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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

L111 DLNMOT history

L111 DLN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2022 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 111,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2022.

L111 DLN silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2022
Mileage
111,085 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 DLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L111 DLN was last recorded at 111,085 miles on 25 Mar 2022, 10,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,197 miles · 27 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
10,888 miles
Average per year
5,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 111,085 miles
  • 2021 – 100,197 miles
  • 2020 – 95,530 miles
  • 2018 – 86,922 miles
  • 2017 – 79,875 miles
  • 2016 – 69,345 miles
  • 2015 – 67,423 miles
  • 2014 – 64,665 miles
  • 2013 – 60,707 miles
  • 2012 – 53,928 miles
  • 2011 – 49,669 miles
  • 2010 – 45,033 miles
  • 2008 – 37,131 miles
  • 2007 – 29,402 miles
  • 2006 – 21,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,085 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury tail light (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Indicator switch faulty

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • EML ON

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,085 miles (+10,888)5 dangerous11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,085 miles
    Test number
    207852387877
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury tail light (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass100,197 miles (+4,667)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,197 miles
    Test number
    696812739586
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass95,530 miles (+158)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,530 miles
    Test number
    532255872294
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail95,372 miles (+8,450)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,372 miles
    Test number
    765277220121
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury trim protruding (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty does not hold the offside position automatically (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective snapped, system still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside rear infront of wheel arhces sill area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  5. Pass86,922 miles (+9)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    86,922 miles
    Test number
    160175514428
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail86,913 miles (+7,038)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,913 miles
    Test number
    104754124893
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass79,875 miles (+10,530)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    79,875 miles
    Test number
    680685530254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,345 miles (+1,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,345 miles
    Test number
    629402985786
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  9. Pass67,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,423 miles
    Test number
    381079093767
    • AdvisoryEML ON

  10. Fail67,423 miles (+2,758)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,423 miles
    Test number
    570148449077
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEML ON

  11. Pass64,665 miles (+3,958)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    64,665 miles
    Test number
    318947214319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteExhaust mount broken system still supported

  12. Pass60,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    60,707 miles
    Test number
    209639303366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,707 miles (+3,470)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,707 miles
    Test number
    309238603307
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass57,237 miles (+103)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    57,237 miles
    Test number
    958726243077
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail57,134 miles (+3,206)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,134 miles
    Test number
    345777933039
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass53,928 miles (+4,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    53,928 miles
    Test number
    767818632020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass49,669 miles (+4,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,669 miles
    Test number
    378303961051
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass45,033 miles (+7,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,033 miles
    Test number
    870224770072
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass37,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,131 miles
    Test number
    323663958423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,131 miles (+7,729)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,131 miles
    Test number
    742583458284
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

  21. Pass29,402 miles (+8,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    29,402 miles
    Test number
    944760297130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  22. Pass21,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,336 miles
    Test number
    871081596111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L111 DLN

Does L111 DLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L111 DLN expired on 26 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L111 DLN?
The MOT on L111 DLN expired on 26 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L111 DLN done?
L111 DLN was recorded at 111,085 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2022, an average of 5,714 miles a year.
Has L111 DLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 DLN has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L111 DLN 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 L111 DLN find?
L111 DLN failed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2022 with 5 dangerous defects, 11 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment; nearside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; offside front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened, and 15 more.

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