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Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,148 cc

L16 UROMOT history

L16 URO is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 22 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 217,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

L16 URO black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Aug 2027
Mileage
217,182 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 URO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 URO was last recorded at 217,182 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 3,239 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,943 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,239 miles
Average per year
8,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,182 miles
  • 2025 – 213,943 miles
  • 2024 – 205,105 miles
  • 2023 – 201,890 miles
  • 2022 – 198,573 miles
  • 2021 – 196,783 miles
  • 2020 – 195,514 miles
  • 2019 – 192,444 miles
  • 2018 – 188,981 miles
  • 2017 – 183,831 miles
  • 2016 – 176,996 miles
  • 2015 – 170,282 miles
  • 2014 – 149,763 miles
  • 2013 – 130,862 miles
  • 2011 – 103,974 miles
  • 2010 – 87,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,182 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,182 miles (+3,239)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    217,182 miles
    Test number
    334246788564
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass213,943 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    213,943 miles
    Test number
    933652427025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail213,941 miles (+8,836)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,941 miles
    Test number
    405242335848
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass205,105 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    205,105 miles
    Test number
    889570323711
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail205,105 miles (+3,215)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,105 miles
    Test number
    800452628043
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working BOTH REAR (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass201,890 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    201,890 miles
    Test number
    446609799310
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail201,890 miles (+3,317)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,890 miles
    Test number
    237658703687
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure SIDEWALL SEVERLEY CRACKED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass198,573 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    198,573 miles
    Test number
    746125667226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail198,573 miles (+1,790)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,573 miles
    Test number
    957902901817
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass196,783 miles (+1,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    196,783 miles
    Test number
    546576310016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake flexi hoses starting to perrish/wear

  11. Pass195,514 miles (+3,070)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    195,514 miles
    Test number
    774108822353
    • AdvisoryAll Brake Flexible Hoses Starting To Perish
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers And Under-Trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight Exhaust Blow From Around Turbo

  12. Pass192,444 miles (+3,463)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    192,444 miles
    Test number
    170762650082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass188,981 miles (+5,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    188,981 miles
    Test number
    835656141638
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass183,831 miles (+6,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    183,831 miles
    Test number
    158100231649
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass176,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    176,996 miles
    Test number
    721259962386
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail176,996 miles (+6,714)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,996 miles
    Test number
    373697677526
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass170,282 miles (+20,519)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    170,282 miles
    Test number
    578361035215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail149,763 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,763 miles
    Test number
    249666914166
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  19. Pass149,763 miles (+18,901)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    149,763 miles
    Test number
    319786814144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass130,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    130,862 miles
    Test number
    266633393045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail130,862 miles (+26,888)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,862 miles
    Test number
    639252093072
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass103,974 miles (+16,422)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    103,974 miles
    Test number
    918690431331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass87,552 miles (+8,817)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    87,552 miles
    Test number
    464056300316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,735 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    78,735 miles
    Test number
    971740460154
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll items not fully checked due to manufactures covers fitted
    • NoteFront nearside tyre wearing on outer edge

  25. Fail78,735 miles1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,735 miles
    Test number
    271720060119
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll items not fully checked due to manufactures covers fitted
    • NoteFront nearside tyre wearing on outer edge

Questions about L16 URO

Does L16 URO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 URO is valid until 22 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 URO?
The MOT on L16 URO is valid until 22 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 URO done?
L16 URO was recorded at 217,182 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 8,561 miles a year.
Has L16 URO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 URO has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 URO 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 URO find?
L16 URO passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 1 more.

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