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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,987 cc

V28 ROMMOT history

V28 ROM is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 13 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 57,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

V28 ROM black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
57,262 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V28 ROM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V28 ROM was last recorded at 57,262 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 3,697 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,565 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,697 miles
Average per year
2,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,262 miles
  • 2025 – 53,565 miles
  • 2024 – 51,839 miles
  • 2023 – 50,037 miles
  • 2022 – 48,779 miles
  • 2021 – 47,225 miles
  • 2020 – 45,004 miles
  • 2019 – 42,253 miles
  • 2018 – 36,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,262 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trims covering suspension arms not allowing comp inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEng covers and undertrays fitted at time of test covering testable items
  • AdvisoryParking brake just meeting limits

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear suspension arms covered by plastic trims

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Undertrays fitted at time of test covering testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 28 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,262 miles (+3,697)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    57,262 miles
    Test number
    947303459293
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trims covering suspension arms not allowing comp inspection (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEng covers and undertrays fitted at time of test covering testable items
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meeting limits

  2. Pass53,565 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    53,565 miles
    Test number
    806377138805
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms covered by plastic trims
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at time of test covering testable items

  3. Fail53,565 miles (+1,726)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,565 miles
    Test number
    518666560575
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms covered by plastic trims
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted at time of test covering testable items

  4. Pass51,839 miles (+1,802)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    51,839 miles
    Test number
    472034563059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass50,037 miles (+1,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    50,037 miles
    Test number
    150404014461
    • AdvisoryEng covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

  6. Pass48,779 miles (+1,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    48,779 miles
    Test number
    707358080532
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass47,225 miles (+27)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    47,225 miles
    Test number
    708873277087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on both edges(225/40/18) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on both edges(225/40/18) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail47,198 miles (+2,194)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,198 miles
    Test number
    105571984376
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on both edges(225/40/18) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on both edges(225/40/18) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass45,004 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    45,004 miles
    Test number
    173364998093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,936 miles (+2,683)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,936 miles
    Test number
    625946359621
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass42,253 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    42,253 miles
    Test number
    298500056025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail42,253 miles (+5,755)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,253 miles
    Test number
    940138691074
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass36,498 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    36,498 miles
    Test number
    486530387273
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays are fitted obscuring some components .

Questions about V28 ROM

Does V28 ROM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V28 ROM is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V28 ROM?
The MOT on V28 ROM is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V28 ROM done?
V28 ROM was recorded at 57,262 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 2,586 miles a year.
Has V28 ROM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V28 ROM has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V28 ROM 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 V28 ROM find?
V28 ROM passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trims covering suspension arms not allowing comp inspection; eng covers and undertrays fitted at time of test covering testable items; parking brake just meeting limits.

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