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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,151 cc

T983 TBRMOT history

T983 TBR is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 101,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2026
Mileage
101,486 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T983 TBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T983 TBR was last recorded at 101,486 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,222 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
264 miles
Average per year
1,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,486 miles
  • 2025 – 101,222 miles
  • 2018 – 99,759 miles
  • 2017 – 97,561 miles
  • 2016 – 94,832 miles
  • 2015 – 92,583 miles
  • 2014 – 89,811 miles
  • 2013 – 86,440 miles
  • 2012 – 83,770 miles
  • 2011 – 81,833 miles
  • 2010 – 77,931 miles
  • 2009 – 75,190 miles
  • 2008 – 71,597 miles
  • 2007 – 69,597 miles
  • 2006 – 64,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,486 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,486 miles (+264)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,486 miles
    Test number
    655485542183
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass101,222 miles (+1,463)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    101,222 miles
    Test number
    192186775620
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass99,759 miles (+2,198)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    99,759 miles
    Test number
    496473278314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Pass97,561 miles (+2,729)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,561 miles
    Test number
    262937070422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,832 miles (+2,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    94,832 miles
    Test number
    121541054238
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres starting to wear

  6. Pass92,583 miles (+2,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,583 miles
    Test number
    517935865043
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass89,811 miles (+3,371)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    89,811 miles
    Test number
    159933284008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Fail86,440 miles3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,440 miles
    Test number
    675689273030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass86,440 miles (+2,670)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    86,440 miles
    Test number
    957589573044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass83,770 miles (+1,937)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    83,770 miles
    Test number
    968895872080
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass81,833 miles (+3,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,833 miles
    Test number
    928210581033
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass77,931 miles (+2,741)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    77,931 miles
    Test number
    830130560033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,190 miles (+3,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    75,190 miles
    Test number
    713914459010
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass71,597 miles (+2,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    71,597 miles
    Test number
    141918668073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass69,597 miles (+5,506)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    69,597 miles
    Test number
    751381687017
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass64,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    64,091 miles
    Test number
    721529466079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T983 TBR

Does T983 TBR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T983 TBR expired on 26 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T983 TBR?
The MOT on T983 TBR expired on 26 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T983 TBR done?
T983 TBR was recorded at 101,486 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 1,873 miles a year.
Has T983 TBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T983 TBR has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T983 TBR 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 T983 TBR find?
T983 TBR failed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 3 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point; offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point; offside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill and jacking point, and 5 more.

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