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Grey · Diesel · 2018 · 1,950 cc

L18 KBCMOT history

L18 KBC is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 26 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 128,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

L18 KBC grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
128,782 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
18,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 KBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
26 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 KBC was last recorded at 128,782 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,777 miles · 27 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
18,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,782 miles
  • 2025 – 102,871 miles
  • 2024 – 82,811 miles
  • 2023 – 73,855 miles
  • 2022 – 58,917 miles
  • 2021 – 35,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,782 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

8 tests since 11 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,782 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    128,782 miles
    Test number
    465954211160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail128,777 miles (+25,906)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,777 miles
    Test number
    969985154565
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached strut rod mounting onto hub assembly. (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCheck brake message on.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass102,871 miles (+20,060)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,871 miles
    Test number
    983711697977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,811 miles (+8,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,811 miles
    Test number
    686131377484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass73,855 miles (+14,938)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,855 miles
    Test number
    255554240888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass58,917 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    58,917 miles
    Test number
    480712351010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail58,917 miles (+23,305)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,917 miles
    Test number
    284486654775
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass35,612 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    35,612 miles
    Test number
    810375793339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 275/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 245/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. 275/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L18 KBC

Does L18 KBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 KBC is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 KBC?
The MOT on L18 KBC is valid until 10 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 KBC done?
L18 KBC was recorded at 128,782 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 18,637 miles a year.
Has L18 KBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 KBC has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 KBC 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 KBC find?
L18 KBC passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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