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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

V33 JDBMOT history

V33 JDB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 4 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 188,704 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

V33 JDB black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
188,704 km
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
V33 JDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V33 JDB was last recorded at 188,704 km on 26 Oct 2026.

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,704 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail188,704 km
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (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))

What MOT failures 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small split along weld to rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail188,704 km5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,704 km
    Test number
    830223661883
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (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))
  2. Pass105,669 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    105,669 miles
    Test number
    601559506557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small split along weld to rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail105,669 miles (+10,498)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,669 miles
    Test number
    286502033175
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small split along weld to rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass95,171 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    95,171 miles
    Test number
    306503056822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail95,165 miles (+1,349)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,165 miles
    Test number
    685925517282
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass93,816 miles (+2,948)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    93,816 miles
    Test number
    370118906760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,868 miles (+2,627)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    90,868 miles
    Test number
    686422170521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,241 miles (+3,259)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,241 miles
    Test number
    447407648448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,982 miles (+4,392)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,982 miles
    Test number
    308660942686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,590 miles (+5,051)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,590 miles
    Test number
    299714081283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,539 miles (+4,416)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    75,539 miles
    Test number
    958238934308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,123 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    71,123 miles
    Test number
    755281235000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,110 miles (+5,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,110 miles
    Test number
    515902015589
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  14. Pass60,988 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,988 miles
    Test number
    923964893269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,979 miles (+5,222)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,979 miles
    Test number
    425135891561
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass55,757 miles (+6,643)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,757 miles
    Test number
    428794814429
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyres cracking in treads and on sidewalls
    • NoteSlight windscreen stone damage
    • NoteVarious rear suspension bushes starting to separate
  17. Pass49,114 miles (+10,347)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    49,114 miles
    Test number
    268098813337
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront tyres wearing edges and cracking in tread
    • NoteRear tyres wearing close to legal limit and split in sidewalls
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing
  18. Pass38,767 miles (+13,251)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,767 miles
    Test number
    336422092441
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass25,516 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    25,516 miles
    Test number
    717799391223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,183 miles1 failure3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,183 miles
    Test number
    726467591227
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll floors obscured
    • NoteRear coil springs obscured
    • NoteUnder tray fitted .
    • NoteUneven wear on front tyre.

Questions about V33 JDB

Does V33 JDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V33 JDB is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V33 JDB?
The MOT on V33 JDB is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V33 JDB done?
V33 JDB was recorded at 188,704 km at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026.
Has V33 JDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V33 JDB has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V33 JDB 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 V33 JDB find?
V33 JDB failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp aim unable to be tested; nearside rear headlamp not working on dipped beam; nearside rear suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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