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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,148 cc

L100 PAJMOT history

L100 PAJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 4 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 195,396 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

L100 PAJ black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
195,396 km
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L100 PAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L100 PAJ was last recorded at 195,396 km on 15 Apr 2026, 3 km more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,393 km · 13 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,396 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,396 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear back plates corroded but not significantly weakened
  • AdvisoryEngine cover and vehicle under trays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front Pads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rear Pads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,396 km (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    195,396 km
    Test number
    947275947697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear back plates corroded but not significantly weakened
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and vehicle under trays fitted

  2. Fail195,393 km1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,393 km
    Test number
    975094022138
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and vehicle under trays fitted

  3. Pass118,182 miles (+9,131)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,182 miles
    Test number
    812124861573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  4. Pass109,051 miles (+10,122)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    109,051 miles
    Test number
    841815313923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,929 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    98,929 miles
    Test number
    601904578273
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Fail98,929 miles (+9,563)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,929 miles
    Test number
    889571649304
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn arm to rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Pass89,366 miles (+7,899)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,366 miles
    Test number
    257839178725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,467 miles (+51)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    81,467 miles
    Test number
    394934553351
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail81,416 miles (+6,844)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,416 miles
    Test number
    264020107152
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened overheated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass74,572 miles (+9,539)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,572 miles
    Test number
    882337331509
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass65,033 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,033 miles
    Test number
    146925495388
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front Pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Rear Pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail65,017 miles (+6,091)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,017 miles
    Test number
    168839777312
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front Pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Rear Pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass58,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,926 miles
    Test number
    391409343475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,922 miles (+6,570)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,922 miles
    Test number
    623046487976
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded at floor and at flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass52,352 miles (+6,711)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,352 miles
    Test number
    286403766824
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes heavily greased

  16. Pass45,641 miles (+4,330)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    45,641 miles
    Test number
    499039259130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass41,311 miles (+4,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    41,311 miles
    Test number
    985857944245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass36,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    36,697 miles
    Test number
    306905453412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,688 miles (+6,110)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,688 miles
    Test number
    656885453279
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass30,578 miles (+31)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    30,578 miles
    Test number
    368786232247
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass30,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    30,547 miles
    Test number
    417398102197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L100 PAJ

Does L100 PAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L100 PAJ is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L100 PAJ?
The MOT on L100 PAJ is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L100 PAJ done?
L100 PAJ was recorded at 195,396 km at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026.
Has L100 PAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L100 PAJ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L100 PAJ 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 L100 PAJ find?
L100 PAJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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