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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,148 cc

X5 BYWMOT history

X5 BYW is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 101,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

X5 BYW silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,844 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 BYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 BYW was last recorded at 101,844 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 3,352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,492 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,352 miles
Average per year
4,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,844 miles
  • 2024 – 98,492 miles
  • 2023 – 95,777 miles
  • 2022 – 92,588 miles
  • 2021 – 87,968 miles
  • 2020 – 85,808 miles
  • 2019 – 83,006 miles
  • 2018 – 80,136 miles
  • 2017 – 74,195 miles
  • 2016 – 70,454 miles
  • 2015 – 64,079 miles
  • 2014 – 56,371 miles
  • 2012 – 46,448 miles
  • 2011 – 37,537 miles
  • 2010 – 27,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,844 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust on pipe . in the location of rear wheel arch / sill by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear delaminating (0.1 (b))

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, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin near wear indicator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,844 miles (+3,352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,844 miles
    Test number
    427046102992
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust on pipe . in the location of rear wheel arch / sill by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear delaminating (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass98,492 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    98,492 miles
    Test number
    954561901622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,486 miles (+2,709)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,486 miles
    Test number
    146185401583
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system left to right pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions limits just met
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration
  4. Pass95,777 miles (+3,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    95,777 miles
    Test number
    837003003921
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass92,588 miles (+144)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    92,588 miles
    Test number
    795670592442
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin near wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail92,444 miles (+4,476)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,444 miles
    Test number
    696334619081
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin near wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass87,968 miles (+2,160)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    87,968 miles
    Test number
    233413055088
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  8. Pass85,808 miles (+2,802)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,808 miles
    Test number
    731332324378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,006 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,006 miles
    Test number
    165918140094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,494 miles (+2,358)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,494 miles
    Test number
    236683075671
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass80,136 miles (+5,941)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,136 miles
    Test number
    123983136536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,195 miles (+3,741)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    74,195 miles
    Test number
    940596904237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn to 3mm
  13. Pass70,454 miles (+6,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,454 miles
    Test number
    275036725274
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)
  14. Fail64,079 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,079 miles
    Test number
    717950525197
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  15. Pass64,079 miles (+7,708)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    64,079 miles
    Test number
    957210325101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,371 miles (+9,923)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    56,371 miles
    Test number
    508819114173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,448 miles (+8,911)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,448 miles
    Test number
    446810972111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,537 miles (+10,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,537 miles
    Test number
    869443171267
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass27,466 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    27,466 miles
    Test number
    544693370267
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about X5 BYW

Does X5 BYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 BYW is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X5 BYW?
The MOT on X5 BYW is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 BYW done?
X5 BYW was recorded at 101,844 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 4,919 miles a year.
Has X5 BYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 BYW has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X5 BYW 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 X5 BYW find?
X5 BYW passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material surface rust on pipe . in the location of rear wheel arch / sill by fuel tank, and 1 more.

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