S29CAR - MERCEDES-BENZ C
MOT: Not validGB
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The Mercedes-Benz C-Class, often referred to simply as the C-Class, is a renowned luxury sedan celebrated for its blend of performance, comfort, and advanced technology. Established by the German automaker Mercedes-Benz, a brand synonymous with engineering excellence and innovation, the C-Class has been a staple in the premium vehicle segment since its inception. First introduced in 1993, the model has evolved through multiple generations, each featuring improvements in safety, efficiency, and driving dynamics. Notable for its refined interior, cutting-edge driver assistance systems, and a range of efficient engines, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class continues to set standards in its class. Its reputation for durability and sophisticated design makes it a popular choice among discerning drivers seeking a vehicle that combines luxury with practicality.
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Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 18 MOT tests
This is a 1998 Mercedes-Benz C, registration S29CAR, manufactured in September 1998. The vehicle has a silver exterior and is equipped with a 1998cc petrol engine. It has a recorded mileage of 146,862 miles. The car's latest MOT was conducted on 10 November 2015, with the expiry date of 14 November 2016; however, the MOT is currently not valid. Notable advisories from the last test include a cracked windscreen, corrosion in rear subframe mounting areas, corroded rear suspension arms, slight play in the offside front wheel bearing, and corrosion on the nearside rear coil spring. The vehicle is untaxed. No information on CO2 emissions or current tax status is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
18
Passed Tests
10
Failed Tests
8
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 10 November 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 146,862 mi
Expires: 14 November 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen cracked lower part not in swept area or drivers view
- Advisory Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Advisory Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Failed - 10 November 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 146,862 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen cracked lower part not in swept area or drivers view
- Advisory Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Advisory Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Passed - 10 November 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 141,662 mi
Expires: 14 November 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Failed - 06 November 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 141,600 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Major Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- Major Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- Major Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- Advisory Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed - 09 November 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 137,241 mi
Expires: 14 November 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 05 November 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 137,241 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Major Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 14 November 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 132,236 mi
Expires: 14 November 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 02 November 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 132,236 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 02 November 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 126,409 mi
Expires: 14 November 2012
Failed - 01 November 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 126,409 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Passed - 29 October 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 121,035 mi
Expires: 14 November 2011
Passed - 10 November 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,824 mi
Expires: 14 November 2010
Passed - 08 November 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 109,639 mi
Expires: 14 November 2009
Failed - 08 November 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 109,639 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 15 November 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,703 mi
Expires: 14 November 2008
Failed - 08 November 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,512 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 14 November 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,464 mi
Passed - 14 November 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,464 mi
Expires: 13 November 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for S29CAR?
The MOT expires on 14 November 2016.
What is the tax status of S29CAR?
The tax status is Untaxed and is due on 23 March 2016.
What are the specifications of S29CAR?
This is a 1998 MERCEDES-BENZ C in Silver. It runs on Petrol with a 1998cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of S29CAR?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.