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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,397 cc

V697 FPFMOT history

V697 FPF is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 122,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2024.

V697 FPF green Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2025
Mileage
122,648 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V697 FPF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V697 FPF was last recorded at 122,648 miles on 13 Nov 2024, 8,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,855 miles · 16 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
8,793 miles
Average per year
5,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 122,648 miles
  • 2023 – 113,855 miles
  • 2022 – 104,929 miles
  • 2021 – 95,996 miles
  • 2020 – 91,966 miles
  • 2019 – 90,374 miles
  • 2018 – 85,509 miles
  • 2017 – 81,192 miles
  • 2016 – 77,840 miles
  • 2015 – 73,476 miles
  • 2014 – 68,519 miles
  • 2013 – 63,528 miles
  • 2012 – 58,633 miles
  • 2011 – 51,931 miles
  • 2010 – 47,917 miles
  • 2009 – 43,815 miles
  • 2008 – 39,778 miles
  • 2007 – 35,387 miles
  • 2006 – 30,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,648 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,648 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    122,648 miles
    Test number
    968349290475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail122,648 miles (+8,793)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,648 miles
    Test number
    819781983446
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass113,855 miles (+8,926)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    113,855 miles
    Test number
    775538554173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass104,929 miles (+8,933)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,929 miles
    Test number
    104794293261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,996 miles (+4,030)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,996 miles
    Test number
    987394408543
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass91,966 miles (+1,592)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,966 miles
    Test number
    823971889812
    • AdvisoryFront both nearside and offside wheel arches slightly corroded but not causing sharp edge
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside lower wheel arch outer sill slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  7. Pass90,374 miles (+4,865)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,374 miles
    Test number
    355449497158
    • AdvisoryFront both nearside and offside wheel arches slightly corroded but not causing sharp edges
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside lower wheel arches slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  8. Pass85,509 miles (+4,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,509 miles
    Test number
    857584499009
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  9. Pass81,192 miles (+3,352)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,192 miles
    Test number
    444063116474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides lower wheel arches (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  10. Pass77,840 miles (+4,364)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    77,840 miles
    Test number
    357007591764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,476 miles (+4,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    73,476 miles
    Test number
    372653896735
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass68,519 miles (+4,991)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,519 miles
    Test number
    339895644380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,528 miles (+4,895)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    63,528 miles
    Test number
    706733743301
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass58,633 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,633 miles
    Test number
    839928742350
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear brake hoses cracking

  15. Fail58,633 miles (+6,702)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,633 miles
    Test number
    476277242474
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear brake hoses cracking

  16. Pass51,931 miles (+4,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,931 miles
    Test number
    765260341354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass47,917 miles (+4,102)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,917 miles
    Test number
    850929440326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to check fuel and brake lines due to under vehicle covers

  18. Pass43,815 miles (+4,037)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    43,815 miles
    Test number
    710432549382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,778 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,778 miles
    Test number
    922235848380
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass39,778 miles (+4,391)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    39,778 miles
    Test number
    984145248384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,387 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    35,387 miles
    Test number
    851786847310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,386 miles (+4,514)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,386 miles
    Test number
    690585247310
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteF brakes getting low
    • NoteNail osr tyre

  23. Pass30,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    30,872 miles
    Test number
    450477346451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V697 FPF

Does V697 FPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V697 FPF expired on 19 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V697 FPF?
The MOT on V697 FPF expired on 19 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V697 FPF done?
V697 FPF was recorded at 122,648 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2024, an average of 5,122 miles a year.
Has V697 FPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V697 FPF has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V697 FPF 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 V697 FPF find?
V697 FPF passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2024 with 8 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured, and 5 more.

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