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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y281 BGKMOT history

Y281 BGK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 168,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

Y281 BGK silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
168,112 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 BGK
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
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 BGK was last recorded at 168,112 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,102 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
5,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,112 miles
  • 2025 – 164,571 miles
  • 2024 – 160,955 miles
  • 2023 – 157,722 miles
  • 2022 – 153,382 miles
  • 2021 – 150,567 miles
  • 2020 – 149,544 miles
  • 2019 – 147,638 miles
  • 2018 – 145,198 miles
  • 2017 – 142,031 miles
  • 2016 – 138,886 miles
  • 2015 – 135,615 miles
  • 2014 – 131,510 miles
  • 2013 – 122,811 miles
  • 2012 – 114,177 miles
  • 2011 – 102,904 miles
  • 2010 – 93,870 miles
  • 2009 – 81,159 miles
  • 2008 – 70,521 miles
  • 2007 – 60,554 miles
  • 2006 – 53,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,112 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,112 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    168,112 miles
    Test number
    101590830708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail168,102 miles (+3,531)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,102 miles
    Test number
    297407072259
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass164,571 miles (+3,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    164,571 miles
    Test number
    928534316193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass160,955 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    160,955 miles
    Test number
    274182363163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail160,951 miles (+3,229)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,951 miles
    Test number
    704929718995
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass157,722 miles (+4,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    157,722 miles
    Test number
    140287751443
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass153,382 miles (+2,815)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    153,382 miles
    Test number
    721173068272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass150,567 miles (+1,023)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    150,567 miles
    Test number
    721956129857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass149,544 miles (+1,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    149,544 miles
    Test number
    949052226302
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass147,638 miles (+2,440)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    147,638 miles
    Test number
    270181855434
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass145,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    145,198 miles
    Test number
    694604390865
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Fail145,198 miles (+3,167)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,198 miles
    Test number
    680192631668
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high offside , nearside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass142,031 miles (+3,145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    142,031 miles
    Test number
    443532957118
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass138,886 miles (+3,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    138,886 miles
    Test number
    571129372230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass135,615 miles (+4,105)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    135,615 miles
    Test number
    547492025109
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass131,510 miles (+8,699)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    131,510 miles
    Test number
    215729014113
    • NoteNat trust membership ex

  17. Fail122,811 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,811 miles
    Test number
    349920423176
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass122,811 miles (+8,634)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    122,811 miles
    Test number
    788720523181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass114,177 miles (+11,273)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    114,177 miles
    Test number
    248028212133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass102,904 miles (+9,034)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    102,904 miles
    Test number
    836737411134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,870 miles (+12,711)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    93,870 miles
    Test number
    144147330106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,159 miles (+10,638)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,159 miles
    Test number
    952949489034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,521 miles (+9,967)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    70,521 miles
    Test number
    250959818443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,554 miles (+7,138)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    60,554 miles
    Test number
    283267107172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,416 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    53,416 miles
    Test number
    240942256147
    • NoteNail in o/s/f tyre and tread perishing
    • NoteWear both front brake discs

Questions about Y281 BGK

Does Y281 BGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y281 BGK is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y281 BGK?
The MOT on Y281 BGK is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y281 BGK done?
Y281 BGK was recorded at 168,112 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 5,762 miles a year.
Has Y281 BGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 BGK has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y281 BGK 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 Y281 BGK find?
Y281 BGK passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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