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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y38 EWLMOT history

Y38 EWL is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2025.

Y38 EWL black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
94,492 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y38 EWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y38 EWL was last recorded at 94,492 miles on 31 Dec 2025, 855 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,637 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
855 miles
Average per year
1,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,492 miles
  • 2024 – 93,597 miles
  • 2023 – 89,527 miles
  • 2022 – 88,034 miles
  • 2021 – 83,669 miles
  • 2020 – 83,298 miles
  • 2019 – 82,461 miles
  • 2018 – 81,447 miles
  • 2017 – 80,222 miles
  • 2016 – 78,766 miles
  • 2015 – 77,340 miles
  • 2014 – 75,345 miles
  • 2013 – 73,387 miles
  • 2012 – 71,511 miles
  • 2011 – 69,954 miles
  • 2010 – 67,703 miles
  • 2009 – 65,237 miles
  • 2008 – 63,603 miles
  • 2007 – 60,687 miles
  • 2006 – 56,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,492 miles
  • AdvisoryEML ONRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryESP ON
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Differential leaking
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front steering rack internal shaft has excessive vertical movement. further investigation required

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,492 miles (+855)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    94,492 miles
    Test number
    202134200949
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryESP ON
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Differential leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass93,637 miles (+40)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    93,637 miles
    Test number
    847445541947
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack internal shaft has excessive vertical movement. further investigation required
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail93,597 miles (+1,493)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,597 miles
    Test number
    378282269283
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack internal shaft has excessive vertical movement. further investigation required
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass92,104 miles (+2,577)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    92,104 miles
    Test number
    144765838659
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass89,527 miles (+1,493)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,527 miles
    Test number
    957602957011
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn heavily on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,034 miles (+4,365)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,034 miles
    Test number
    970689235975
    • AdvisoryEngine warning lamp illuminated, indicating a fault.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,669 miles (+371)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,669 miles
    Test number
    453085900329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,298 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,298 miles
    Test number
    577657635418
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both nearside doors

  9. Fail83,298 miles (+837)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,298 miles
    Test number
    214663756778
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both nearside doors

  10. Pass82,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,461 miles
    Test number
    445729277636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,461 miles (+1,014)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,461 miles
    Test number
    774162630019
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

  12. Pass81,447 miles (+1,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,447 miles
    Test number
    484215238867
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pad warning on dash.

  13. Pass80,222 miles (+1,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,222 miles
    Test number
    647848753367
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass78,766 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,766 miles
    Test number
    467350671117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail78,766 miles (+1,426)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,766 miles
    Test number
    742317470489
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both front (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass77,340 miles (+1,995)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,340 miles
    Test number
    379225475039
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  17. Pass75,345 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,345 miles
    Test number
    889829474029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail75,296 miles (+1,909)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,296 miles
    Test number
    717611174065
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  19. Pass73,387 miles (+1,876)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,387 miles
    Test number
    566734573013
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBAS/ESP Warning on dash.

  20. Pass71,511 miles (+1,557)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,511 miles
    Test number
    149514872096
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine light illuminated
    • NoteFront tyres worn excessivly on inner edges

  21. Pass69,954 miles (+2,251)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,954 miles
    Test number
    828309361097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,703 miles (+2,466)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,703 miles
    Test number
    392321270061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    65,237 miles
    Test number
    792932579010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,237 miles (+1,634)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,237 miles
    Test number
    252781479016
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass63,603 miles (+2,916)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    63,603 miles
    Test number
    643124878054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,687 miles (+4,422)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    60,687 miles
    Test number
    943415177054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,265 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    56,265 miles
    Test number
    671114976040
    • NoteO/s/r tyre been curbed,chunk missing on sidewall.no cords showing.

Questions about Y38 EWL

Does Y38 EWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y38 EWL is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y38 EWL?
The MOT on Y38 EWL is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y38 EWL done?
Y38 EWL was recorded at 94,492 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2025, an average of 1,931 miles a year.
Has Y38 EWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y38 EWL has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on Y38 EWL 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 Y38 EWL find?
Y38 EWL passed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2025 with 9 advisories: eml on; esp on; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 6 more.

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