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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y866 VEYMOT history

Y866 VEY is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 108,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2023.

Y866 VEY blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2024
Mileage
108,199 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y866 VEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y866 VEY was last recorded at 108,199 miles on 23 Aug 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jun 2021: 94,835 miles, lower than 94,959 miles on 9 Jun 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
108,199 miles · 22 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,199 miles
  • 2022 – 103,196 miles
  • 2021 – 94,835 miles
  • 2020 – 85,282 miles
  • 2019 – 82,891 miles
  • 2018 – 79,422 miles
  • 2017 – 78,435 miles
  • 2016 – 77,242 miles
  • 2015 – 75,465 miles
  • 2014 – 72,899 miles
  • 2013 – 70,133 miles
  • 2012 – 66,973 miles
  • 2011 – 63,571 miles
  • 2010 – 60,423 miles
  • 2009 – 57,136 miles
  • 2008 – 53,302 miles
  • 2007 – 49,573 miles
  • 2006 – 45,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,199 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central silencer pipe leaking (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear support bracket missing (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear exhaust mount broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,199 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,199 miles
    Test number
    609282331093
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central silencer pipe leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear support bracket missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail108,199 miles (+5,003)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,199 miles
    Test number
    422331774296
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central silencer pipe leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear support bracket missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass103,196 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    103,196 miles
    Test number
    603171619170
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear hanger snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm+ (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded after flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail103,196 miles (+8,361)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,196 miles
    Test number
    470379305806
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear hanger snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm+ (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded after flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass94,835 miles (-124)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    94,835 miles
    Test number
    586283557609
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded slightly (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken

  6. Fail94,959 miles (+9,677)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,959 miles
    Test number
    600392295581
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both after flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded slightly (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken

  7. Pass85,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    85,282 miles
    Test number
    818608477463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail85,282 miles (+2,391)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,282 miles
    Test number
    269272740906
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass82,891 miles (+3,469)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    82,891 miles
    Test number
    239034803752
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass79,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,422 miles
    Test number
    936909029096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail79,418 miles (+983)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,418 miles
    Test number
    871083344734
    • FailureBattery insecure also battery terminals loose engine cuts out (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure also mirror glass not secured keeps popping off. (8.1.1)

  12. Pass78,435 miles (+1,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    78,435 miles
    Test number
    281764384935
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted obscuring some components

  13. Pass77,242 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,242 miles
    Test number
    512340339750
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65 R15 91H (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

  14. Fail77,242 miles (+1,777)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,242 miles
    Test number
    217380234958
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65 R15 91H (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

  15. Pass75,465 miles (+2,566)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,465 miles
    Test number
    419142415081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExhaust has a bracket missing

  16. Pass72,899 miles (+2,766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,899 miles
    Test number
    218553314093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass70,133 miles (+3,160)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,133 miles
    Test number
    247444313020
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteExhaust system has a bracket detached
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing thin on inner edge
    • NoteOsf tyre wearing thin on inner edge

  18. Pass66,973 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    66,973 miles
    Test number
    337357012092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,957 miles (+3,386)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,957 miles
    Test number
    929876212039
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass63,571 miles (+3,148)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    63,571 miles
    Test number
    836124321048
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass60,423 miles (+3,287)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    60,423 miles
    Test number
    350644610038
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass57,136 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    57,136 miles
    Test number
    191588629423
    • NoteAll four indicators flashing white

  23. Fail57,136 miles (+3,834)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,136 miles
    Test number
    461818129048
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteAll four indicators flashing white

  24. Pass53,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,302 miles
    Test number
    173718028005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail53,302 miles (+3,729)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,302 miles
    Test number
    934628728034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass49,573 miles (+3,737)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    49,573 miles
    Test number
    760089927077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    45,836 miles
    Test number
    304330236062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y866 VEY

Does Y866 VEY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y866 VEY expired on 25 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y866 VEY?
The MOT on Y866 VEY expired on 25 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y866 VEY done?
Y866 VEY was recorded at 108,199 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2023, an average of 3,551 miles a year.
Has Y866 VEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y866 VEY has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on Y866 VEY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jun 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y866 VEY find?
Y866 VEY passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2023 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central silencer pipe leaking; exhaust mounting defective rear support bracket missing; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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