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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 2,151 cc

W256 NLAMOT history

W256 NLA is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Apr 2000. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 167,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2025.

W256 NLA silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2026
Mileage
167,025 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 NLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 NLA was last recorded at 167,025 miles on 5 Sept 2025, 26,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2013.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
140,805 miles · 12 Jun 2013
Between the last two tests
26,220 miles
Average per year
2,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,025 miles
  • 2013 – 140,805 miles
  • 2011 – 137,260 miles
  • 2009 – 130,354 miles
  • 2008 – 125,969 miles
  • 2007 – 121,948 miles
  • 2006 – 116,691 miles
  • 2005 – 111,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,025 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,025 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    167,025 miles
    Test number
    335698463678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    366404745382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    242881306233
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    853279946058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    413489229419
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working both sides one outer one inner (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wear on outer edges

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    788676137489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    194853522481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    485976857957
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    584449666565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    808224775142
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to legal limit recommend replacement.
    • NoteOffside front indicator deflector lens missing.
    • NoteOffside front tyre heavily worn on edges.

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    687738864191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    618648564138
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass140,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    140,805 miles
    Test number
    487953663197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    565351372135
    • NoteSplit in nearside front tyre outer wall

  15. Pass137,260 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    137,260 miles
    Test number
    237959661477
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    554682270175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,354 miles (+4,385)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    130,354 miles
    Test number
    961259269140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass125,969 miles (+4,021)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    125,969 miles
    Test number
    542420478110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass121,948 miles (+5,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    121,948 miles
    Test number
    273782277487
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass116,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    116,691 miles
    Test number
    763654866153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail116,691 miles (+5,088)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,691 miles
    Test number
    211734866495
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass111,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    111,603 miles
    Test number
    234063775184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W256 NLA

Does W256 NLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W256 NLA expired on 4 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W256 NLA?
The MOT on W256 NLA expired on 4 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W256 NLA done?
W256 NLA was recorded at 167,025 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2025, an average of 2,743 miles a year.
Has W256 NLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 NLA has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on W256 NLA 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 W256 NLA find?
W256 NLA passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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