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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,148 cc

J8 LKMMOT history

J8 LKM is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 83,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

J8 LKM black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
83,437 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 LKM
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
28 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 LKM was last recorded at 83,437 miles on 7 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2026: 83,437 miles, lower than 91,295 miles on 9 Jul 2025.

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
91,295 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Average per year
5,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,437 miles
  • 2025 – 91,295 miles
  • 2024 – 76,685 miles
  • 2023 – 72,428 miles
  • 2022 – 68,197 miles
  • 2021 – 63,812 miles
  • 2020 – 60,074 miles
  • 2019 – 55,443 miles
  • 2018 – 46,999 miles
  • 2016 – 36,903 miles
  • 2015 – 29,660 miles
  • 2014 – 22,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,437 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2553518 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2553518 (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,437 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    83,437 miles
    Test number
    328038541606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2553518 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2553518 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail83,437 miles (-7,858)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,437 miles
    Test number
    700341095012
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2254018 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2553518 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2553518 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass91,295 miles (+14,610)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,295 miles
    Test number
    532386221332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,685 miles (+4,257)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    76,685 miles
    Test number
    970931899786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,428 miles (+4,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    72,428 miles
    Test number
    403642583061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass68,197 miles (+4,385)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    68,197 miles
    Test number
    401861523125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass63,812 miles (+3,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,812 miles
    Test number
    191174684797
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass60,074 miles (+4,631)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    60,074 miles
    Test number
    460748194696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,443 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,443 miles
    Test number
    536321431699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,402 miles (+8,403)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,402 miles
    Test number
    982319484361
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass46,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    46,999 miles
    Test number
    402974871725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,229 km
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,229 km
    Test number
    406595085428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,903 miles (+7,243)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,903 miles
    Test number
    904594756926
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass29,660 miles (+7,494)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,660 miles
    Test number
    807943885190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,166 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    22,166 miles
    Test number
    709424184182
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE PERISHING

Questions about J8 LKM

Does J8 LKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 LKM is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 LKM?
The MOT on J8 LKM is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 LKM done?
J8 LKM was recorded at 83,437 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 5,101 miles a year.
Has J8 LKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 LKM has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 LKM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jul 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J8 LKM find?
J8 LKM passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2553518 2mm; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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