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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,148 cc

Y7 AVWMOT history

Y7 AVW is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 11 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 143,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

Y7 AVW black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
143,873 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y7 AVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
11 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y7 AVW was last recorded at 143,873 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,871 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,873 miles
  • 2025 – 132,309 miles
  • 2024 – 124,862 miles
  • 2023 – 115,232 miles
  • 2021 – 106,825 miles
  • 2019 – 82,747 miles
  • 2018 – 67,337 miles
  • 2017 – 60,413 miles
  • 2016 – 55,339 miles
  • 2015 – 45,421 miles
  • 2014 – 28,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,873 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm Worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,873 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    143,873 miles
    Test number
    300567855904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail143,871 miles (+11,562)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,871 miles
    Test number
    241823639543
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass132,309 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    132,309 miles
    Test number
    503425974546
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail132,309 miles (+7,447)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,309 miles
    Test number
    307722957088
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass124,862 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    124,862 miles
    Test number
    804067755545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,805 miles (+9,573)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,805 miles
    Test number
    132963648053
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass115,232 miles (+8,407)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    115,232 miles
    Test number
    401686441048
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass106,825 miles (+5,314)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,825 miles
    Test number
    630374732043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,511 miles
    Test number
    582927899786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,511 miles (+18,764)4 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,511 miles
    Test number
    217580610992
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative link broken on senser , nsf (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure top mounting (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  11. Pass82,747 miles (+15,410)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,747 miles
    Test number
    736510924944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,337 miles
    Test number
    599370759071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail67,337 miles (+6,924)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,337 miles
    Test number
    357559461113
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  14. Pass60,413 miles (+5,074)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,413 miles
    Test number
    410723361935
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre sidewall has a cut in it
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Pass55,339 miles (+9,918)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,339 miles
    Test number
    690089207544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,421 miles (+16,599)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    45,421 miles
    Test number
    669571405290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  17. Pass28,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    28,822 miles
    Test number
    726182384142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,819 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,819 miles
    Test number
    286802784151
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y7 AVW

Does Y7 AVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y7 AVW is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y7 AVW?
The MOT on Y7 AVW is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y7 AVW done?
Y7 AVW was recorded at 143,873 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 9,949 miles a year.
Has Y7 AVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y7 AVW has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y7 AVW 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 Y7 AVW find?
Y7 AVW passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 1 more.

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