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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

V26 RTPMOT history

V26 RTP is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 10 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 161,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2024.

V26 RTP black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2025
Mileage
161,359 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2024
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V26 RTP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
10 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V26 RTP was last recorded at 161,359 miles on 3 Oct 2024, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,340 miles · 18 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
9,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 161,359 miles
  • 2023 – 161,340 miles
  • 2022 – 152,772 miles
  • 2021 – 146,379 miles
  • 2019 – 135,513 miles
  • 2018 – 127,228 miles
  • 2017 – 120,531 miles
  • 2016 – 106,382 miles
  • 2015 – 87,102 miles
  • 2014 – 67,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,359 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroding
  • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outside edge

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.

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front tyre worn edges bald outer no cords/ply exposed at time

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

13 tests since 15 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,359 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    161,359 miles
    Test number
    262798830492
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outside edge

  2. Fail161,359 miles (+19)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,359 miles
    Test number
    122014143529
    • Repaired at testElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outside edge

  3. Pass161,340 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    161,340 miles
    Test number
    278786925301
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald outer edge surface cracking no cords/ply exposed at time advise replace
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre bald outer no cords/ply exposed at time
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door inner handle not working pull cable to open advise repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn edges bald outer no cords/ply exposed at time
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0n 1.6-2mm and worn inner advise replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp unit lens damaged been taped will require new
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes corroded /greased nearside and offside and going to front advise remove trims for inspection (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail161,336 miles (+8,564)2 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,336 miles
    Test number
    376294822522
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting fractured subframe (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear tyre bald outer edge no cords/ply exposed at time
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald outer edge surface cracking advise replace no cords/ply exposed at time
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn edges bald outer no cords/ply exposed at time
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6-2mm advise replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6-2mm advise replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp unit lens damaged and taped advise replace
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside corroded , pipes front to rear covered by under tray advise remove and inspect replace as required (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass152,772 miles (+6,393)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    152,772 miles
    Test number
    754941416597
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear and both nearside and offside rear , all appear heavily corroded but we are unable to gain access to check Mot minimum requirements fully , advise further inspection . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass146,379 miles (+10,866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    146,379 miles
    Test number
    209124409056
    • 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))

  7. Pass135,513 miles (+8,285)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    135,513 miles
    Test number
    756437255798
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge no cords/ply exposed at time advise replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge no cords/ply exposed at time advise replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted advise remove and repair as required (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass127,228 miles (+6,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,228 miles
    Test number
    573257168895
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  9. Pass120,531 miles (+14,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    120,531 miles
    Test number
    877303379883
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass106,382 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,382 miles
    Test number
    216417701953
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre bald on secondary outer tread

  11. Fail106,382 miles (+19,280)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,382 miles
    Test number
    417460663153
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre bald on secondary outer tread

  12. Pass87,102 miles (+19,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,102 miles
    Test number
    258482925212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass67,435 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    67,435 miles
    Test number
    476737124256
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about V26 RTP

Does V26 RTP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V26 RTP expired on 2 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V26 RTP?
The MOT on V26 RTP expired on 2 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V26 RTP done?
V26 RTP was recorded at 161,359 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2024, an average of 9,267 miles a year.
Has V26 RTP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V26 RTP has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on V26 RTP 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 V26 RTP find?
V26 RTP passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2024 with 2 advisories: front brake pipes corroding; front tyres wearing on outside edge.

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