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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y279 XRMMOT history

Y279 XRM is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2022.

Y279 XRM green Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2023
Mileage
85,108 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 XRM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 XRM was last recorded at 85,108 miles on 24 Oct 2022, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,062 miles · 12 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
3,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,108 miles
  • 2021 – 81,913 miles
  • 2020 – 79,241 miles
  • 2019 – 74,676 miles
  • 2018 – 68,912 miles
  • 2017 – 65,909 miles
  • 2016 – 65,044 miles
  • 2015 – 63,781 miles
  • 2014 – 62,483 miles
  • 2013 – 59,640 miles
  • 2012 – 56,508 miles
  • 2011 – 54,008 miles
  • 2010 – 50,322 miles
  • 2009 – 46,511 miles
  • 2008 – 42,574 miles
  • 2007 – 37,184 miles
  • 2006 – 30,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,108 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,108 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,108 miles
    Test number
    838562505125
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail85,062 miles (+3,149)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,062 miles
    Test number
    998052747926
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass81,913 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,913 miles
    Test number
    370960902882
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Fail81,913 miles (+2,672)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,913 miles
    Test number
    339099932207
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass79,241 miles (+4,565)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    79,241 miles
    Test number
    596786440001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,676 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    74,676 miles
    Test number
    143786603301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail74,676 miles (+5,764)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,676 miles
    Test number
    214127051577
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass68,912 miles (+3,003)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,912 miles
    Test number
    272492926278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,909 miles (+865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,909 miles
    Test number
    794221254105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front PLAY IN INNER STEERING JONT

  10. Pass65,044 miles (+1,263)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,044 miles
    Test number
    468189478746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,781 miles (+1,298)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,781 miles
    Test number
    200681844777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,483 miles (+2,843)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,483 miles
    Test number
    558181744209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass59,640 miles (+3,132)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,640 miles
    Test number
    726627103239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight oil leak from transmission sump gasket

  14. Pass56,508 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,508 miles
    Test number
    908712312276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,498 miles (+2,490)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,498 miles
    Test number
    306459102286
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass54,008 miles (+3,686)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,008 miles
    Test number
    566759501228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,322 miles (+3,811)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,322 miles
    Test number
    602083800269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,511 miles
    Test number
    883438809236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,511 miles (+3,937)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,511 miles
    Test number
    894168709257
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass42,574 miles (+5,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,574 miles
    Test number
    471833408240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass37,184 miles (+6,444)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,184 miles
    Test number
    724847007221
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Pass30,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    30,740 miles
    Test number
    363899806271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y279 XRM

Does Y279 XRM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 XRM expired on 23 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 XRM?
The MOT on Y279 XRM expired on 23 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 XRM done?
Y279 XRM was recorded at 85,108 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2022, an average of 3,348 miles a year.
Has Y279 XRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 XRM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y279 XRM 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 Y279 XRM find?
Y279 XRM passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2022 with 1 advisory: offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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