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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

V659 GRJMOT history

V659 GRJ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2022.

V659 GRJ black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2023
Mileage
122,590 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V659 GRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V659 GRJ was last recorded at 122,590 miles on 23 Feb 2022, 1,265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,325 miles · 6 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,265 miles
Average per year
3,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,590 miles
  • 2021 – 121,325 miles
  • 2020 – 121,322 miles
  • 2019 – 120,353 miles
  • 2018 – 118,843 miles
  • 2017 – 117,516 miles
  • 2016 – 116,163 miles
  • 2015 – 114,606 miles
  • 2014 – 112,481 miles
  • 2013 – 110,277 miles
  • 2012 – 108,516 miles
  • 2011 – 106,951 miles
  • 2010 – 103,785 miles
  • 2009 – 101,716 miles
  • 2008 – 91,915 miles
  • 2007 – 80,962 miles
  • 2006 – 75,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,590 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,590 miles (+1,265)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,590 miles
    Test number
    472227744007
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass121,325 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    121,325 miles
    Test number
    247328014805
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySills covered with side skirts repairs underneath not visible

  3. Fail121,322 miles (+969)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,322 miles
    Test number
    524643108218
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass120,353 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    120,353 miles
    Test number
    664254299784
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail120,353 miles (+1,510)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,353 miles
    Test number
    993890099132
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass118,843 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,843 miles
    Test number
    567461501502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail118,839 miles (+1,323)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,839 miles
    Test number
    728885829553
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass117,516 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    117,516 miles
    Test number
    135263399560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

  9. Fail117,510 miles (+1,347)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,510 miles
    Test number
    903404513087
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

  10. Pass116,163 miles (+1,557)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    116,163 miles
    Test number
    923649316672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering rack play

  11. Pass114,606 miles (+2,125)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    114,606 miles
    Test number
    948631365180
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack and o/s/r innersill corroded

  12. Pass112,481 miles (+2)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    112,481 miles
    Test number
    297170464145
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/F door stop broken
    • NoteO/S/R drive shaft bolts loose
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail112,479 miles (+2,202)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,479 miles
    Test number
    457068954147
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/F door stop broken
    • NoteO/S/R drive shaft bolts loose
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass110,277 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    110,277 miles
    Test number
    377298353146
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/r child seat fitted

  15. Fail110,277 miles (+1,761)4 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,277 miles
    Test number
    885306653112
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/r child seat fitted

  16. Pass108,516 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    108,516 miles
    Test number
    665058052128
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail108,516 miles (+1,565)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,516 miles
    Test number
    796288352103
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass106,951 miles (+3,166)8 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    106,951 miles
    Test number
    535784851189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBothside front disc's slightly worn
    • NoteBothside outter sills body kit
    • NoteD,v,l,a marker showing cars been heavly damaged
    • NoteRear bumper damaged
    • NoteSlight play in steering arb bush

  19. Pass103,785 miles (+2,069)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    103,785 miles
    Test number
    522324250184
    • NoteO/S/R corner damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass101,716 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    101,716 miles
    Test number
    674087149190
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/f play rack rod end
    • NoteRear bumper damaged

  21. Fail101,716 miles (+9,801)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,716 miles
    Test number
    291696749463
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f play rack rod end
    • NoteRear bumper damaged

  22. Pass91,915 miles (+10,953)1 dangerous6 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    91,915 miles
    Test number
    393764038148
    • DangerousO/s/r tyre worn near limit
    • NoteBoth sills covered with body kit
    • NoteFront cross member covered with shield
    • NoteFuel pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteN/.s/r tyre cracked but not exposing or cut to cords
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt slightly fluffed
    • NoteO/s/r step sill cover missing

  23. Pass80,962 miles (+5,852)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    80,962 miles
    Test number
    702238327132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass75,110 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    75,110 miles
    Test number
    264575636402
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail75,110 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,110 miles
    Test number
    263263236164
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Questions about V659 GRJ

Does V659 GRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V659 GRJ expired on 22 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V659 GRJ?
The MOT on V659 GRJ expired on 22 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V659 GRJ done?
V659 GRJ was recorded at 122,590 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2022, an average of 3,008 miles a year.
Has V659 GRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V659 GRJ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on V659 GRJ 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 V659 GRJ find?
V659 GRJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2022 with 6 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both side; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear, and 3 more.

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