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Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,143 cc

K31 EMLMOT history

K31 EML is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Oct 2009. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 139,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

K31 EML grey Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2026
Mileage
139,532 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 EML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 EML was last recorded at 139,532 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 7,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,715 miles · 12 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,817 miles
Average per year
7,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,532 miles
  • 2024 – 131,715 miles
  • 2023 – 122,772 miles
  • 2022 – 109,523 miles
  • 2021 – 102,015 miles
  • 2020 – 97,840 miles
  • 2019 – 95,162 miles
  • 2018 – 92,457 miles
  • 2017 – 88,334 miles
  • 2016 – 83,800 miles
  • 2015 – 80,800 miles
  • 2014 – 77,223 miles
  • 2013 – 57,705 miles
  • 2012 – 42,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,532 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,532 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    139,532 miles
    Test number
    577405233886
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,532 miles (+7,817)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,532 miles
    Test number
    210575896564
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,715 miles (+8,943)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    131,715 miles
    Test number
    518524077715
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass122,772 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    122,772 miles
    Test number
    816755694577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail122,668 miles (+13,145)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,668 miles
    Test number
    972404475747
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,523 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    109,523 miles
    Test number
    869461143556
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail109,520 miles (+7,505)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,520 miles
    Test number
    360438599562
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass102,015 miles (+4,175)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,015 miles
    Test number
    147266118006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass97,840 miles (+2,678)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,840 miles
    Test number
    870982983754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,162 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    95,162 miles
    Test number
    252589324509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,457 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    92,457 miles
    Test number
    172942906916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,334 miles (+4,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    88,334 miles
    Test number
    786770854833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 225/40/18 tyre cuts on outer wall

  13. Pass83,800 miles (+3,000)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    83,800 miles
    Test number
    427800612574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,800 miles
    Test number
    394453802945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,800 miles (+3,577)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,800 miles
    Test number
    346257048643
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass77,223 miles (+19,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    77,223 miles
    Test number
    947712484264
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass57,705 miles (+15,701)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    57,705 miles
    Test number
    606120883279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    42,004 miles
    Test number
    245623482255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K31 EML

Does K31 EML currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K31 EML expired on 28 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K31 EML?
The MOT on K31 EML expired on 28 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K31 EML done?
K31 EML was recorded at 139,532 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 7,523 miles a year.
Has K31 EML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 EML has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K31 EML 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 K31 EML find?
K31 EML passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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