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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y281 RLHMOT history

Y281 RLH is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 13 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 123,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2023.

Y281 RLH blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2024
Mileage
123,585 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 RLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 RLH was last recorded at 123,585 miles on 10 Nov 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,583 miles · 7 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,585 miles
  • 2022 – 117,090 miles
  • 2021 – 102,391 miles
  • 2019 – 92,334 miles
  • 2018 – 79,166 miles
  • 2017 – 75,552 miles
  • 2016 – 70,338 miles
  • 2015 – 65,254 miles
  • 2014 – 61,187 miles
  • 2012 – 49,852 miles
  • 2011 – 40,392 miles
  • 2010 – 34,086 miles
  • 2009 – 29,591 miles
  • 2008 – 24,527 miles
  • 2007 – 20,742 miles
  • 2006 – 17,963 miles
  • 2005 – 15,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,585 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Registration plate missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2018

  • Eml on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,585 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    123,585 miles
    Test number
    529722284906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail123,583 miles (+6,493)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,583 miles
    Test number
    748371410683
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,090 miles (+14,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,090 miles
    Test number
    279826721390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,391 miles
    Test number
    707868778660
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  5. Fail102,391 miles (+10,057)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,391 miles
    Test number
    300218064905
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  6. Pass92,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,334 miles
    Test number
    762838127514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,334 miles (+13,168)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,334 miles
    Test number
    714117924479
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass79,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    79,166 miles
    Test number
    459801926901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,166 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,166 miles
    Test number
    298456366117
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

  10. Fail79,166 miles (+3,614)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,166 miles
    Test number
    119943493368
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

  11. Pass75,552 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,552 miles
    Test number
    224741113401
    • AdvisoryEml on

  12. Fail75,552 miles (+5,214)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,552 miles
    Test number
    787445320307
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  13. Pass70,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,338 miles
    Test number
    365900343696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,338 miles (+5,084)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,338 miles
    Test number
    316444013949
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  15. Pass65,254 miles (+418)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,254 miles
    Test number
    239183275022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteParking brake warning light is permanently illuminated.

  16. Fail64,836 miles (+3,649)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,836 miles
    Test number
    307677445016
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass61,187 miles (+11,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    61,187 miles
    Test number
    715230764001
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass49,852 miles (+9,460)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    49,852 miles
    Test number
    566357942229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,392 miles (+6,306)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,392 miles
    Test number
    896020481121
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass34,086 miles (+4,495)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    34,086 miles
    Test number
    892785130258
    • NoteO/s/f has slight play in steering rack

  21. Pass29,591 miles (+5,064)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,591 miles
    Test number
    821580539296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,527 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    24,527 miles
    Test number
    330674728217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,742 miles (+2,779)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    20,742 miles
    Test number
    143230427268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,963 miles (+245)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    17,963 miles
    Test number
    513293536209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail17,718 miles (+2,381)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,718 miles
    Test number
    202758026204
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass15,337 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    15,337 miles
    Test number
    161614745218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y281 RLH

Does Y281 RLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 RLH expired on 9 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 RLH?
The MOT on Y281 RLH expired on 9 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 RLH done?
Y281 RLH was recorded at 123,585 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2023, an average of 5,951 miles a year.
Has Y281 RLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 RLH has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y281 RLH 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 RLH find?
Y281 RLH passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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