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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,799 cc

V5 MLBMOT history

V5 MLB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 2 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 152,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

V5 MLB silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2023
Mileage
152,616 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 MLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 MLB was last recorded at 152,616 miles on 2 Nov 2022, 881 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,735 miles · 30 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
881 miles
Average per year
6,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,616 miles
  • 2021 – 151,735 miles
  • 2020 – 150,973 miles
  • 2019 – 143,335 miles
  • 2018 – 136,770 miles
  • 2017 – 131,947 miles
  • 2016 – 127,873 miles
  • 2015 – 118,403 miles
  • 2014 – 110,881 miles
  • 2013 – 102,497 miles
  • 2012 – 94,159 miles
  • 2011 – 86,963 miles
  • 2010 – 79,227 miles
  • 2009 – 71,611 miles
  • 2008 – 63,533 miles
  • 2007 – 55,546 miles
  • 2006 – 47,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,616 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,616 miles (+881)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,616 miles
    Test number
    771301439799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass151,735 miles (+762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    151,735 miles
    Test number
    383221097719
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass150,973 miles (+7,638)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    150,973 miles
    Test number
    111212411776
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass143,335 miles (+6,565)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,335 miles
    Test number
    880600680109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass136,770 miles (+4,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    136,770 miles
    Test number
    815559371741
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass131,947 miles (+4,074)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    131,947 miles
    Test number
    505188288957
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  7. Pass127,873 miles (+9,470)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    127,873 miles
    Test number
    945507363529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass118,403 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    118,403 miles
    Test number
    708466025152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail118,403 miles (+7,522)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,403 miles
    Test number
    668045525179
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail110,881 miles5 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,881 miles
    Test number
    247066714427
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass110,881 miles (+8,384)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    110,881 miles
    Test number
    305016314184
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass102,497 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    102,497 miles
    Test number
    188319293433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail102,496 miles (+8,337)4 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,496 miles
    Test number
    878179293093
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass94,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,159 miles
    Test number
    389032922129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail94,159 miles (+7,196)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,159 miles
    Test number
    245552422423
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass86,963 miles (+7,736)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,963 miles
    Test number
    248494521458
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass79,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    79,227 miles
    Test number
    564051890019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,227 miles (+7,616)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,227 miles
    Test number
    432510090004
    • DangerousNearside Outer Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass71,611 miles (+8,078)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    71,611 miles
    Test number
    933361129117
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass63,533 miles (+7,987)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    63,533 miles
    Test number
    382163828115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,546 miles (+7,603)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,546 miles
    Test number
    310154627173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    47,943 miles
    Test number
    404759716142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 MLB

Does V5 MLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V5 MLB expired on 5 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V5 MLB?
The MOT on V5 MLB expired on 5 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V5 MLB done?
V5 MLB was recorded at 152,616 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2022, an average of 6,339 miles a year.
Has V5 MLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 MLB has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2015.
Has the mileage on V5 MLB 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 V5 MLB find?
V5 MLB passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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