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White · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

L15 EFTMOT history

L15 EFT is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 143,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2023.

L15 EFT white Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2024
Mileage
143,822 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 EFT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 EFT was last recorded at 143,822 miles on 4 Sept 2023, 5,632 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Aug 2012: 78,083 miles, lower than 133,042 miles on 12 Aug 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
138,190 miles · 13 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
5,632 miles
Average per year
3,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 143,822 miles
  • 2022 – 138,190 miles
  • 2021 – 132,674 miles
  • 2020 – 127,331 miles
  • 2019 – 122,105 miles
  • 2018 – 117,262 miles
  • 2017 – 114,309 miles
  • 2016 – 108,733 miles
  • 2015 – 102,381 miles
  • 2014 – 96,242 miles
  • 2013 – 85,813 miles
  • 2012 – 78,083 miles
  • 2011 – 133,042 miles
  • 2009 – 131,670 miles
  • 2008 – 108,198 miles
  • 2007 – 88,420 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,822 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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,822 miles (+5,632)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    143,822 miles
    Test number
    167163626147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,190 miles (+5,516)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    138,190 miles
    Test number
    284590039873
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOsf wing mirror glass is misty
    • AdvisoryRear under body covered with under seal

  3. Pass132,674 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    132,674 miles
    Test number
    501606380812
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured and rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both wheels (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious brake and fuel pipes are corroded

  4. Fail132,674 miles (+5,343)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,674 miles
    Test number
    806018182327
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured and rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both wheels (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious brake and fuel pipes are corroded

  5. Pass127,331 miles (+5,226)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    127,331 miles
    Test number
    184447319449
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamps poor output both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass122,105 miles (+4,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,105 miles
    Test number
    973641539164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  7. Pass117,262 miles (+2,953)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    117,262 miles
    Test number
    812690517876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass114,309 miles (+5,576)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    114,309 miles
    Test number
    605164677084
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass108,733 miles (+6,352)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    108,733 miles
    Test number
    963760740925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,381 miles (+6,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    102,381 miles
    Test number
    714703065005
    • AdvisoryInner rear metal brake pipes rusty

  11. Pass96,242 miles (+10,429)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    96,242 miles
    Test number
    247959544292
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass85,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    85,813 miles
    Test number
    878168623290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,811 miles (+7,728)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,811 miles
    Test number
    397138623424
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass78,083 miles (-54,959)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    78,083 miles
    Test number
    876281422260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass133,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    133,042 miles
    Test number
    979594921290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail133,042 miles (+1,372)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,042 miles
    Test number
    759754621246
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald on edges
    • NoteHigh level brake light obscured
    • NoteSlight play handbrake pedal

  17. Fail131,670 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,670 miles
    Test number
    301490259445
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  18. Pass131,670 miles (+23,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    131,670 miles
    Test number
    842210159244
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  19. Pass108,198 miles (+19,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    108,198 miles
    Test number
    691202148265
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass88,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    88,420 miles
    Test number
    414193347248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,418 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,418 miles
    Test number
    344103547292
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L15 EFT

Does L15 EFT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L15 EFT expired on 5 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L15 EFT?
The MOT on L15 EFT expired on 5 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L15 EFT done?
L15 EFT was recorded at 143,822 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2023, an average of 3,460 miles a year.
Has L15 EFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 EFT has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on L15 EFT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Aug 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L15 EFT find?
L15 EFT passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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