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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

V31 MKSMOT history

V31 MKS is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 22 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 88,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

V31 MKS black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
88,374 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V31 MKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
22 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V31 MKS was last recorded at 88,374 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 16,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,233 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
16,141 miles
Average per year
9,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,374 miles
  • 2024 – 72,233 miles
  • 2023 – 58,657 miles
  • 2022 – 40,254 miles
  • 2021 – 34,593 miles
  • 2019 – 26,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,374 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

8 tests since 17 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,374 miles (+16,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    88,374 miles
    Test number
    344393534440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass72,233 miles (+13,576)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    72,233 miles
    Test number
    925052252543
    • 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))

  3. Pass58,657 miles (+9,918)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    58,657 miles
    Test number
    560132098110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,739 miles (+8,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    48,739 miles
    Test number
    362936490477
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low and worn very low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass40,254 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    40,254 miles
    Test number
    262085082728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Fail40,254 miles (+5,661)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,254 miles
    Test number
    844503216641
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury corner of bumper sticking out (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass34,593 miles (+7,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    34,593 miles
    Test number
    237361871099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small deep cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  8. Pass26,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,972 miles
    Test number
    287105784011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V31 MKS

Does V31 MKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V31 MKS is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V31 MKS?
The MOT on V31 MKS is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V31 MKS done?
V31 MKS was recorded at 88,374 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 9,487 miles a year.
Has V31 MKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V31 MKS has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on V31 MKS 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 V31 MKS find?
V31 MKS passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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