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Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,796 cc

L15 PHWMOT history

L15 PHW is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 67,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

L15 PHW black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
67,812 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 PHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 PHW was last recorded at 67,812 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 1,661 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,151 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,661 miles
Average per year
3,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,812 miles
  • 2025 – 66,151 miles
  • 2024 – 64,047 miles
  • 2023 – 62,048 miles
  • 2022 – 60,508 miles
  • 2021 – 56,744 miles
  • 2020 – 54,837 miles
  • 2019 – 51,617 miles
  • 2018 – 48,761 miles
  • 2017 – 45,261 miles
  • 2016 – 41,728 miles
  • 2015 – 37,680 miles
  • 2014 – 33,474 miles
  • 2013 – 29,311 miles
  • 2012 – 24,983 miles
  • 2011 – 20,720 miles
  • 2010 – 16,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,812 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Fronts (1.1.11 (c))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,812 miles (+1,661)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    67,812 miles
    Test number
    324024852228
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Fronts (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass66,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    66,151 miles
    Test number
    406739710696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Fail66,151 miles (+2,104)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,151 miles
    Test number
    559099709845
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass64,047 miles (+1,999)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    64,047 miles
    Test number
    391255716966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,048 miles (+1,540)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    62,048 miles
    Test number
    465208636745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,508 miles (+3,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,508 miles
    Test number
    799800913619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass56,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,744 miles
    Test number
    575026217014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail56,744 miles (+1,907)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,744 miles
    Test number
    675051319315
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass54,837 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    54,837 miles
    Test number
    247303374133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail54,837 miles (+3,220)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,837 miles
    Test number
    738779703577
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass51,617 miles (+2,856)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    51,617 miles
    Test number
    480376280264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass48,761 miles (+3,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    48,761 miles
    Test number
    148766088624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  13. Pass45,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,261 miles
    Test number
    295666380645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,261 miles (+3,533)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,261 miles
    Test number
    827190276435
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass41,728 miles (+4,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,728 miles
    Test number
    659716663603
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail37,680 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,680 miles
    Test number
    409449965031
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing inside edge

  17. Pass37,680 miles (+4,206)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,680 miles
    Test number
    589289265099
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing inside edge

  18. Pass33,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    33,474 miles
    Test number
    295223364099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,474 miles (+4,163)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,474 miles
    Test number
    167953264012
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass29,311 miles (+4,328)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    29,311 miles
    Test number
    166821073464
    • 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)
    • NoteO/S wiper smearing slightly

  21. Pass24,983 miles (+4,263)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,983 miles
    Test number
    816762962023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,720 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,720 miles
    Test number
    549120671003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail20,585 miles (+4,564)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,585 miles
    Test number
    427553861025
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

  24. Pass16,021 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    16,021 miles
    Test number
    901329940021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L15 PHW

Does L15 PHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 PHW is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 PHW?
The MOT on L15 PHW is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 PHW done?
L15 PHW was recorded at 67,812 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 3,237 miles a year.
Has L15 PHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 PHW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L15 PHW 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 L15 PHW find?
L15 PHW passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts.

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