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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,397 cc

T996 BTRMOT history

T996 BTR is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2023
Mileage
99,370 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2022
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T996 BTR
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
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T996 BTR was last recorded at 99,370 miles on 7 Nov 2022, 1,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,298 miles · 3 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,072 miles
Average per year
2,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,370 miles
  • 2021 – 98,298 miles
  • 2020 – 96,152 miles
  • 2019 – 95,020 miles
  • 2018 – 93,182 miles
  • 2017 – 90,545 miles
  • 2016 – 88,579 miles
  • 2015 – 86,282 miles
  • 2014 – 83,801 miles
  • 2013 – 81,083 miles
  • 2012 – 77,920 miles
  • 2011 – 72,758 miles
  • 2010 – 70,006 miles
  • 2009 – 67,604 miles
  • 2008 – 63,293 miles
  • 2007 – 58,567 miles
  • 2006 – 53,402 miles
  • 2005 – 48,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,370 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,370 miles (+1,072)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,370 miles
    Test number
    216804451072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass98,298 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,298 miles
    Test number
    862588521973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail98,298 miles (+2,146)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,298 miles
    Test number
    318198996952
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,152 miles (+1,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,152 miles
    Test number
    455881400399
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass95,020 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,020 miles
    Test number
    229470302225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail95,000 miles (+1,818)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,000 miles
    Test number
    203978310777
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass93,182 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    93,182 miles
    Test number
    825350759712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,181 miles (+2,636)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,181 miles
    Test number
    476175343600
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass90,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    90,545 miles
    Test number
    341074276839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,545 miles (+1,966)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,545 miles
    Test number
    783924650343
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported exhaust bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Pass88,579 miles (+2,297)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,579 miles
    Test number
    524243623164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,282 miles (+2,481)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,282 miles
    Test number
    953512147713
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass83,801 miles (+2,718)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    83,801 miles
    Test number
    346116984446
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Pass81,083 miles (+3,163)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,083 miles
    Test number
    976308773277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,920 miles (+5,162)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,920 miles
    Test number
    647262482229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,758 miles (+2,752)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,758 miles
    Test number
    616560401346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,006 miles (+2,402)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    70,006 miles
    Test number
    674104280284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    67,604 miles
    Test number
    550711309362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail67,604 miles (+4,311)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,604 miles
    Test number
    512841109348
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBrake pipes pitted
    • NoteOffside rear coil spring rusty

  20. Pass63,293 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    63,293 miles
    Test number
    822506998207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    58,567 miles
    Test number
    624523307389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,560 miles (+5,158)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,560 miles
    Test number
    461143807374
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass53,402 miles (+4,610)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    53,402 miles
    Test number
    671964006364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    48,792 miles
    Test number
    373692305332
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T996 BTR

Does T996 BTR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T996 BTR expired on 6 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T996 BTR?
The MOT on T996 BTR expired on 6 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T996 BTR done?
T996 BTR was recorded at 99,370 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2022, an average of 2,971 miles a year.
Has T996 BTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T996 BTR has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T996 BTR 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 T996 BTR find?
T996 BTR passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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