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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

K40 LYTMOT history

K40 LYT is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2025 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 119,835 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2024.

K40 LYT black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2025
Mileage
119,835 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2024
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 LYT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 LYT was last recorded at 119,835 miles on 2 Nov 2024, 109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,726 miles · 20 May 2024
Between the last two tests
109 miles
Average per year
6,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 119,835 miles
  • 2023 – 117,992 miles
  • 2021 – 117,046 miles
  • 2019 – 100,538 miles
  • 2018 – 95,211 miles
  • 2017 – 88,827 miles
  • 2016 – 84,149 miles
  • 2015 – 75,166 miles
  • 2014 – 64,007 miles
  • 2013 – 48,643 miles
  • 2012 – 45,338 miles
  • 2011 – 32,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,835 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Engine cover undertrays and plastic sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,835 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    119,835 miles
    Test number
    302538917510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail119,726 miles (+1,734)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,726 miles
    Test number
    847101950335
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass117,992 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    117,992 miles
    Test number
    541048534178
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover undertrays and plastic sill covers fitted
  4. Fail117,982 miles (+936)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,982 miles
    Test number
    451175631773
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover undertrays and plastic sill covers fitted
  5. Pass117,046 miles (+16,508)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    117,046 miles
    Test number
    613173499544
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass100,538 miles (+5,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,538 miles
    Test number
    127231808837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass95,211 miles (+6,384)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    95,211 miles
    Test number
    724687143833
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  8. Pass88,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,827 miles
    Test number
    610146088394
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  9. Fail88,827 miles (+4,678)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,827 miles
    Test number
    309809882085
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass84,149 miles (+8,983)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    84,149 miles
    Test number
    947852644434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Pass75,166 miles (+11,159)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    75,166 miles
    Test number
    958775390883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,007 miles (+15,364)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,007 miles
    Test number
    347233354239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,643 miles (+3,305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,643 miles
    Test number
    456750663297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass45,338 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    45,338 miles
    Test number
    639411372200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,086 miles (+10,028)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,086 miles
    Test number
    708082052136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,058 miles
    Test number
    885409951182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 LYT

Does K40 LYT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K40 LYT expired on 1 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K40 LYT?
The MOT on K40 LYT expired on 1 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K40 LYT done?
K40 LYT was recorded at 119,835 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2024, an average of 6,548 miles a year.
Has K40 LYT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 LYT has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on K40 LYT 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 K40 LYT find?
K40 LYT passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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