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Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,796 cc

L18 TSLMOT history

L18 TSL is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 25 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 109,658 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

L18 TSL black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
109,658 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 TSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 TSL was last recorded at 109,658 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 4,477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,181 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,477 miles
Average per year
6,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,658 miles
  • 2024 – 101,386 miles
  • 2023 – 95,710 miles
  • 2022 – 95,676 miles
  • 2021 – 89,124 miles
  • 2020 – 87,687 miles
  • 2019 – 81,232 miles
  • 2018 – 76,064 miles
  • 2017 – 67,583 miles
  • 2016 – 59,065 miles
  • 2015 – 47,591 miles
  • 2014 – 34,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,658 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    109,658 miles
    Test number
    197544717555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail109,658 miles (+4,477)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,658 miles
    Test number
    666144258534
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass105,181 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    105,181 miles
    Test number
    299552909532
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail105,181 miles (+3,795)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,181 miles
    Test number
    691645886203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass101,386 miles (+5,676)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,386 miles
    Test number
    440920353248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,710 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,710 miles
    Test number
    329473902489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,676 miles (+6,552)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,676 miles
    Test number
    335580104562
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened front and rear of lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened front and rear of lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass89,124 miles (+1,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    89,124 miles
    Test number
    795117105075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass87,687 miles (+6,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,687 miles
    Test number
    969014954281
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass81,232 miles (+5,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,232 miles
    Test number
    330453715146
    • 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))

  11. Pass76,064 miles (+8,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    76,064 miles
    Test number
    789910011255
    • AdvisoryFront tyres low on tread

  12. Pass67,583 miles (+8,518)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    67,583 miles
    Test number
    124994045633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,065 miles (+11,474)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,065 miles
    Test number
    930674211399
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing front windscreen

  14. Pass47,591 miles (+12,775)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    47,591 miles
    Test number
    699642225054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    34,816 miles
    Test number
    885642524006
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail34,816 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,816 miles
    Test number
    996302824089
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about L18 TSL

Does L18 TSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 TSL is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 TSL?
The MOT on L18 TSL is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 TSL done?
L18 TSL was recorded at 109,658 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 6,280 miles a year.
Has L18 TSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 TSL has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 TSL 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 TSL find?
L18 TSL passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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