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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,148 cc

X82 ARFMOT history

X82 ARF is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 174,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2022.

X82 ARF silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2023
Mileage
174,398 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X82 ARF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X82 ARF was last recorded at 174,398 miles on 22 Dec 2022, 5,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,105 miles · 18 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,293 miles
Average per year
7,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 174,398 miles
  • 2021 – 169,105 miles
  • 2020 – 162,979 miles
  • 2019 – 155,222 miles
  • 2018 – 149,158 miles
  • 2016 – 142,896 miles
  • 2015 – 136,180 miles
  • 2014 – 126,069 miles
  • 2013 – 119,214 miles
  • 2012 – 111,035 miles
  • 2011 – 101,583 miles
  • 2010 – 94,628 miles
  • 2009 – 87,837 miles
  • 2008 – 82,212 miles
  • 2007 – 71,781 miles
  • 2006 – 64,069 miles
  • 2005 – 53,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,398 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement dbushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,398 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    174,398 miles
    Test number
    968052013844
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement dbushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail174,398 miles (+5,293)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,398 miles
    Test number
    368656406778
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement dbushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass169,105 miles (+26)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    169,105 miles
    Test number
    949630733301
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement b-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail169,079 miles (+6,100)1 dangerous8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,079 miles
    Test number
    590076544091
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement b-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass162,979 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    162,979 miles
    Test number
    380290154983
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Fail162,979 miles (+7,757)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,979 miles
    Test number
    887085829056
    • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryInjector leaking

  7. Pass155,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    155,222 miles
    Test number
    748176627413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail155,222 miles (+6,064)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,222 miles
    Test number
    182605670052
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass149,158 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    149,158 miles
    Test number
    284698281374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Heavily worn on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail149,158 miles (+6,262)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,158 miles
    Test number
    716447099924
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour Lamp broken - showing white light (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Heavily worn on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass142,896 miles (+6,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    142,896 miles
    Test number
    151165501168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play detected in nearside and offside of steering rack

  12. Pass136,180 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    136,180 miles
    Test number
    904110954728
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both slightly (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail136,180 miles (+10,111)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,180 miles
    Test number
    173830657266
    • FailureFront Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides front ball joints (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint rear ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both slightly (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass126,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    126,069 miles
    Test number
    715741164231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail126,069 miles (+6,855)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,069 miles
    Test number
    868711464254
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass119,214 miles (+8,179)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    119,214 miles
    Test number
    465527563254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,035 miles (+9,452)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    111,035 miles
    Test number
    185318352284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass101,583 miles (+6,955)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    101,583 miles
    Test number
    526076751203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,628 miles (+6,791)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    94,628 miles
    Test number
    803858650267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,837 miles (+5,625)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    87,837 miles
    Test number
    713548559287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    82,212 miles
    Test number
    900561068207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,212 miles (+10,431)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,212 miles
    Test number
    394091568234
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass71,781 miles (+7,712)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    71,781 miles
    Test number
    272832497420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,069 miles (+10,825)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    64,069 miles
    Test number
    183278046306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    53,244 miles
    Test number
    630132955332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X82 ARF

Does X82 ARF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X82 ARF expired on 22 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X82 ARF?
The MOT on X82 ARF expired on 22 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X82 ARF done?
X82 ARF was recorded at 174,398 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2022, an average of 7,122 miles a year.
Has X82 ARF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X82 ARF has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on X82 ARF 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 X82 ARF find?
X82 ARF passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front coil spring corroded both; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 5 more.

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