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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,799 cc

V680 GKWMOT history

V680 GKW is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2021 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 81,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2022.

V680 GKW blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2021
Mileage
81,451 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V680 GKW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2021
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V680 GKW was last recorded at 81,451 miles on 29 Apr 2022, 823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,628 miles · 19 May 2020
Between the last two tests
823 miles
Average per year
1,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,451 miles
  • 2020 – 80,628 miles
  • 2019 – 80,124 miles
  • 2017 – 78,605 miles
  • 2016 – 75,501 miles
  • 2015 – 71,468 miles
  • 2013 – 67,591 miles
  • 2012 – 65,472 miles
  • 2011 – 62,712 miles
  • 2008 – 54,972 miles
  • 2007 – 51,269 miles
  • 2006 – 49,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail81,451 miles
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both main feed pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • 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 Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing treads on 3 mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread on 3 mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rea diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail81,451 miles (+823)13 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,451 miles
    Test number
    605682891320
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both main feed pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing treads on 3 mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread on 3 mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rea diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass80,628 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    80,628 miles
    Test number
    197029419275
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component rusted bushes perished under car
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel Steering box (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats down at test time

  3. Fail80,625 miles (+501)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,625 miles
    Test number
    652232906366
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component rusted bushes perished under car
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel Steering box (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats down at test time

  4. Pass80,124 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,124 miles
    Test number
    630753456438
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail80,114 miles (+1,509)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,114 miles
    Test number
    356758501703
    • MajorFront Fuel pipe leaking corroded (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe union leaking connection on the fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass78,605 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,605 miles
    Test number
    123114745657
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded x2 front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Fail78,605 miles (+3,104)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,605 miles
    Test number
    817434954401
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded x2 front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass75,501 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,501 miles
    Test number
    351303420562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail75,501 miles (+4,033)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,501 miles
    Test number
    286169491859
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass71,468 miles (+125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,468 miles
    Test number
    779530145191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail71,343 miles (+3,752)2 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,343 miles
    Test number
    107024335106
    • DangerousFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass67,591 miles (+2,119)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,591 miles
    Test number
    325576543347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,472 miles (+2,760)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,472 miles
    Test number
    146102782478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,712 miles
    Test number
    965211791069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    671042180083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. FailMileage not read5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    313161680083
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  17. Pass54,972 miles (+3,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    54,972 miles
    Test number
    632710258170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass51,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,269 miles
    Test number
    964355097055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,269 miles (+1,968)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,269 miles
    Test number
    102865597023
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteDistortion on front brakes
    • NoteO/s/f tyre scrubbing
    • NotePlay in power steering
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  20. Pass49,301 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    49,301 miles
    Test number
    492366796046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,235 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,235 miles
    Test number
    421695546002
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about V680 GKW

Does V680 GKW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V680 GKW expired on 18 May 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V680 GKW?
The MOT on V680 GKW expired on 18 May 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V680 GKW done?
V680 GKW was recorded at 81,451 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2022, an average of 1,988 miles a year.
Has V680 GKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V680 GKW has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on V680 GKW 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 V680 GKW find?
V680 GKW failed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2022 with 13 major defects and 5 advisories: brake pipe excessively corroded both main feed pipes; nearside front track rod end ball joint has excessive play; nearside front tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 15 more.

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