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Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,685 cc

Y226 DLJMOT history

Y226 DLJ is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2025 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 112,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2024.

Y226 DLJ silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2025
Mileage
112,922 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2014
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 DLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2025
Latest MOT test
17 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 DLJ was last recorded at 112,922 miles on 15 Jan 2014, 4,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2013.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,808 miles · 14 Jan 2013
Between the last two tests
4,114 miles
Average per year
6,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2014 – 112,922 miles
  • 2013 – 108,808 miles
  • 2012 – 104,297 miles
  • 2011 – 100,690 miles
  • 2010 – 95,040 miles
  • 2009 – 88,186 miles
  • 2008 – 81,870 miles
  • 2007 – 72,316 miles
  • 2006 – 58,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    632124120926
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    932830217890
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    237871825021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    118770925455
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  5. Pass112,922 miles (+4,114)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    112,922 miles
    Test number
    325805114065
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass108,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    108,808 miles
    Test number
    175344513412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail108,808 miles (+4,511)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,808 miles
    Test number
    555304313065
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Upper Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

  8. Pass104,297 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    104,297 miles
    Test number
    697368912043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail104,295 miles (+3,605)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,295 miles
    Test number
    655857412074
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

  10. Pass100,690 miles (+5,650)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    100,690 miles
    Test number
    146153511083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    95,040 miles
    Test number
    650575920010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,089 miles (+6,903)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,089 miles
    Test number
    934095120001
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass88,186 miles (+6,316)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    88,186 miles
    Test number
    100756529007
    • NoteOffside mirror in poor condition
    • NotePlay in offside steering rack

  14. Pass81,870 miles (+9,554)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    81,870 miles
    Test number
    422218298000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak from rear differential

  15. Pass72,316 miles (+13,538)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    72,316 miles
    Test number
    654135897057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,778 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    58,778 miles
    Test number
    422614556043
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack
    • NoteScratches in screen

  17. Fail58,778 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,778 miles
    Test number
    911744056016
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack
    • NoteScratches in screen

Questions about Y226 DLJ

Does Y226 DLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y226 DLJ expired on 16 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y226 DLJ?
The MOT on Y226 DLJ expired on 16 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y226 DLJ done?
Y226 DLJ was recorded at 112,922 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2014, an average of 6,860 miles a year.
Has Y226 DLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 DLJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2015.
Has the mileage on Y226 DLJ 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 Y226 DLJ find?
Y226 DLJ passed its latest MOT on 17 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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