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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,796 cc

W5 HNCMOT history

W5 HNC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2026 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 89,528 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2025.

W5 HNC black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2026
Mileage
89,528 km
At MOT on 12 May 2025
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 HNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2026
Latest MOT test
12 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 HNC was last recorded at 89,528 km on 12 May 2025.

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,528 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,528 km

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 26 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,528 km
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,528 km
    Test number
    250138001723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass52,176 miles (+6,666)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    52,176 miles
    Test number
    246708956162
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
  3. Pass45,510 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    45,510 miles
    Test number
    390202851851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail45,472 miles (+5,786)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,472 miles
    Test number
    825393832326
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass39,686 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    39,686 miles
    Test number
    659816282283
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre also has a nail (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wiper smearing
  6. Fail39,686 miles (+5,199)2 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,686 miles
    Test number
    988268080922
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre also has a nail (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wiper smearing
  7. Pass34,487 miles (+3,618)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    34,487 miles
    Test number
    200301565781
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords All Four Tyres have multiple cuts on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres slightly cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass30,869 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    30,869 miles
    Test number
    960044916058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,800 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    30,800 miles
    Test number
    450596562136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,036 miles (+989)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    29,036 miles
    Test number
    762723187614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,047 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    28,047 miles
    Test number
    575891653724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,487 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    26,487 miles
    Test number
    829510552966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,132 miles (+3,472)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,132 miles
    Test number
    358837006792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,660 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,660 miles
    Test number
    246217455091
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about W5 HNC

Does W5 HNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W5 HNC expired on 13 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W5 HNC?
The MOT on W5 HNC expired on 13 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W5 HNC done?
W5 HNC was recorded at 89,528 km at its MOT on 12 May 2025.
Has W5 HNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 HNC has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2023.
Has the mileage on W5 HNC 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 W5 HNC find?
W5 HNC passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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