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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

V18 VEKMOT history

V18 VEK is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 104,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

V18 VEK silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
104,232 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 VEK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
27 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 VEK was last recorded at 104,232 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,212 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
7,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,232 miles
  • 2025 – 98,891 miles
  • 2024 – 90,327 miles
  • 2023 – 82,476 miles
  • 2022 – 74,108 miles
  • 2021 – 66,391 miles
  • 2020 – 61,186 miles
  • 2019 – 50,972 miles
  • 2018 – 45,556 miles
  • 2017 – 37,508 miles
  • 2016 – 30,556 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,232 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view X2 stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen has stone chips

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,232 miles (+20)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    104,232 miles
    Test number
    458434705547
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view X2 stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail104,212 miles (+5,321)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,212 miles
    Test number
    295748897342
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front one of the two (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view X2 stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass98,891 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    98,891 miles
    Test number
    419609804238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail98,891 miles (+8,564)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,891 miles
    Test number
    673178202219
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass90,327 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    90,327 miles
    Test number
    335020435117
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail90,327 miles (+7,851)2 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,327 miles
    Test number
    325060462714
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass82,476 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    82,476 miles
    Test number
    897941926966
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail82,476 miles (+8,368)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,476 miles
    Test number
    714109907404
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,108 miles (+7,717)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    74,108 miles
    Test number
    983822122032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S/ DOOR MIRROR CRACKED

  10. Pass66,391 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    66,391 miles
    Test number
    568417075575
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail66,391 miles (+5,205)2 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,391 miles
    Test number
    353239885990
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass61,186 miles (+49)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    61,186 miles
    Test number
    586623072090
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has stone chips

  13. Fail61,137 miles (+10,165)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,137 miles
    Test number
    522191692773
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has stone chips

  14. Pass50,972 miles (+5,416)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    50,972 miles
    Test number
    391552192661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,556 miles (+8,048)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    45,556 miles
    Test number
    905434090424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,508 miles (+6,952)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    37,508 miles
    Test number
    353906864929
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass30,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    30,556 miles
    Test number
    164688243873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V18 VEK

Does V18 VEK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 VEK is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 VEK?
The MOT on V18 VEK is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 VEK done?
V18 VEK was recorded at 104,232 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 7,357 miles a year.
Has V18 VEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 VEK has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V18 VEK 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 V18 VEK find?
V18 VEK passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x2 stone chips; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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