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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L16 JWWMOT history

L16 JWW is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 7 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 123,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

L16 JWW black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
123,086 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 JWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 JWW was last recorded at 123,086 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,086 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,086 miles
  • 2025 – 117,200 miles
  • 2024 – 113,527 miles
  • 2023 – 110,053 miles
  • 2022 – 106,511 miles
  • 2021 – 101,427 miles
  • 2020 – 95,721 miles
  • 2019 – 85,402 miles
  • 2018 – 69,823 miles
  • 2017 – 53,997 miles
  • 2016 – 38,770 miles
  • 2015 – 29,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,086 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,086 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    123,086 miles
    Test number
    949644200644
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail123,086 miles (+5,886)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,086 miles
    Test number
    288476235278
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass117,200 miles (+3,673)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    117,200 miles
    Test number
    199479646652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,527 miles (+3,474)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    113,527 miles
    Test number
    139198609895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass110,053 miles (+3,542)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    110,053 miles
    Test number
    919356111659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass106,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    106,511 miles
    Test number
    705425126721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail106,511 miles (+5,084)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,511 miles
    Test number
    505739292350
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  8. Pass101,427 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    101,427 miles
    Test number
    223984852713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,423 miles (+5,702)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,423 miles
    Test number
    215238567272
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass95,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    95,721 miles
    Test number
    538184161858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail95,721 miles (+10,319)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,721 miles
    Test number
    357654976930
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded FONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded FONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  12. Pass85,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,402 miles
    Test number
    821018688471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,402 miles (+15,579)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,402 miles
    Test number
    893909904960
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  14. Pass69,823 miles (+15,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,823 miles
    Test number
    436171729877
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  15. Pass53,997 miles (+15,227)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,997 miles
    Test number
    366916343803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,770 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,770 miles
    Test number
    759959013835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,499 miles (+9,239)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,499 miles
    Test number
    704381324457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    29,260 miles
    Test number
    286286655110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 JWW

Does L16 JWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 JWW is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 JWW?
The MOT on L16 JWW is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 JWW done?
L16 JWW was recorded at 123,086 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 8,276 miles a year.
Has L16 JWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 JWW has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 JWW 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 JWW find?
L16 JWW passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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