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Black · Diesel · 2015 · 2,143 cc

L18 CPTMOT history

L18 CPT is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 21 Apr 2015. Its MOT is valid until 14 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 98,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

L18 CPT black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,086 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 CPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
21 Apr 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 CPT was last recorded at 98,086 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,820 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
266 miles
Average per year
7,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,086 miles
  • 2025 – 91,509 miles
  • 2024 – 84,385 miles
  • 2023 – 76,676 miles
  • 2022 – 66,993 miles
  • 2021 – 58,136 miles
  • 2020 – 53,107 miles
  • 2019 – 45,792 miles
  • 2018 – 38,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,086 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 13 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,086 miles (+266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,086 miles
    Test number
    464254811531
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail97,820 miles (+6,311)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,820 miles
    Test number
    345134263861
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn and boot split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  3. Pass91,509 miles (+7,124)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    91,509 miles
    Test number
    270559608561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,385 miles (+7,709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,385 miles
    Test number
    435274764899
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint dust cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass76,676 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,676 miles
    Test number
    489787505047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,634 miles (+9,641)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,634 miles
    Test number
    500031152029
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
  7. Pass66,993 miles (+8,857)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,993 miles
    Test number
    329235180290
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  8. Pass58,136 miles (+5,029)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    58,136 miles
    Test number
    303787689139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    53,107 miles
    Test number
    320956682087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,107 miles (+7,315)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,107 miles
    Test number
    882900309517
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass45,792 miles (+7,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    45,792 miles
    Test number
    144676325147
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass38,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    38,503 miles
    Test number
    175119041821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 CPT

Does L18 CPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 CPT is valid until 14 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 CPT?
The MOT on L18 CPT is valid until 14 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 CPT done?
L18 CPT was recorded at 98,086 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 7,448 miles a year.
Has L18 CPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 CPT has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 CPT 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 L18 CPT find?
L18 CPT passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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