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Black · Petrol · 2014 · 6,208 cc

V8 TXUMOT history

V8 TXU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Jul 2014. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 96,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

V8 TXU black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
96,363 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 TXU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,208 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
18 Jul 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 TXU was last recorded at 96,363 miles on 16 May 2026, 1,563 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,800 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,563 miles
Average per year
5,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,363 miles
  • 2024 – 94,800 miles
  • 2023 – 92,548 miles
  • 2022 – 79,775 miles
  • 2021 – 72,327 miles
  • 2020 – 64,460 miles
  • 2019 – 60,565 miles
  • 2018 – 51,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,363 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 26 Jan 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,363 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,363 miles
    Test number
    553515427962
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail96,363 miles (+1,563)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,363 miles
    Test number
    699887703357
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass94,800 miles (+2,252)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    94,800 miles
    Test number
    360321034651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,548 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    92,548 miles
    Test number
    356850882779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,093 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    90,093 miles
    Test number
    372825142158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail90,091 miles (+10,316)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,091 miles
    Test number
    831980346019
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only Release Handle Broken and cannot Release Park Brake (1.1.6 (f))
  7. Pass79,775 miles (+7,448)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,775 miles
    Test number
    334984257610
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust silencer removed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
  8. Pass72,327 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    72,327 miles
    Test number
    377552695423
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency close to minimum requirement
  9. Fail72,327 miles (+7,867)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,327 miles
    Test number
    598174201755
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency close to minimum requirement
  10. Pass64,460 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    64,460 miles
    Test number
    829180802143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,565 miles (+8,911)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    60,565 miles
    Test number
    644303020374
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has slight sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low
  12. Pass51,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    51,654 miles
    Test number
    106672646044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 TXU

Does V8 TXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 TXU is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 TXU?
The MOT on V8 TXU is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 TXU done?
V8 TXU was recorded at 96,363 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 5,386 miles a year.
Has V8 TXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 TXU has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V8 TXU 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 V8 TXU find?
V8 TXU passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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