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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y315 VGCMOT history

Y315 VGC is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2025.

Y315 VGC red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2026
Mileage
90,074 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y315 VGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y315 VGC was last recorded at 90,074 miles on 12 Sept 2025, 2,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,580 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,494 miles
Average per year
3,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,074 miles
  • 2024 – 87,580 miles
  • 2023 – 83,844 miles
  • 2022 – 79,871 miles
  • 2021 – 77,032 miles
  • 2019 – 68,443 miles
  • 2018 – 54,917 miles
  • 2017 – 47,025 miles
  • 2016 – 41,293 miles
  • 2015 – 39,382 miles
  • 2014 – 37,523 miles
  • 2013 – 34,957 miles
  • 2012 – 32,662 miles
  • 2011 – 30,078 miles
  • 2010 – 27,677 miles
  • 2009 – 24,731 miles
  • 2008 – 21,872 miles
  • 2006 – 16,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,074 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,074 miles (+2,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,074 miles
    Test number
    170090659762
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass87,580 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    87,580 miles
    Test number
    898077587656
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  3. Fail87,580 miles (+3,736)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,580 miles
    Test number
    790621113963
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp(s) not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  4. Pass83,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    83,844 miles
    Test number
    794266134358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail83,844 miles (+3,973)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,844 miles
    Test number
    896728564692
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass79,871 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,871 miles
    Test number
    448791707911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,032 miles
    Test number
    463866767531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,032 miles (+8,589)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,032 miles
    Test number
    188929680395
    • DangerousNearside Front Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass68,443 miles (+13,526)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,443 miles
    Test number
    583952156062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,917 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,917 miles
    Test number
    550246246325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail54,916 miles (+7,891)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,916 miles
    Test number
    980303248805
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass47,025 miles (+5,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    47,025 miles
    Test number
    366650149884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Front arm (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)
  13. Pass41,293 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    41,293 miles
    Test number
    505629336104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,382 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    39,382 miles
    Test number
    389176065111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,523 miles (+2,566)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    37,523 miles
    Test number
    237854264438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,957 miles (+2,295)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,957 miles
    Test number
    835327073150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,662 miles (+2,584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,662 miles
    Test number
    316598072197
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Fail30,078 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,078 miles
    Test number
    258883171407
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  19. Pass30,078 miles (+2,401)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,078 miles
    Test number
    599203571199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,677 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,677 miles
    Test number
    143299270191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,731 miles (+2,859)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    24,731 miles
    Test number
    372965079110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,872 miles (+5,502)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    21,872 miles
    Test number
    172627278134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,370 miles
    Test number
    644488886143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y315 VGC

Does Y315 VGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y315 VGC expired on 15 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y315 VGC?
The MOT on Y315 VGC expired on 15 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y315 VGC done?
Y315 VGC was recorded at 90,074 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2025, an average of 3,842 miles a year.
Has Y315 VGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y315 VGC has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y315 VGC 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 Y315 VGC find?
Y315 VGC passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides.

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