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Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,155 cc

V657 KGCMOT history

V657 KGC is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2022 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 109,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2022.

V657 KGC silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2022
Mileage
109,335 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V657 KGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,155 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V657 KGC was last recorded at 109,335 miles on 10 Oct 2022, 2,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,207 miles · 15 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,128 miles
Average per year
3,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 109,335 miles
  • 2021 – 107,207 miles
  • 2020 – 105,939 miles
  • 2019 – 103,758 miles
  • 2018 – 101,459 miles
  • 2017 – 98,527 miles
  • 2016 – 95,704 miles
  • 2015 – 92,384 miles
  • 2014 – 89,541 miles
  • 2013 – 85,952 miles
  • 2012 – 82,771 miles
  • 2011 – 79,702 miles
  • 2010 – 77,454 miles
  • 2009 – 74,425 miles
  • 2008 – 71,755 miles
  • 2007 – 68,975 miles
  • 2006 – 63,613 miles
  • 2005 – 57,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,335 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryBrake servo slightly corroded
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted, removal required to investigate repairs

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,335 miles (+2,128)10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,335 miles
    Test number
    648218503779
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted, removal required to investigate repairs

  2. Pass107,207 miles (+1,268)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,207 miles
    Test number
    265675178160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to brake servo
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside and nearside rear inner wheel arch areas
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on edge

  3. Pass105,939 miles (+2,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,939 miles
    Test number
    550223312223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Puncture repair noted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass103,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,758 miles
    Test number
    921923929512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail103,758 miles (+2,299)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,758 miles
    Test number
    281288919583
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass101,459 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    101,459 miles
    Test number
    682394647102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,455 miles (+2,928)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,455 miles
    Test number
    162890522036
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass98,527 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    98,527 miles
    Test number
    505890149238
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Fail98,519 miles (+2,815)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,519 miles
    Test number
    503430211418
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill & inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Pass95,704 miles (+3,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    95,704 miles
    Test number
    697672953255
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Pass92,384 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    92,384 miles
    Test number
    843138597723
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Fail92,384 miles (+2,843)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,384 miles
    Test number
    583606902821
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. Pass89,541 miles (+3,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,541 miles
    Test number
    737759474205
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass85,952 miles (+3,181)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,952 miles
    Test number
    276544473266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass82,771 miles (+3,069)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,771 miles
    Test number
    186736572245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCorrosion forming around wheel arches

  16. Pass79,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    79,702 miles
    Test number
    807841891284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,702 miles (+2,248)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,702 miles
    Test number
    368641291431
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass77,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    77,454 miles
    Test number
    361503390284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,454 miles (+3,029)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,454 miles
    Test number
    171112190267
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass74,425 miles (+2,670)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,425 miles
    Test number
    401019979266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,755 miles (+2,780)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    71,755 miles
    Test number
    352888388229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,975 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    68,975 miles
    Test number
    752142597271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,613 miles (+6,424)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    63,613 miles
    Test number
    372719586288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    57,189 miles
    Test number
    454070895242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V657 KGC

Does V657 KGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V657 KGC expired on 21 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V657 KGC?
The MOT on V657 KGC expired on 21 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V657 KGC done?
V657 KGC was recorded at 109,335 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2022, an average of 3,071 miles a year.
Has V657 KGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V657 KGC has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on V657 KGC 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 V657 KGC find?
V657 KGC failed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2022 with 10 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside front tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting area, and 11 more.

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