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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

X44 VESMOT history

X44 VES is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 21 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 214,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

X44 VES black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
214,307 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
11,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X44 VES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X44 VES was last recorded at 214,307 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 13,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
201,301 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
13,006 miles
Average per year
11,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,307 miles
  • 2025 – 201,301 miles
  • 2024 – 188,624 miles
  • 2023 – 176,671 miles
  • 2022 – 167,387 miles
  • 2021 – 156,401 miles
  • 2020 – 145,100 miles
  • 2019 – 129,510 miles
  • 2018 – 115,805 miles
  • 2017 – 100,885 miles
  • 2016 – 84,020 miles
  • 2015 – 69,326 miles
  • 2014 – 62,205 miles
  • 2013 – 52,309 miles
  • 2012 – 43,669 miles
  • 2011 – 33,692 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,307 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Under trays fitted front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 18 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,307 miles (+13,006)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    214,307 miles
    Test number
    847118316942
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass201,301 miles (+12,677)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    201,301 miles
    Test number
    709615496993
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass188,624 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    188,624 miles
    Test number
    556860809892
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wing areas both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  4. Fail188,621 miles (+11,950)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,621 miles
    Test number
    976665679700
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wing areas both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  5. Pass176,671 miles (+9,284)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    176,671 miles
    Test number
    890212626738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  6. Pass167,387 miles (+10,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    167,387 miles
    Test number
    553559284655
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner wing area to both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  7. Pass156,401 miles (+11,301)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    156,401 miles
    Test number
    179516824302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted front to rear
  8. Pass145,100 miles (+15,590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    145,100 miles
    Test number
    198554643214
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted front to rear
  9. Pass129,510 miles (+13,705)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    129,510 miles
    Test number
    164714750016
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inpection
  10. Pass115,805 miles (+14,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    115,805 miles
    Test number
    118978560528
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass100,885 miles (+16,865)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,885 miles
    Test number
    442176387002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,020 miles (+14,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    84,020 miles
    Test number
    329093085627
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass69,326 miles (+7,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,326 miles
    Test number
    336992825241
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass62,205 miles (+9,896)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,205 miles
    Test number
    236864024201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass52,309 miles (+8,640)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    52,309 miles
    Test number
    639860213266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,669 miles (+9,977)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,669 miles
    Test number
    389817222426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    33,692 miles
    Test number
    437530931247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X44 VES

Does X44 VES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X44 VES is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X44 VES?
The MOT on X44 VES is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X44 VES done?
X44 VES was recorded at 214,307 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 11,973 miles a year.
Has X44 VES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X44 VES has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on X44 VES 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 X44 VES find?
X44 VES passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; offside rear inner cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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