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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

X778 BLFMOT history

X778 BLF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 60,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2023.

X778 BLF silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2024
Mileage
60,868 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2023
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X778 BLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X778 BLF was last recorded at 60,868 miles on 25 Oct 2023, 284 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,584 miles · 3 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
284 miles
Average per year
1,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 60,868 miles
  • 2022 – 60,584 miles
  • 2021 – 60,207 miles
  • 2020 – 59,978 miles
  • 2019 – 59,515 miles
  • 2018 – 58,505 miles
  • 2017 – 57,613 miles
  • 2016 – 56,008 miles
  • 2015 – 54,309 miles
  • 2014 – 52,385 miles
  • 2013 – 50,458 miles
  • 2012 – 48,408 miles
  • 2011 – 45,908 miles
  • 2010 – 43,375 miles
  • 2009 – 41,186 miles
  • 2008 – 37,009 miles
  • 2007 – 34,391 miles
  • 2006 – 31,933 miles
  • 2005 – 29,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,868 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,868 miles (+284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    60,868 miles
    Test number
    969128191246
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass60,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,584 miles
    Test number
    607545657915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail60,584 miles (+377)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,584 miles
    Test number
    539267049971
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass60,207 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    60,207 miles
    Test number
    223366955746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass59,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,978 miles
    Test number
    459504058914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail59,978 miles (+463)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,978 miles
    Test number
    993731443436
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  7. Pass59,515 miles (+1,010)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,515 miles
    Test number
    452785268146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,505 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    58,505 miles
    Test number
    492359796668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,613 miles (+1,605)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,613 miles
    Test number
    620129407339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,008 miles (+1,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    56,008 miles
    Test number
    482349747082
    • AdvisoryFront front wipers not clearing screen effectively need replacing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass54,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    54,309 miles
    Test number
    454941007981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,309 miles (+1,924)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,309 miles
    Test number
    134638907207
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  13. Pass52,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,385 miles
    Test number
    379353384216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,385 miles (+1,927)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,385 miles
    Test number
    606033784256
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass50,458 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,458 miles
    Test number
    209089493279
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePedal assembly fitted with additinal accelerator

  16. Fail50,458 miles (+2,050)3 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,458 miles
    Test number
    627149193246
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePedal assembly fitted with additinal accelerator

  17. Pass48,408 miles (+2,500)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    48,408 miles
    Test number
    335457482465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,908 miles (+2,533)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    45,908 miles
    Test number
    615448181233
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail43,375 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,375 miles
    Test number
    170832300307
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNon-std type number plates fitted

  20. Pass43,375 miles (+2,189)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    43,375 miles
    Test number
    312572200338
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNon-std type number plates fitted

  21. Pass41,186 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    41,186 miles
    Test number
    550304709388
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front mirror assembly loosened
    • NoteNon-std number plates fitted

  22. Fail41,186 miles (+4,177)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,186 miles
    Test number
    600934609368
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front mirror assembly loosened
    • NoteNon-std number plates fitted

  23. Pass37,009 miles (+2,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,009 miles
    Test number
    150501408318
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass34,391 miles (+2,458)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    34,391 miles
    Test number
    411514607427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,933 miles (+2,610)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    31,933 miles
    Test number
    641170706367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    29,323 miles
    Test number
    403440105333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X778 BLF

Does X778 BLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X778 BLF expired on 2 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X778 BLF?
The MOT on X778 BLF expired on 2 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X778 BLF done?
X778 BLF was recorded at 60,868 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2023, an average of 1,753 miles a year.
Has X778 BLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X778 BLF has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on X778 BLF 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 X778 BLF find?
X778 BLF passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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