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White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

V7 HCNMOT history

V7 HCN is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 80,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

V7 HCN white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,703 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 HCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 HCN was last recorded at 80,703 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 85 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,618 miles · 5 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
85 miles
Average per year
5,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,703 miles
  • 2025 – 67,279 miles
  • 2024 – 52,422 miles
  • 2023 – 50,929 miles
  • 2022 – 48,095 miles
  • 2021 – 41,803 miles
  • 2020 – 38,100 miles
  • 2019 – 34,798 miles
  • 2018 – 30,731 miles
  • 2017 – 25,463 miles
  • 2016 – 21,723 miles
  • 2015 – 17,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,703 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake fluid level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 16 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,703 miles (+85)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,703 miles
    Test number
    495376846569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail80,618 miles (+13,339)3 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,618 miles
    Test number
    206519322246
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass67,279 miles (+14,857)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    67,279 miles
    Test number
    196130307309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass52,422 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    52,422 miles
    Test number
    375442003394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass50,929 miles (+2,834)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    50,929 miles
    Test number
    883349549092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,095 miles (+6,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    48,095 miles
    Test number
    456774880764
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass41,803 miles (+3,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    41,803 miles
    Test number
    995624688429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass38,100 miles (+3,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    38,100 miles
    Test number
    617256927418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass34,798 miles (+108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    34,798 miles
    Test number
    412441318178
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
  10. Fail34,690 miles (+3,959)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,690 miles
    Test number
    247389103535
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
  11. Pass30,731 miles (+5,268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    30,731 miles
    Test number
    222766484678
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryChild seat not locked in fully
  12. Pass25,463 miles (+3,740)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    25,463 miles
    Test number
    789547677301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,723 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    21,723 miles
    Test number
    786993342069
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
  14. Fail21,718 miles (+4,586)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,718 miles
    Test number
    937819693427
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
  15. Pass17,132 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    17,132 miles
    Test number
    997647395179
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about V7 HCN

Does V7 HCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 HCN is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 HCN?
The MOT on V7 HCN is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 HCN done?
V7 HCN was recorded at 80,703 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 5,704 miles a year.
Has V7 HCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 HCN has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 HCN 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 V7 HCN find?
V7 HCN passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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