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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L18 DURMOT history

L18 DUR is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 25 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 120,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

L18 DUR black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
120,732 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 DUR
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
25 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 DUR was last recorded at 120,732 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 6,264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,468 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,264 miles
Average per year
8,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,732 miles
  • 2024 – 114,468 miles
  • 2023 – 108,023 miles
  • 2022 – 99,019 miles
  • 2021 – 91,653 miles
  • 2020 – 85,830 miles
  • 2019 – 78,738 miles
  • 2018 – 69,142 miles
  • 2017 – 60,990 miles
  • 2016 – 48,994 miles
  • 2015 – 33,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,732 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,732 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    120,732 miles
    Test number
    233096480610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail120,372 miles (+5,904)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,372 miles
    Test number
    361134946474
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255 35 18w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass114,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    114,468 miles
    Test number
    613860958594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail114,468 miles (+6,445)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,468 miles
    Test number
    954557724439
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass108,023 miles (+9,004)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    108,023 miles
    Test number
    861152781007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,019 miles
    Test number
    892997726858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,018 miles (+7,365)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,018 miles
    Test number
    363938268462
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on 1.48 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on 1.58 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass91,653 miles (+5,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    91,653 miles
    Test number
    986134966473
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts corroded inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass85,830 miles (+7,092)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,830 miles
    Test number
    766172423884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,738 miles (+9,596)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,738 miles
    Test number
    153009629209
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass69,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    69,142 miles
    Test number
    526116264854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,142 miles (+8,152)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,142 miles
    Test number
    890312423628
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass60,990 miles (+11,996)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,990 miles
    Test number
    404232802779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,994 miles (+15,947)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    48,994 miles
    Test number
    580642767414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    33,047 miles
    Test number
    729321784126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 DUR

Does L18 DUR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 DUR is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L18 DUR?
The MOT on L18 DUR is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 DUR done?
L18 DUR was recorded at 120,732 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 8,621 miles a year.
Has L18 DUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 DUR has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 DUR 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 DUR find?
L18 DUR passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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