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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

TEP 4MOT history

TEP 4 is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 10 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 88,651 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
88,651 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TEP 4
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

TEP 4 was last recorded at 88,651 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 3,663 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,988 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,663 miles
Average per year
3,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,651 miles
  • 2024 – 84,988 miles
  • 2023 – 80,903 miles
  • 2022 – 75,604 miles
  • 2021 – 69,808 miles
  • 2020 – 67,473 miles
  • 2019 – 65,017 miles
  • 2018 – 60,955 miles
  • 2017 – 56,927 miles
  • 2016 – 53,492 miles
  • 2015 – 49,528 miles
  • 2014 – 44,888 miles
  • 2013 – 41,087 miles
  • 2012 – 36,535 miles
  • 2011 – 31,564 miles
  • 2010 – 28,967 miles
  • 2009 – 25,468 miles
  • 2008 – 22,420 miles
  • 2007 – 19,560 miles
  • 2006 – 15,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,651 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,651 miles (+3,663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    88,651 miles
    Test number
    835845320910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass84,988 miles (+4,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    84,988 miles
    Test number
    806333288089
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass80,903 miles (+5,299)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    80,903 miles
    Test number
    988380127570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,604 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,604 miles
    Test number
    748243018757
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail75,583 miles (+5,775)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,583 miles
    Test number
    536700617199
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass69,808 miles (+2,335)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    69,808 miles
    Test number
    283001003290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,473 miles (+2,456)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,473 miles
    Test number
    568468633524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,017 miles (+4,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,017 miles
    Test number
    837947167042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,955 miles (+4,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    60,955 miles
    Test number
    922376005451
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass56,927 miles (+3,435)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    56,927 miles
    Test number
    361817492133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,492 miles (+3,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    53,492 miles
    Test number
    132776855842
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass49,528 miles (+4,640)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,528 miles
    Test number
    155557265416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,888 miles (+3,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    44,888 miles
    Test number
    525811804307
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass41,087 miles (+4,552)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,087 miles
    Test number
    516712003331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,535 miles (+4,971)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    36,535 miles
    Test number
    237501122328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass31,564 miles (+2,597)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    31,564 miles
    Test number
    549873111379
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront bumper n/s accident damage
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/S front fog lamp insecure

  17. Pass28,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    28,967 miles
    Test number
    471209910339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,962 miles (+3,494)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,962 miles
    Test number
    660789510372
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

  19. Pass25,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,468 miles
    Test number
    880939129317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,463 miles (+3,043)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,463 miles
    Test number
    141509129352
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass22,420 miles (+2,860)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,420 miles
    Test number
    403469718323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    19,560 miles
    Test number
    424808937373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,557 miles (+3,759)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,557 miles
    Test number
    303178237314
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass15,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    15,798 miles
    Test number
    404990046411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about TEP 4

What vehicle is registration TEP 4 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TEP 4 on a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 10 Dec 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TEP 4 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TEP 4 is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on TEP 4?
The MOT on TEP 4 is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TEP 4 done?
TEP 4 was recorded at 88,651 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 3,855 miles a year.
Has TEP 4 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TEP 4 has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on TEP 4 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 TEP 4 find?
TEP 4 passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded.

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