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Mercedes-Benz C

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,998 cc

V83 DLUMOT history

V83 DLU is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 122,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2024.

V83 DLU red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2025
Mileage
122,274 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2024
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V83 DLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V83 DLU was last recorded at 122,274 miles on 15 Jan 2024, 5,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,772 miles · 19 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
5,502 miles
Average per year
4,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 122,274 miles
  • 2023 – 116,772 miles
  • 2021 – 115,268 miles
  • 2020 – 108,897 miles
  • 2019 – 100,669 miles
  • 2018 – 90,864 miles
  • 2015 – 88,642 miles
  • 2014 – 86,699 miles
  • 2013 – 82,485 miles
  • 2012 – 78,998 miles
  • 2011 – 75,777 miles
  • 2010 – 70,821 miles
  • 2009 – 66,084 miles
  • 2008 – 61,364 miles
  • 2007 – 55,157 miles
  • 2006 – 47,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,274 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,274 miles (+5,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    122,274 miles
    Test number
    565225817210
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass116,772 miles (+1,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,772 miles
    Test number
    288070260485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass115,268 miles (+11)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    115,268 miles
    Test number
    946692702489
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbing inner edge severely (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  4. Fail115,257 miles (+6,360)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,257 miles
    Test number
    281911046901
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor behind driver's seat. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill/arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbing inner edge severely (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  5. Pass108,897 miles (+8,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    108,897 miles
    Test number
    713642821888
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass100,669 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    100,669 miles
    Test number
    966376900675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail100,440 miles (+9,576)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,440 miles
    Test number
    506221954257
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,864 miles (+2,222)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    90,864 miles
    Test number
    959640862548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,642 miles (+1,943)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    88,642 miles
    Test number
    271746998911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,699 miles (+1,899)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,699 miles
    Test number
    449198304433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,800 miles (+2,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    84,800 miles
    Test number
    587594644084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass82,485 miles (+3,487)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,485 miles
    Test number
    245684063057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,998 miles (+3,221)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,998 miles
    Test number
    309557542051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,777 miles (+4,956)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    75,777 miles
    Test number
    288382761030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,821 miles (+4,737)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,821 miles
    Test number
    492351260035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront number plate starting to delaminate but still readable

  16. Pass66,084 miles (+4,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,084 miles
    Test number
    451194769079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass61,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    61,364 miles
    Test number
    824725268080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,364 miles (+6,207)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,364 miles
    Test number
    403355268028
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass55,157 miles (+7,877)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,157 miles
    Test number
    943081457003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass47,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,280 miles
    Test number
    322026666007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V83 DLU

Does V83 DLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V83 DLU expired on 18 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V83 DLU?
The MOT on V83 DLU expired on 18 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V83 DLU done?
V83 DLU was recorded at 122,274 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2024, an average of 4,199 miles a year.
Has V83 DLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V83 DLU has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on V83 DLU 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 V83 DLU find?
V83 DLU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2024 with 1 advisory: offside track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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