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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

L14 RYAMOT history

L14 RYA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 10 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 89,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

L14 RYA silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
89,961 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L14 RYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L14 RYA was last recorded at 89,961 miles on 14 May 2026, 625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,336 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
625 miles
Average per year
3,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,961 miles
  • 2025 – 88,772 miles
  • 2023 – 85,264 miles
  • 2022 – 84,103 miles
  • 2021 – 81,868 miles
  • 2020 – 80,179 miles
  • 2019 – 77,439 miles
  • 2018 – 73,672 miles
  • 2017 – 69,947 miles
  • 2016 – 66,774 miles
  • 2015 – 64,155 miles
  • 2014 – 60,175 miles
  • 2013 – 57,118 miles
  • 2012 – 54,482 miles
  • 2011 – 49,883 miles
  • 2010 – 45,733 miles
  • 2009 – 41,796 miles
  • 2008 – 38,742 miles
  • 2007 – 34,353 miles
  • 2006 – 28,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,961 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust fixings corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Both shock casings slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both lower and upper arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,961 miles (+625)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    89,961 miles
    Test number
    290975757089
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust fixings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Both shock casings slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both lower and upper arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail89,336 miles (+564)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,336 miles
    Test number
    394947961547
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner bush worn - front arm of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner bush worn - front arm of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Lens clouded over (4.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mount broken - held up with jubilee clip
    • AdvisoryModerate corrosion to underside of vehicle, especially rear subframe and suspension components

  3. Pass88,772 miles (+3,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,772 miles
    Test number
    455894572735
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass85,264 miles (+1,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    85,264 miles
    Test number
    725403448618
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foward track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass84,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    84,103 miles
    Test number
    603487132501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail84,103 miles (+2,235)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,103 miles
    Test number
    714304710049
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass81,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,868 miles
    Test number
    473440981046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail81,868 miles (+1,689)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,868 miles
    Test number
    113879973440
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass80,179 miles (+2,740)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2021
    Odometer
    80,179 miles
    Test number
    583719151835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,439 miles (+3,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2020
    Odometer
    77,439 miles
    Test number
    988190786154
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass73,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,672 miles
    Test number
    268447725632
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail73,672 miles (+3,725)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,672 miles
    Test number
    414001679280
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Gone white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass69,947 miles (+3,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,947 miles
    Test number
    753652389486
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Pass66,774 miles (+2,619)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,774 miles
    Test number
    149373123087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail in tread
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  15. Pass64,155 miles (+3,980)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,155 miles
    Test number
    279415325455
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass60,175 miles (+3,057)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,175 miles
    Test number
    857841624177
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass57,118 miles (+2,636)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,118 miles
    Test number
    398067923168
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass54,482 miles (+4,599)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,482 miles
    Test number
    298800732458
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass49,883 miles (+4,150)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,883 miles
    Test number
    416889021100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,733 miles (+3,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,733 miles
    Test number
    612523100118
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass41,796 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,796 miles
    Test number
    280947009151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,742 miles (+4,389)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    38,742 miles
    Test number
    282569518419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,353 miles
    Test number
    730560527180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,353 miles (+5,365)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,353 miles
    Test number
    164836617196
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass28,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,988 miles
    Test number
    794138406105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L14 RYA

Does L14 RYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L14 RYA is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L14 RYA?
The MOT on L14 RYA is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L14 RYA done?
L14 RYA was recorded at 89,961 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 3,038 miles a year.
Has L14 RYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L14 RYA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L14 RYA 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 L14 RYA find?
L14 RYA passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly twisted; central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; exhaust fixings corroded, and 5 more.

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