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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,597 cc

X442 VJKMOT history

X442 VJK is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 2 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 76,533 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

X442 VJK blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
76,533 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X442 VJK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X442 VJK was last recorded at 76,533 miles on 12 May 2026, 811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,722 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
811 miles
Average per year
2,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,533 miles
  • 2025 – 75,722 miles
  • 2024 – 74,525 miles
  • 2023 – 73,278 miles
  • 2022 – 72,446 miles
  • 2021 – 69,185 miles
  • 2020 – 66,175 miles
  • 2019 – 61,575 miles
  • 2018 – 58,135 miles
  • 2017 – 53,922 miles
  • 2016 – 51,243 miles
  • 2015 – 48,007 miles
  • 2014 – 45,442 miles
  • 2013 – 42,856 miles
  • 2012 – 40,258 miles
  • 2011 – 37,220 miles
  • 2010 – 34,526 miles
  • 2009 – 31,222 miles
  • 2008 – 28,102 miles
  • 2007 – 22,958 miles
  • 2006 – 19,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,533 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

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.

  • Rear Diff damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Sill covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,533 miles (+811)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    76,533 miles
    Test number
    957928789590
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  2. Pass75,722 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    75,722 miles
    Test number
    792263458985
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Fail75,722 miles (+1,197)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,722 miles
    Test number
    683665803764
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Pass74,525 miles (+1,247)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    74,525 miles
    Test number
    833330237989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,278 miles (+832)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,278 miles
    Test number
    832780520157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,446 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,446 miles
    Test number
    162297203284
    • AdvisoryRear Diff damp
    • AdvisorySill covers and under trays fitted

  7. Fail72,427 miles (+3,242)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,427 miles
    Test number
    960280878684
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff damp
    • AdvisorySill covers and under trays fitted

  8. Pass69,185 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,185 miles
    Test number
    385389330794
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull underbody protection fitted
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered in plastic trims

  9. Fail69,185 miles (+3,010)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,185 miles
    Test number
    385908861518
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull underbody protection fitted
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered in plastic trims

  10. Pass66,175 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    66,175 miles
    Test number
    705167992057
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components have flakey surface rust
    • AdvisoryFull under body protection fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Moisture in fog lamp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil weap from diff area

  11. Fail66,175 miles (+4,600)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,175 miles
    Test number
    553739852078
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components have flakey surface rust
    • AdvisoryFull under body protection fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Moisture in fog lamp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil weap from diff area

  12. Pass61,575 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    61,575 miles
    Test number
    977765043510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror broken
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail61,575 miles (+3,440)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,575 miles
    Test number
    163908132713
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror broken
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass58,135 miles (+4,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,135 miles
    Test number
    378937676934
    • AdvisoryAll tyres showing age related cracks
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Is equiped with side repeater mirror glass missing

  15. Pass53,922 miles (+2,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    53,922 miles
    Test number
    723482571469
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass51,243 miles (+3,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    51,243 miles
    Test number
    154988166611
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack inner joint slightly worn

  17. Pass48,007 miles (+2,565)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,007 miles
    Test number
    726341625095
    • NoteSmall cut in nearside front tyre

  18. Pass45,442 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,442 miles
    Test number
    255831324072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,856 miles (+2,598)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    42,856 miles
    Test number
    698717213051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,258 miles (+3,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    40,258 miles
    Test number
    345864102047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass37,220 miles (+2,694)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,220 miles
    Test number
    888249011094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  22. Pass34,526 miles (+3,304)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,526 miles
    Test number
    143021620052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,222 miles (+3,120)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,222 miles
    Test number
    722011529001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,102 miles (+5,144)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,102 miles
    Test number
    834022728013
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outside edge

  25. Pass22,958 miles (+3,755)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,958 miles
    Test number
    583323527055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,203 miles
    Test number
    782354426034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X442 VJK

Does X442 VJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X442 VJK is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X442 VJK?
The MOT on X442 VJK is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X442 VJK done?
X442 VJK was recorded at 76,533 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 2,825 miles a year.
Has X442 VJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X442 VJK has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on X442 VJK 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 X442 VJK find?
X442 VJK passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 4 advisories: corrosion to front and rear suspension; nearside front outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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