
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake operation slightly slower than o/s/r
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion of boot floor, rear sills/steps ,o/s/f sill, inner and rear wheel arches
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration of n/s headlamp pattern

  8. Pass131,976 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    131,976 miles
    Test number
    258961194506
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail131,970 miles (+1,648)2 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,970 miles
    Test number
    891150157041
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass130,322 miles (+1)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    130,322 miles
    Test number
    657518977225
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch liner insecure/damaged- attention required
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail130,321 miles (+1,734)4 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,321 miles
    Test number
    506416388911
    • MajorFront Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury No.plate surround sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury Bumper sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel arch liner insecure/damaged- attention required
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass128,587 miles (+44)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    128,587 miles
    Test number
    847813484968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded but ok

  13. Fail128,543 miles (+2,422)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,543 miles
    Test number
    265989355367
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms corroded but ok

  14. Pass126,121 miles (+9,020)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    126,121 miles
    Test number
    839861073294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  15. Pass117,101 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    117,101 miles
    Test number
    805869872249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail116,600 miles (+11,945)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,600 miles
    Test number
    465843172248
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass104,655 miles (+7,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    104,655 miles
    Test number
    216884171213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail97,191 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,191 miles
    Test number
    153704770273
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass97,191 miles (+9,538)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    97,191 miles
    Test number
    374304070455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass87,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    87,653 miles
    Test number
    741504179215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail87,653 miles (+8,328)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,653 miles
    Test number
    361274479405
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass79,325 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    79,325 miles
    Test number
    684017078216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail79,217 miles (+6,845)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,217 miles
    Test number
    343410978407
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass72,372 miles (+5,302)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    72,372 miles
    Test number
    602535877230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,070 miles (+2,312)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    67,070 miles
    Test number
    690418846251
    • Note25% brake imbalance at front

  26. Pass64,758 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    64,758 miles
    Test number
    892542875200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T97 EAF

Does T97 EAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T97 EAF is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T97 EAF?
The MOT on T97 EAF is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T97 EAF done?
T97 EAF was recorded at 140,060 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 3,618 miles a year.
Has T97 EAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T97 EAF has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T97 EAF 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 T97 EAF find?
T97 EAF passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all undersealed; nearside front outer anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; slight corrosion to sills, and 1 more.

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