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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y298 KFMMOT history

Y298 KFM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2022.

Y298 KFM silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2024
Mileage
99,727 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 KFM
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 expired on 5 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 KFM was last recorded at 99,727 miles on 29 Dec 2022, 7,726 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,001 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
7,726 miles
Average per year
5,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,727 miles
  • 2021 – 79,940 miles
  • 2019 – 60,757 miles
  • 2018 – 51,955 miles
  • 2017 – 47,599 miles
  • 2016 – 42,338 miles
  • 2015 – 37,234 miles
  • 2014 – 31,705 miles
  • 2013 – 25,813 miles
  • 2012 – 19,764 miles
  • 2011 – 17,821 miles
  • 2010 – 15,862 miles
  • 2009 – 14,505 miles
  • 2008 – 13,237 miles
  • 2007 – 12,660 miles
  • 2006 – 11,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,727 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,727 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,727 miles
    Test number
    536146318933
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Fail99,727 miles (+7,726)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,727 miles
    Test number
    886631350545
    • Repaired at testElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • Repaired at testElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass92,001 miles (+12,061)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    92,001 miles
    Test number
    405197843850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,940 miles
    Test number
    552871797010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail79,940 miles (+19,183)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,940 miles
    Test number
    554496505465
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass60,757 miles (+8,802)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    60,757 miles
    Test number
    833013466107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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. Pass51,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    51,955 miles
    Test number
    841728382210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail51,955 miles (+4,356)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,955 miles
    Test number
    532115510728
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Torque arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass47,599 miles (+5,261)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    47,599 miles
    Test number
    914911544853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,338 miles (+5,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,338 miles
    Test number
    636162768485
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on

  11. Pass37,234 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,234 miles
    Test number
    206157865189
    • NoteEngine management light on dashboard

  12. Fail37,234 miles (+5,529)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,234 miles
    Test number
    658397465153
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light on dashboard

  13. Pass31,705 miles (+5,892)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    31,705 miles
    Test number
    898683184115
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEml on dash

  14. Pass25,813 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    25,813 miles
    Test number
    299242663409
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail25,812 miles (+6,048)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,812 miles
    Test number
    625461663100
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass19,764 miles (+1,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    19,764 miles
    Test number
    249606882474
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass17,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    17,821 miles
    Test number
    418852371128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail17,821 miles (+1,959)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,821 miles
    Test number
    458752171190
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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 Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass15,862 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    15,862 miles
    Test number
    673951010299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,505 miles (+1,268)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    14,505 miles
    Test number
    374308919440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,237 miles (+577)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    13,237 miles
    Test number
    840556728256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    12,660 miles
    Test number
    274442847200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail12,660 miles (+1,323)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,660 miles
    Test number
    443912347234
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass11,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    11,337 miles
    Test number
    281379926487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y298 KFM

Does Y298 KFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y298 KFM expired on 5 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y298 KFM?
The MOT on Y298 KFM expired on 5 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y298 KFM done?
Y298 KFM was recorded at 99,727 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2022, an average of 5,312 miles a year.
Has Y298 KFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 KFM has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y298 KFM 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 KFM find?
Y298 KFM passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2022 with 6 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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