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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

L16 KOPMOT history

L16 KOP is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 29 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

L16 KOP black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
113,640 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 KOP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 KOP was last recorded at 113,640 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 1,016 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,624 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,016 miles
Average per year
5,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,640 miles
  • 2025 – 112,624 miles
  • 2024 – 111,227 miles
  • 2023 – 109,506 miles
  • 2022 – 108,657 miles
  • 2021 – 107,426 miles
  • 2020 – 106,451 miles
  • 2019 – 103,026 miles
  • 2018 – 96,179 miles
  • 2017 – 89,840 miles
  • 2016 – 82,420 miles
  • 2015 – 75,206 miles
  • 2014 – 64,550 miles
  • 2013 – 55,611 miles
  • 2012 – 43,784 miles
  • 2011 – 29,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,640 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear facing (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear discs worn/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear suspension bushs perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,640 miles (+1,016)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    113,640 miles
    Test number
    210335451000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,624 miles (+1,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    112,624 miles
    Test number
    790759144462
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,227 miles (+1,721)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    111,227 miles
    Test number
    387963356329
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass109,506 miles (+849)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    109,506 miles
    Test number
    847585000443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,657 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    108,657 miles
    Test number
    502887588380
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear discs worn/corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushs perished

  6. FailMileage not read4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    613979235265
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear discs worn/corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushs perished

  7. Pass107,426 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,426 miles
    Test number
    442778743448
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail107,426 miles (+975)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,426 miles
    Test number
    130937594885
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass106,451 miles (+3,425)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    106,451 miles
    Test number
    136942907427
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass103,026 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    103,026 miles
    Test number
    246124561188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail103,006 miles (+6,827)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,006 miles
    Test number
    780475558038
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass96,179 miles (+6,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,179 miles
    Test number
    665595194949
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront o/s link bar rubber splitting

  13. Pass89,840 miles (+7,420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    89,840 miles
    Test number
    796820525091
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs are worn and corroded
    • AdvisoryFront off side tyre is worn close to the limit

  14. Pass82,420 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,420 miles
    Test number
    609244091731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,389 miles (+7,183)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,389 miles
    Test number
    719778249833
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass75,206 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    75,206 miles
    Test number
    228513475113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteCrack in windowscreen not in drivers view of road

  17. Fail75,204 miles (+10,654)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,204 miles
    Test number
    116053675196
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteCrack in windowscreen not in drivers view of road

  18. Pass64,550 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,550 miles
    Test number
    436388474193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,544 miles (+8,933)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,544 miles
    Test number
    345297674155
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear nears ide tyre is worn close to the legal limit

  20. Pass55,611 miles (+11,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,611 miles
    Test number
    285837293119
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass43,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    43,784 miles
    Test number
    216214572125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,784 miles (+14,070)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,784 miles
    Test number
    396404672166
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass29,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,714 miles
    Test number
    216789771459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 KOP

Does L16 KOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 KOP is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 KOP?
The MOT on L16 KOP is valid until 14 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 KOP done?
L16 KOP was recorded at 113,640 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 5,487 miles a year.
Has L16 KOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 KOP has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on L16 KOP 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 KOP find?
L16 KOP passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear facing.

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