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Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

V40 SEVMOT history

V40 SEV is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 143,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

V40 SEV blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
143,555 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
15,106 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 SEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
26 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 SEV was last recorded at 143,555 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 21,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
121,817 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
21,738 miles
Average per year
15,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,555 miles
  • 2025 – 121,817 miles
  • 2024 – 104,868 miles
  • 2023 – 89,506 miles
  • 2022 – 75,284 miles
  • 2021 – 61,696 miles
  • 2020 – 49,828 miles
  • 2019 – 37,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,555 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 19 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,555 miles (+21,738)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    143,555 miles
    Test number
    536949630177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass121,817 miles (+16,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,817 miles
    Test number
    178913591112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm vertical movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,868 miles (+15,362)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    104,868 miles
    Test number
    414670649885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass89,506 miles (+14,222)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,506 miles
    Test number
    186358859542
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass75,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,284 miles
    Test number
    937215168095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail75,284 miles (+13,588)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,284 miles
    Test number
    775098285515
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass61,696 miles (+11,868)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,696 miles
    Test number
    997877183041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass49,828 miles (+11,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    49,828 miles
    Test number
    448270203965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass37,847 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    37,847 miles
    Test number
    242420072601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail37,847 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,847 miles
    Test number
    773657921551
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about V40 SEV

Does V40 SEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 SEV is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 SEV?
The MOT on V40 SEV is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 SEV done?
V40 SEV was recorded at 143,555 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 15,106 miles a year.
Has V40 SEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 SEV has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V40 SEV 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 V40 SEV find?
V40 SEV passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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