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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

L18 UUUMOT history

L18 UUU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 11 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 178,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2022.

L18 UUU black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2023
Mileage
178,500 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2022
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 UUU
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
11 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 UUU was last recorded at 178,500 miles on 22 Nov 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,500 miles · 21 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 178,500 miles
  • 2021 – 167,000 miles
  • 2020 – 158,097 miles
  • 2019 – 152,605 miles
  • 2018 – 146,179 miles
  • 2017 – 138,759 miles
  • 2016 – 121,639 miles
  • 2015 – 114,390 miles
  • 2014 – 98,127 miles
  • 2013 – 87,401 miles
  • 2012 – 71,693 miles
  • 2011 – 55,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,500 miles
  • AdvisoryFront bumper insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Lower bumper insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear gearbox mounting deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryEml onRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,500 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    178,500 miles
    Test number
    424918908308
    • AdvisoryFront bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryRear gearbox mounting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEml on

  2. Fail178,500 miles (+214)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,500 miles
    Test number
    922705854392
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch liner insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryRear gearbox mounting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEml on

  3. Fail178,286 miles (+11,286)3 dangerous11 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,286 miles
    Test number
    638120539397
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected battery (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake flexi hose loose in bracket
    • AdvisoryOffside Front splash gaurd insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting deteriorated

  4. Pass167,000 miles (+8,903)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    167,000 miles
    Test number
    203370513693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play LOWER ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH TRACK CONTROL ARMS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass158,097 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    158,097 miles
    Test number
    370699464994
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Fail158,097 miles (+5,492)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,097 miles
    Test number
    737468686306
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass152,605 miles (+6,426)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    152,605 miles
    Test number
    236083699545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass146,179 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    146,179 miles
    Test number
    828814436929
    • AdvisoryEngine/brake pipe cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail146,177 miles (+7,418)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,177 miles
    Test number
    474758738335
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine/brake pipe cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass138,759 miles (+17,120)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    138,759 miles
    Test number
    471326067167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,639 miles (+7,249)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    121,639 miles
    Test number
    726015282427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,390 miles (+16,263)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    114,390 miles
    Test number
    657815105110
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass98,127 miles (+10,726)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    98,127 miles
    Test number
    698811114182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,401 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    87,401 miles
    Test number
    255815303141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail87,401 miles (+15,708)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,401 miles
    Test number
    635595603189
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass71,693 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,693 miles
    Test number
    589073102137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,692 miles (+16,274)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,692 miles
    Test number
    836632002129
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass55,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,418 miles
    Test number
    329109801135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 UUU

Does L18 UUU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 UUU expired on 21 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 UUU?
The MOT on L18 UUU expired on 21 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 UUU done?
L18 UUU was recorded at 178,500 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2022, an average of 10,615 miles a year.
Has L18 UUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 UUU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L18 UUU 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 UUU find?
L18 UUU passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2022 with 8 advisories: front bumper insecure; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis; offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis, and 5 more.

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