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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T985 VNOMOT history

T985 VNO is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 81,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2026
Mileage
81,683 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,610 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T985 VNO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T985 VNO was last recorded at 81,683 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 4,576 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,107 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4,576 miles
Average per year
2,610 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,683 miles
  • 2024 – 77,107 miles
  • 2023 – 72,980 miles
  • 2022 – 67,727 miles
  • 2019 – 66,611 miles
  • 2018 – 63,596 miles
  • 2017 – 61,060 miles
  • 2016 – 57,976 miles
  • 2015 – 56,112 miles
  • 2014 – 53,825 miles
  • 2013 – 51,532 miles
  • 2012 – 49,292 miles
  • 2011 – 46,193 miles
  • 2010 – 42,644 miles
  • 2009 – 39,520 miles
  • 2008 – 36,325 miles
  • 2007 – 34,477 miles
  • 2006 – 30,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,683 miles
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (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.

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,683 miles (+4,576)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    81,683 miles
    Test number
    927395311655
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass77,107 miles (+4,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    77,107 miles
    Test number
    951881834553
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass72,980 miles (+5,253)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    72,980 miles
    Test number
    606103324087
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt BOTH SIDES (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass67,727 miles (+1,116)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,727 miles
    Test number
    826926837928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,611 miles (+3,015)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,611 miles
    Test number
    698221276650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,596 miles
    Test number
    905491089975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail63,596 miles (+2,536)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,596 miles
    Test number
    879874396380
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  8. Pass61,060 miles (+3,084)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    61,060 miles
    Test number
    648563299293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,976 miles (+1,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,976 miles
    Test number
    630599481164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass56,112 miles (+2,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,112 miles
    Test number
    989146925102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass53,825 miles (+2,293)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,825 miles
    Test number
    287490134479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,532 miles (+2,240)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    51,532 miles
    Test number
    386001833152
    • NoteBoth front tyres slight wearing from sides

  13. Fail49,292 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,292 miles
    Test number
    135926822123
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass49,292 miles (+3,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,292 miles
    Test number
    936636422153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass46,193 miles (+3,549)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,193 miles
    Test number
    865560431194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,644 miles (+3,124)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    42,644 miles
    Test number
    260422270090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,520 miles (+3,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,520 miles
    Test number
    481651169034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail36,325 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,325 miles
    Test number
    601677768053
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass36,325 miles (+1,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,325 miles
    Test number
    862657468004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass34,477 miles (+3,956)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    34,477 miles
    Test number
    444742257032
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Fail30,521 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,521 miles
    Test number
    343797646083
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

  22. Pass30,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    30,521 miles
    Test number
    570667946046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T985 VNO

Does T985 VNO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T985 VNO expired on 23 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T985 VNO?
The MOT on T985 VNO expired on 23 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T985 VNO done?
T985 VNO was recorded at 81,683 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 2,610 miles a year.
Has T985 VNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T985 VNO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2018.
Has the mileage on T985 VNO 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 T985 VNO find?
T985 VNO passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect: track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both.

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