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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

L18 HUDMOT history

L18 HUD is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 12 Dec 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 175,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2024.

L18 HUD black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2025
Mileage
175,306 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2024
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 HUD
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
12 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 HUD was last recorded at 175,306 miles on 8 Aug 2024, 3,432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
171,874 miles · 15 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
3,432 miles
Average per year
9,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 175,306 miles
  • 2023 – 171,874 miles
  • 2022 – 164,035 miles
  • 2021 – 157,670 miles
  • 2019 – 149,452 miles
  • 2018 – 140,982 miles
  • 2017 – 132,498 miles
  • 2016 – 122,085 miles
  • 2015 – 109,602 miles
  • 2014 – 98,177 miles
  • 2013 – 84,879 miles
  • 2012 – 69,792 miles
  • 2011 – 55,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,306 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,306 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    175,306 miles
    Test number
    256239724987
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail175,306 miles (+3,432)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,306 miles
    Test number
    276127037357
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass171,874 miles (+7,839)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    171,874 miles
    Test number
    690395060253
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass164,035 miles (+6,365)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    164,035 miles
    Test number
    873679745251
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,670 miles (+8,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    157,670 miles
    Test number
    380154614884
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass149,452 miles (+8,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    149,452 miles
    Test number
    191709663220
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass140,982 miles (+8,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    140,982 miles
    Test number
    328773064486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass132,498 miles (+10,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    132,498 miles
    Test number
    732467855126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits 2454017 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits 2454017 (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass122,085 miles (+12,483)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    122,085 miles
    Test number
    426180514379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,602 miles (+11,425)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    109,602 miles
    Test number
    598303003153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,177 miles (+13,298)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    98,177 miles
    Test number
    928618734374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,879 miles (+15,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    84,879 miles
    Test number
    638744443353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass69,792 miles (+14,528)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    69,792 miles
    Test number
    448935542334
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass55,264 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    55,264 miles
    Test number
    669233531327
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/front tyre low tread on outer edge
    • NoteRear brake pads app. 85% worn, disc's slightly lipped

  15. Fail55,264 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,264 miles
    Test number
    908833531321
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/front tyre low tread on outer edge
    • NoteRear brake pads app. 85% worn, disc's slightly lipped

Questions about L18 HUD

Does L18 HUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 HUD expired on 7 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 HUD?
The MOT on L18 HUD expired on 7 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 HUD done?
L18 HUD was recorded at 175,306 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2024, an average of 9,458 miles a year.
Has L18 HUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 HUD has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 HUD 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 HUD find?
L18 HUD passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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