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Mercedes-Benz C

White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

Y23 WHTMOT history

Y23 WHT is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 11 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 138,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

Y23 WHT white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
138,472 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 WHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
11 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 WHT was last recorded at 138,472 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 4,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,167 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,305 miles
Average per year
10,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,472 miles
  • 2025 – 134,167 miles
  • 2024 – 130,452 miles
  • 2023 – 107,676 miles
  • 2022 – 90,940 miles
  • 2021 – 73,986 miles
  • 2020 – 57,114 miles
  • 2019 – 51,291 miles
  • 2018 – 42,834 miles
  • 2017 – 34,456 miles
  • 2016 – 26,238 miles
  • 2015 – 22,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,472 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose heatshield

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,472 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    138,472 miles
    Test number
    962480831115
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail138,472 miles (+4,305)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,472 miles
    Test number
    519140494643
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust is broken off (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid section broken off (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass134,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    134,167 miles
    Test number
    161415446471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail134,167 miles (+3,715)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,167 miles
    Test number
    663244704738
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass130,452 miles (+22,776)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    130,452 miles
    Test number
    869182966379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,676 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    107,676 miles
    Test number
    590391806230
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both links. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail107,676 miles (+16,736)2 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,676 miles
    Test number
    449342925743
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Back arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both links. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Heat shield loose.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,940 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    90,940 miles
    Test number
    270223675343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose heatshield (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail90,940 miles (+16,954)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,940 miles
    Test number
    459243640096
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose heatshield (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash.

  10. Pass73,986 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    73,986 miles
    Test number
    712380961322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail73,986 miles (+16,872)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,986 miles
    Test number
    896216469153
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass57,114 miles (+5,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    57,114 miles
    Test number
    647131145637
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass51,291 miles (+8,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,291 miles
    Test number
    710477250344
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass42,834 miles (+8,378)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    42,834 miles
    Test number
    808395537002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,456 miles (+8,218)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    34,456 miles
    Test number
    838249495811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,238 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    26,238 miles
    Test number
    481651413630
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail26,232 miles (+3,544)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,232 miles
    Test number
    429678118459
    • DangerousFront brake warning light on
    • FailureFront Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass22,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    22,688 miles
    Test number
    339113363752
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail22,688 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,688 miles
    Test number
    812854368421
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y23 WHT

Does Y23 WHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y23 WHT is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y23 WHT?
The MOT on Y23 WHT is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y23 WHT done?
Y23 WHT was recorded at 138,472 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 10,855 miles a year.
Has Y23 WHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 WHT has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y23 WHT 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 Y23 WHT find?
Y23 WHT passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear.

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