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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

V708 FLFMOT history

V708 FLF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 158,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2022.

V708 FLF silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2022
Mileage
158,030 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V708 FLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V708 FLF was last recorded at 158,030 miles on 10 Feb 2022, 8,499 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,531 miles · 11 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
8,499 miles
Average per year
6,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 158,030 miles
  • 2021 – 149,531 miles
  • 2020 – 140,925 miles
  • 2018 – 138,472 miles
  • 2017 – 136,138 miles
  • 2016 – 124,525 miles
  • 2015 – 112,506 miles
  • 2014 – 100,079 miles
  • 2013 – 88,556 miles
  • 2012 – 85,541 miles
  • 2011 – 82,162 miles
  • 2010 – 82,158 miles
  • 2009 – 79,225 miles
  • 2008 – 72,556 miles
  • 2007 – 66,154 miles
  • 2006 – 58,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail158,030 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust down pipe retaining bolts deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Corrosion area of wheel arch
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of floor area corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Nearside steering support arm has slight play in bearing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail158,030 miles (+8,499)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,030 miles
    Test number
    575866127762
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust down pipe retaining bolts deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Corrosion area of wheel arch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear of floor area corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass149,531 miles (+8,606)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    149,531 miles
    Test number
    682385823175
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door mirror faulty
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight corrosion rear floor/footwell

  3. Pass140,925 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    140,925 miles
    Test number
    123727169705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nearside steering support arm has slight play in bearing.

  4. Fail140,906 miles (+2,434)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,906 miles
    Test number
    880273650740
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Floor under battery is excessively corroded. (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Boot floor is excessively corroded. (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front outer anti-roll bar bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both front wheel bearing have slight play. (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nearside steering support arm has slight play in bearing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,472 miles (+2,334)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    138,472 miles
    Test number
    449864524103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass136,138 miles (+11,613)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    136,138 miles
    Test number
    388499528327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,525 miles (+12,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    124,525 miles
    Test number
    986844859054
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass112,506 miles (+12,427)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    112,506 miles
    Test number
    979468735013
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWindscreen wiper deteriorated

  9. Pass100,079 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,079 miles
    Test number
    987281234084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/R tyre lightly perished
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail100,079 miles (+11,523)4 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,079 miles
    Test number
    315270234069
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/R tyre lightly perished
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass88,556 miles (+3,015)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    88,556 miles
    Test number
    116595933406
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass85,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    85,541 miles
    Test number
    159432542478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,541 miles (+3,379)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,541 miles
    Test number
    685142342036
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear brake discs lightly corroded

  14. Pass82,162 miles (+4)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    82,162 miles
    Test number
    617408131089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded

  15. Pass82,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    82,158 miles
    Test number
    961534690193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,158 miles (+2,933)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,158 miles
    Test number
    454353490179
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass79,225 miles (+6,669)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    79,225 miles
    Test number
    574303889139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,556 miles (+6,402)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    72,556 miles
    Test number
    214029298115
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on legal limit.

  19. Pass66,154 miles (+7,288)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    66,154 miles
    Test number
    922911497152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    58,866 miles
    Test number
    571422106200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,866 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,866 miles
    Test number
    544342106287
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteRear coil springs rusty
    • NoteSteering damper damp

Questions about V708 FLF

Does V708 FLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V708 FLF expired on 8 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V708 FLF?
The MOT on V708 FLF expired on 8 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V708 FLF done?
V708 FLF was recorded at 158,030 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2022, an average of 6,373 miles a year.
Has V708 FLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V708 FLF has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on V708 FLF 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 V708 FLF find?
V708 FLF failed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2022 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front upper coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened; battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust down pipe retaining bolts deteriorated, and 2 more.

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