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Red · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

L15 RCYMOT history

L15 RCY is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 46,657 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

L15 RCY red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
46,657 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 RCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 RCY was last recorded at 46,657 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 7,924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,733 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,924 miles
Average per year
2,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,657 miles
  • 2025 – 38,733 miles
  • 2023 – 37,170 miles
  • 2022 – 35,910 miles
  • 2021 – 34,870 miles
  • 2020 – 33,613 miles
  • 2018 – 31,243 miles
  • 2017 – 27,388 miles
  • 2016 – 24,512 miles
  • 2015 – 21,686 miles
  • 2014 – 20,611 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,657 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre sidewall cut 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre slightly worn on outer edge 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strongly recommend renewal 225/35R18 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,657 miles (+7,924)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    46,657 miles
    Test number
    364742470546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre sidewall cut 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre slightly worn on outer edge 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strongly recommend renewal 225/35R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges 225/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass38,733 miles (+1,563)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    38,733 miles
    Test number
    365456779831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass37,170 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    37,170 miles
    Test number
    722227446091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass35,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    35,910 miles
    Test number
    235783264185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail35,910 miles (+1,040)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,910 miles
    Test number
    889380350266
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass34,870 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    34,870 miles
    Test number
    145605156359
    • 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))

  7. Fail34,870 miles (+1,257)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,870 miles
    Test number
    628521496016
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass33,613 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    33,613 miles
    Test number
    283101873692
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail33,613 miles (+2,370)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,613 miles
    Test number
    709929474045
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass31,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    31,243 miles
    Test number
    811278775390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail31,241 miles (+3,853)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,241 miles
    Test number
    919526514163
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass27,388 miles (+2,876)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    27,388 miles
    Test number
    303967821067
    • AdvisoryCentral Front eml on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass24,512 miles (+2,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    24,512 miles
    Test number
    184865731146
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass21,686 miles (+1,075)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    21,686 miles
    Test number
    786180935052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    20,611 miles
    Test number
    636137084040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 RCY

Does L15 RCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 RCY is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 RCY?
The MOT on L15 RCY is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 RCY done?
L15 RCY was recorded at 46,657 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 2,197 miles a year.
Has L15 RCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 RCY has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L15 RCY 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 RCY find?
L15 RCY passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre sidewall cut 225/40r18; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre slightly worn on outer edge 225/40r18; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strongly recommend renewal 225/35r18, and 1 more.

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