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Mercedes-Benz C

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L16 DTGMOT history

L16 DTG is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 20 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 105,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

L16 DTG red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
105,798 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 DTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 DTG was last recorded at 105,798 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 9,045 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,753 miles · 19 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
9,045 miles
Average per year
7,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,798 miles
  • 2024 – 96,753 miles
  • 2023 – 88,901 miles
  • 2022 – 79,354 miles
  • 2021 – 66,901 miles
  • 2020 – 58,611 miles
  • 2019 – 51,526 miles
  • 2018 – 45,423 miles
  • 2017 – 40,902 miles
  • 2016 – 37,255 miles
  • 2015 – 33,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,798 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Rear tyres low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front wipers smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    105,798 miles
    Test number
    791794269662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail105,797 miles (+9,044)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,797 miles
    Test number
    429278004509
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut too cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass96,753 miles (+7,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,753 miles
    Test number
    769941936855
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,901 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,901 miles
    Test number
    651651846211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Tread damaged. Winter tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail88,901 miles (+9,547)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,901 miles
    Test number
    818248972357
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Tread damaged. Winter tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass79,354 miles (+213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,354 miles
    Test number
    534757326585
    • 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))

  7. Fail79,141 miles (+12,240)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,141 miles
    Test number
    224087489783
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass66,901 miles (+8,290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    66,901 miles
    Test number
    569043995734
    • 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))

  9. Pass58,611 miles (+7,085)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,611 miles
    Test number
    296525624232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    51,526 miles
    Test number
    869347115688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,526 miles (+6,103)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,526 miles
    Test number
    811493686949
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass45,423 miles (+4,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    45,423 miles
    Test number
    838904676388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass40,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    40,902 miles
    Test number
    445343188062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,902 miles (+3,647)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,902 miles
    Test number
    927449460966
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  15. Pass37,255 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    37,255 miles
    Test number
    884464324180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail37,255 miles (+4,046)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,255 miles
    Test number
    475887989182
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass33,209 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    33,209 miles
    Test number
    528860171734
    • AdvisoryRear tyres low
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  18. Fail33,096 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,096 miles
    Test number
    546616810780
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres low
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

Questions about L16 DTG

Does L16 DTG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 DTG is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on L16 DTG?
The MOT on L16 DTG is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 DTG done?
L16 DTG was recorded at 105,798 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 7,257 miles a year.
Has L16 DTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 DTG has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 DTG 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 L16 DTG find?
L16 DTG passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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