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Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,148 cc

Y299 XAEMOT history

Y299 XAE is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 127,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

Y299 XAE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2025
Mileage
127,845 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y299 XAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y299 XAE was last recorded at 127,845 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 10,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,740 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,105 miles
Average per year
4,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,845 miles
  • 2024 – 117,740 miles
  • 2023 – 108,057 miles
  • 2022 – 100,380 miles
  • 2021 – 90,650 miles
  • 2020 – 80,463 miles
  • 2019 – 70,509 miles
  • 2018 – 64,841 miles
  • 2017 – 62,957 miles
  • 2016 – 62,913 miles
  • 2015 – 62,809 miles
  • 2014 – 61,579 miles
  • 2013 – 59,284 miles
  • 2012 – 57,367 miles
  • 2011 – 54,047 miles
  • 2010 – 50,263 miles
  • 2009 – 46,325 miles
  • 2008 – 42,831 miles
  • 2007 – 38,234 miles
  • 2006 – 33,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,845 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush front arm of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both at minimum in centre tread (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides front arms of 2

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (rear arms of 2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,845 miles (+10,105)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,845 miles
    Test number
    410729064412
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush front arm of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both at minimum in centre tread (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass117,740 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    117,740 miles
    Test number
    574040535814
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides front arms of 2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (rear arms of 2) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail117,737 miles (+9,680)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,737 miles
    Test number
    157812707783
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides front arms of 2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (rear arms of 2) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass108,057 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    108,057 miles
    Test number
    166158711671
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail108,057 miles (+7,677)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,057 miles
    Test number
    776824932602
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass100,380 miles (+9,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,380 miles
    Test number
    687289088145
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass90,650 miles (+192)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    90,650 miles
    Test number
    592732694328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail90,458 miles (+9,995)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,458 miles
    Test number
    991614052894
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear 1 of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass80,463 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,463 miles
    Test number
    948878104391
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail80,463 miles (+9,954)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,463 miles
    Test number
    490306868053
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass70,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,509 miles
    Test number
    313723182413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,509 miles (+5,668)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,509 miles
    Test number
    325586791736
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear 1 of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass64,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,841 miles
    Test number
    208638816893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,841 miles (+1,884)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,841 miles
    Test number
    380051663817
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass62,957 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,957 miles
    Test number
    973467453709
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass62,913 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,913 miles
    Test number
    188411694545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,809 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,809 miles
    Test number
    366997845199
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre wearing on inner edge and both inner and outer sidewalls are worn.
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre wearing on both inner and outer edges.

  18. Fail62,809 miles (+1,230)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,809 miles
    Test number
    479406745121
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre wearing on inner edge and both inner and outer sidewalls are worn.
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre wearing on both inner and outer edges.

  19. Pass61,579 miles (+2,295)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    61,579 miles
    Test number
    979021644118
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  20. Pass59,284 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    59,284 miles
    Test number
    677288323187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded (2.4.G.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded (2.4.G.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Fail59,284 miles (+1,917)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,284 miles
    Test number
    807548023133
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded (2.4.G.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded (2.4.G.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Pass57,367 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,367 miles
    Test number
    277932742106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail57,367 miles (+3,320)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,367 miles
    Test number
    657232042126
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass54,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,047 miles
    Test number
    297879321138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,047 miles (+3,784)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,047 miles
    Test number
    658179121161
    • DangerousAdvise ,alternator pully siezed drive belt,slipping
    • FailureFront Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass50,263 miles (+3,938)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,263 miles
    Test number
    870910840182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  27. Pass46,325 miles (+3,494)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,325 miles
    Test number
    640975129144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,831 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,831 miles
    Test number
    280948948169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail42,800 miles (+4,566)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,800 miles
    Test number
    213522248434
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass38,234 miles (+4,527)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,234 miles
    Test number
    890422527120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass33,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,707 miles
    Test number
    894757236188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y299 XAE

Does Y299 XAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y299 XAE expired on 30 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y299 XAE?
The MOT on Y299 XAE expired on 30 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y299 XAE done?
Y299 XAE was recorded at 127,845 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 4,816 miles a year.
Has Y299 XAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y299 XAE has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y299 XAE 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 Y299 XAE find?
Y299 XAE failed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 9 more.

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