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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

Y291 YGNMOT history

Y291 YGN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 51,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

Y291 YGN silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
51,429 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y291 YGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y291 YGN was last recorded at 51,429 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,024 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
405 miles
Average per year
973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,429 miles
  • 2025 – 51,024 miles
  • 2024 – 50,529 miles
  • 2023 – 49,944 miles
  • 2022 – 49,384 miles
  • 2021 – 48,847 miles
  • 2020 – 48,443 miles
  • 2019 – 47,944 miles
  • 2018 – 47,105 miles
  • 2017 – 46,182 miles
  • 2016 – 45,222 miles
  • 2015 – 43,914 miles
  • 2014 – 42,787 miles
  • 2013 – 41,305 miles
  • 2012 – 38,235 miles
  • 2011 – 37,335 miles
  • 2010 – 36,762 miles
  • 2009 – 36,278 miles
  • 2008 – 35,076 miles
  • 2007 – 34,234 miles
  • 2006 – 31,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,429 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components are corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear rigid brake lines slightly corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass51,429 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    51,429 miles
    Test number
    249669635334
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear rigid brake lines slightly corroded

  2. Fail51,429 miles (+405)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,429 miles
    Test number
    615140596991
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear rigid brake lines slightly corroded

  3. Pass51,024 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    51,024 miles
    Test number
    532777102051
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear rigid brake lines slightly corroded

  4. Fail51,024 miles (+495)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,024 miles
    Test number
    883259000940
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear rigid brake lines slightly corroded

  5. Pass50,529 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,529 miles
    Test number
    600170730837
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs slightly corroded inner surface
    • AdvisoryBoth rear rigid brake lines slightly corroded

  6. Fail50,529 miles (+585)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,529 miles
    Test number
    699458892927
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs slightly corroded inner surface
    • AdvisoryBoth rear rigid brake lines slightly corroded

  7. Pass49,944 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    49,944 miles
    Test number
    791023323848
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail49,944 miles (+560)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,944 miles
    Test number
    233848958646
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass49,384 miles (+537)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    49,384 miles
    Test number
    876934448519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    48,847 miles
    Test number
    810873715110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,847 miles (+404)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,847 miles
    Test number
    795967515488
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  12. Pass48,443 miles (+499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    48,443 miles
    Test number
    655189593894
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has slight corrosion

  13. Pass47,944 miles (+839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    47,944 miles
    Test number
    111495444119
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle light corrosion all over

  14. Pass47,105 miles (+923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,105 miles
    Test number
    469573176057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass46,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,182 miles
    Test number
    569473347312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,182 miles (+960)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,182 miles
    Test number
    743089374654
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass45,222 miles (+1,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    45,222 miles
    Test number
    312149222505
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass43,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,914 miles
    Test number
    456754361483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,914 miles (+1,127)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,914 miles
    Test number
    480934137908
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass42,787 miles (+1,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    42,787 miles
    Test number
    687459804241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass41,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    41,305 miles
    Test number
    615626903275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,305 miles (+3,070)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,305 miles
    Test number
    888255403223
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass38,235 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,235 miles
    Test number
    207649002284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,335 miles
    Test number
    139400411241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail37,335 miles (+573)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,335 miles
    Test number
    216348401210
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass36,762 miles (+484)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    36,762 miles
    Test number
    151429300227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,278 miles (+1,202)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,278 miles
    Test number
    152409709216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,076 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    35,076 miles
    Test number
    611110218247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    34,234 miles
    Test number
    852786207294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail34,234 miles (+2,254)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,234 miles
    Test number
    361426307215
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass31,980 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,980 miles
    Test number
    714776506265
    • NoteRear tyres wearing low

Questions about Y291 YGN

Does Y291 YGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y291 YGN is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y291 YGN?
The MOT on Y291 YGN is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y291 YGN done?
Y291 YGN was recorded at 51,429 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 973 miles a year.
Has Y291 YGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y291 YGN has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y291 YGN 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 Y291 YGN find?
Y291 YGN passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: all rear suspension components are corroded; rear rigid brake lines slightly corroded.

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