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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,796 cc

L18 VAKMOT history

L18 VAK is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 28 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

L18 VAK black Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2027
Mileage
116,855 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 VAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 VAK was last recorded at 116,855 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 5,138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,717 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,138 miles
Average per year
6,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,855 miles
  • 2025 – 111,717 miles
  • 2024 – 103,380 miles
  • 2023 – 97,743 miles
  • 2022 – 94,598 miles
  • 2021 – 89,131 miles
  • 2020 – 85,276 miles
  • 2019 – 82,195 miles
  • 2018 – 75,821 miles
  • 2017 – 69,793 miles
  • 2016 – 62,263 miles
  • 2015 – 52,437 miles
  • 2014 – 42,906 miles
  • 2013 – 35,498 miles
  • 2012 – 26,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,855 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,855 miles (+5,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    116,855 miles
    Test number
    288128745175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass111,717 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    111,717 miles
    Test number
    245518446117
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail111,717 miles (+8,337)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,717 miles
    Test number
    375986011859
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass103,380 miles (+5,637)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    103,380 miles
    Test number
    569262501653
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass97,743 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    97,743 miles
    Test number
    250092336370
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail97,743 miles (+3,145)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,743 miles
    Test number
    150276838437
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass94,598 miles (+5,467)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    94,598 miles
    Test number
    540563815056
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass89,131 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    89,131 miles
    Test number
    611173996489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Fail89,131 miles (+3,855)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,131 miles
    Test number
    365261807224
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass85,276 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,276 miles
    Test number
    236705303933
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Fail85,276 miles (+3,081)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,276 miles
    Test number
    453269077669
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass82,195 miles (+6,374)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,195 miles
    Test number
    461765144077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass75,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    589431136701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail75,821 miles2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    999056279736
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  15. Fail75,821 miles (+6,028)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    234257843574
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass69,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,793 miles
    Test number
    693577684180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,793 miles (+7,530)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,793 miles
    Test number
    870133328746
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass62,263 miles (+9,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,263 miles
    Test number
    213256142084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass52,437 miles (+9,531)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    52,437 miles
    Test number
    787744995152
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass42,906 miles (+7,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    42,906 miles
    Test number
    348112504235
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass35,498 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,498 miles
    Test number
    859694303269
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail35,498 miles (+8,612)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,498 miles
    Test number
    405813003299
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass26,886 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    26,886 miles
    Test number
    396795502413
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about L18 VAK

Does L18 VAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 VAK is valid until 6 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 VAK?
The MOT on L18 VAK is valid until 6 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 VAK done?
L18 VAK was recorded at 116,855 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 6,322 miles a year.
Has L18 VAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 VAK has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 VAK 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 VAK find?
L18 VAK passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened.

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