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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y873 PEVMOT history

Y873 PEV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 131,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2023.

Y873 PEV silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2025
Mileage
131,895 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y873 PEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y873 PEV was last recorded at 131,895 miles on 29 Dec 2023, 3,777 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,118 miles · 9 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,777 miles
Average per year
3,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,895 miles
  • 2021 – 125,302 miles
  • 2020 – 122,882 miles
  • 2019 – 121,369 miles
  • 2018 – 115,453 miles
  • 2017 – 113,788 miles
  • 2016 – 111,819 miles
  • 2015 – 108,905 miles
  • 2014 – 105,252 miles
  • 2012 – 100,372 miles
  • 2011 – 94,132 miles
  • 2010 – 82,001 miles
  • 2008 – 77,680 miles
  • 2007 – 72,991 miles
  • 2006 – 68,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,895 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear both rear inner sills corroding

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,895 miles (+3,777)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    131,895 miles
    Test number
    943621928037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear inner sills corroding

  2. Pass128,118 miles (+2,816)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    128,118 miles
    Test number
    697736497093
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear torsion arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass125,302 miles (+2,420)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    125,302 miles
    Test number
    720197460462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass122,882 miles (+1,513)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,882 miles
    Test number
    540938250563
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral EXHAUST BOLTS BADLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear SUBFRAME & SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

  5. Pass121,369 miles (+3,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,369 miles
    Test number
    519637335211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass118,339 miles (+2,886)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    118,339 miles
    Test number
    229630817644
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass115,453 miles (+1,665)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    115,453 miles
    Test number
    866962359853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,788 miles (+1,969)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    113,788 miles
    Test number
    619737623538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,819 miles (+2,914)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    111,819 miles
    Test number
    180111816412
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass108,905 miles (+3,653)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    108,905 miles
    Test number
    899272505025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass105,252 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    105,252 miles
    Test number
    179312904039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCenter exhaust bracket broken but system still adequately supported

  12. Fail105,252 miles (+4,880)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,252 miles
    Test number
    469422404058
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCenter exhaust bracket broken but system still adequately supported

  13. Pass100,372 miles (+6,240)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    100,372 miles
    Test number
    198142652374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,132 miles (+5,907)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    94,132 miles
    Test number
    915650241348
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight leak from rear diff n/s/r
    • NoteSlight play o/s/f wheel bearing

  15. Pass88,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    88,225 miles
    Test number
    785196301068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,225 miles (+6,224)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,225 miles
    Test number
    505364701003
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

  17. Pass82,001 miles (+4,321)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    82,001 miles
    Test number
    403236840011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,680 miles (+4,689)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    77,680 miles
    Test number
    364951928423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,991 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,991 miles
    Test number
    372684717430
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass72,991 miles (+4,949)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    72,991 miles
    Test number
    391224817258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    68,042 miles
    Test number
    404323226260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y873 PEV

Does Y873 PEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y873 PEV expired on 8 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y873 PEV?
The MOT on Y873 PEV expired on 8 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y873 PEV done?
Y873 PEV was recorded at 131,895 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2023, an average of 3,673 miles a year.
Has Y873 PEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y873 PEV has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2014.
Has the mileage on Y873 PEV 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 Y873 PEV find?
Y873 PEV passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2023 with 9 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 6 more.

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