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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y298 JHBMOT history

Y298 JHB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 149,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2025.

Y298 JHB 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
Expired
On 4 Feb 2026
Mileage
149,256 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 JHB
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
27 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 JHB was last recorded at 149,256 miles on 5 Feb 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,256 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,256 miles
  • 2024 – 144,093 miles
  • 2023 – 134,300 miles
  • 2022 – 126,826 miles
  • 2021 – 117,254 miles
  • 2020 – 107,935 miles
  • 2019 – 100,818 miles
  • 2018 – 99,660 miles
  • 2017 – 96,324 miles
  • 2016 – 88,603 miles
  • 2015 – 75,837 miles
  • 2014 – 64,336 miles
  • 2013 – 56,094 miles
  • 2011 – 48,379 miles
  • 2010 – 42,562 miles
  • 2009 – 32,324 miles
  • 2008 – 30,969 miles
  • 2007 – 27,596 miles
  • 2006 – 23,464 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,256 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN INNER STEERING RACK ARMS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • CONDENSATION N/S/F FOGLAMP LENSE.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • EXHAUST MOUNT ADRIFT X1 SYSTEM STILL SUPPORTED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    149,256 miles
    Test number
    906975040088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail149,256 miles (+5,163)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,256 miles
    Test number
    278234646114
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass144,093 miles (+9,793)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    144,093 miles
    Test number
    916550871800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass134,300 miles (+7,474)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    134,300 miles
    Test number
    179573677631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,826 miles (+9,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,826 miles
    Test number
    779844926055
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass117,254 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,254 miles
    Test number
    970791602009
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail117,254 miles (+9,319)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,254 miles
    Test number
    855280326085
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass107,935 miles (+7,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,935 miles
    Test number
    225240508642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass100,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,818 miles
    Test number
    588026090495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,818 miles (+1,158)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,818 miles
    Test number
    316299661102
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass99,660 miles (+3,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    99,660 miles
    Test number
    487433026034
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass96,324 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,324 miles
    Test number
    843152775680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail96,324 miles (+7,721)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,324 miles
    Test number
    416268533972
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass88,603 miles (+125)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    88,603 miles
    Test number
    763333745058
    • AdvisoryADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN INNER STEERING RACK ARMS
    • AdvisoryCONDENSATION N/S/F FOGLAMP LENSE.
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST MOUNT ADRIFT X1 SYSTEM STILL SUPPORTED
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PADS 70% WEAR APPROX/BRAKES NOISY IN OPERATION
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement O/S/F AND N/S/F CROSS STRUT BUSHES (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view DISCOLOURED (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel ADVISE INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail88,478 miles (+12,641)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,478 miles
    Test number
    831990408006
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases MANIFOLD AREA (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN INNER STEERING RACK ARMS
    • AdvisoryCONDENSATION N/S/F FOGLAMP LENSE.
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST MOUNT ADRIFT X1 SYSTEM STILL SUPPORTED
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PADS 70% WEAR APPROX/BRAKES NOISY IN OPERATION
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement O/S/F AND N/S/F CROSS STRUT BUSHES (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view DISCOLOURED (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel ADVISE INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass75,837 miles (+11,501)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,837 miles
    Test number
    906355245056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass64,336 miles (+8,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,336 miles
    Test number
    386457354001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass56,094 miles (+7,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    56,094 miles
    Test number
    975760163004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass48,379 miles (+186)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,379 miles
    Test number
    189234401352
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteO/s/f thrust arm gator split and both bushes worn/split

  20. Fail48,193 miles (+5,631)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,193 miles
    Test number
    516516691273
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass42,562 miles (+10,238)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    42,562 miles
    Test number
    730787280271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,324 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,324 miles
    Test number
    351336799299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,320 miles (+1,351)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,320 miles
    Test number
    343858089435
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteMil light on

  24. Pass30,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    30,969 miles
    Test number
    933488498299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,969 miles (+3,373)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,969 miles
    Test number
    472647698216
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  26. Pass27,596 miles (+4,132)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,596 miles
    Test number
    674083407326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,464 miles
    Test number
    694531396206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y298 JHB

Does Y298 JHB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y298 JHB expired on 4 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y298 JHB?
The MOT on Y298 JHB expired on 4 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y298 JHB done?
Y298 JHB was recorded at 149,256 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2025, an average of 6,873 miles a year.
Has Y298 JHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 JHB has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y298 JHB 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 Y298 JHB find?
Y298 JHB passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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