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Mercedes-Benz C

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

X23 VLCMOT history

X23 VLC is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 105,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

X23 VLC white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
105,445 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 VLC
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
27 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 VLC was last recorded at 105,445 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 3,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,235 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,210 miles
Average per year
6,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,445 miles
  • 2025 – 102,235 miles
  • 2024 – 99,593 miles
  • 2023 – 96,706 miles
  • 2022 – 92,632 miles
  • 2021 – 87,649 miles
  • 2020 – 84,160 miles
  • 2019 – 69,042 miles
  • 2018 – 59,135 miles
  • 2017 – 49,911 miles
  • 2016 – 46,594 miles
  • 2015 – 39,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,445 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S FRONT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    105,445 miles
    Test number
    881898711504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail105,445 miles (+3,210)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,445 miles
    Test number
    229594121812
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass102,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,235 miles
    Test number
    237939830767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail102,233 miles (+2,640)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    861640246717
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass99,593 miles (+2,887)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,593 miles
    Test number
    670718303852
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning lower section dull (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,706 miles
    Test number
    492461433626
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S FRONT (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S REAR (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail96,706 miles (+4,074)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,706 miles
    Test number
    658752008032
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side N/S VERY LOW EFFORT (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn O/S FRONT LOWER ARM & BOOT SPLIT (REAR ARM ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S FRONT (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S REAR (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass92,632 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,632 miles
    Test number
    232286046205
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S FRONT (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S REAR (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail92,632 miles (+4,983)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,632 miles
    Test number
    526943381351
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn N/S FRONT LOWER ( FRONT ARM ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn O/S FRONT LOWER ( FRONT ARM ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S FRONT (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S REAR (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass87,649 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,649 miles
    Test number
    904480123672
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Fail87,647 miles (+3,487)3 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,647 miles
    Test number
    691483155174
    • DangerousNearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass84,160 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,160 miles
    Test number
    958925943468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,157 miles (+15,115)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,157 miles
    Test number
    107780812727
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant below minimum level
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass69,042 miles (+9,907)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    69,042 miles
    Test number
    901593828278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,135 miles (+9,224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,135 miles
    Test number
    348412573942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass49,911 miles (+3,317)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    49,911 miles
    Test number
    977752054615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,594 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,594 miles
    Test number
    158673720814
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting view/inspection

  18. Fail46,594 miles (+7,368)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,594 miles
    Test number
    612046191253
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn smooth on edges, recomend replace (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also worn smooth on edges, recomend replace (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted restricting view/inspection

  19. Pass39,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    39,226 miles
    Test number
    915062456101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X23 VLC

Does X23 VLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 VLC is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 VLC?
The MOT on X23 VLC is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 VLC done?
X23 VLC was recorded at 105,445 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 6,303 miles a year.
Has X23 VLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 VLC has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X23 VLC 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 X23 VLC find?
X23 VLC passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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