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Mercedes-Benz C

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 2,987 cc

L1 DXAMOT history

L1 DXA is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 142,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

L1 DXA grey Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
142,381 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 DXA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 DXA was last recorded at 142,381 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 2,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,480 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,901 miles
Average per year
7,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,381 miles
  • 2025 – 139,480 miles
  • 2024 – 137,662 miles
  • 2023 – 133,788 miles
  • 2022 – 128,612 miles
  • 2021 – 120,093 miles
  • 2020 – 112,140 miles
  • 2019 – 102,964 miles
  • 2018 – 96,910 miles
  • 2017 – 92,224 miles
  • 2016 – 86,971 miles
  • 2015 – 83,431 miles
  • 2014 – 65,570 miles
  • 2013 – 49,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,381 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryKnocking on off side front suspension
  • AdvisoryOil ,leak

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,381 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    142,381 miles
    Test number
    871872350751
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryKnocking on off side front suspension
    • AdvisoryOil ,leak

  2. Fail142,381 miles (+2,901)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,381 miles
    Test number
    309420939038
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryKnocking on off side front suspension
    • AdvisoryOil ,leak

  3. Pass139,480 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    139,480 miles
    Test number
    430356008739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail139,471 miles (+1,809)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,471 miles
    Test number
    137022629196
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass137,662 miles (+3,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    137,662 miles
    Test number
    858861141118
    • AdvisoryRear left licence plate bulb message on dash (both working)

  6. Pass133,788 miles (+5,176)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    133,788 miles
    Test number
    518393378221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass128,612 miles (+8,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,612 miles
    Test number
    220786344246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass120,093 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,093 miles
    Test number
    422430379600
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail120,089 miles (+7,949)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,089 miles
    Test number
    869227774095
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass112,140 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,140 miles
    Test number
    163046368353
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail112,134 miles (+9,170)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,134 miles
    Test number
    807439945359
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass102,964 miles (+6,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    102,964 miles
    Test number
    506644327858
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass96,910 miles (+4,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,910 miles
    Test number
    945198767602
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass92,224 miles (+5,253)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    92,224 miles
    Test number
    957346024655
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn close to the legal limit & worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass86,971 miles (+3,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    86,971 miles
    Test number
    722002509272
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted, obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass83,431 miles (+17,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    83,431 miles
    Test number
    583866596088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass65,570 miles (+15,875)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,570 miles
    Test number
    725608264242
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn out of shape on inner edge

  18. Pass49,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,695 miles
    Test number
    786865753212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 DXA

Does L1 DXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 DXA is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 DXA?
The MOT on L1 DXA is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 DXA done?
L1 DXA was recorded at 142,381 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 7,496 miles a year.
Has L1 DXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 DXA has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 DXA 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 L1 DXA find?
L1 DXA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: indicator switch faulty; knocking on off side front suspension; oil ,leak.

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