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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

L1 EGDMOT history

L1 EGD is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 147,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

L1 EGD black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
147,891 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 EGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 EGD was last recorded at 147,891 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 7,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,817 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,074 miles
Average per year
9,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,891 miles
  • 2025 – 140,817 miles
  • 2024 – 133,740 miles
  • 2023 – 126,473 miles
  • 2022 – 118,027 miles
  • 2021 – 109,423 miles
  • 2020 – 101,668 miles
  • 2019 – 93,571 miles
  • 2018 – 83,163 miles
  • 2017 – 72,257 miles
  • 2016 – 61,586 miles
  • 2015 – 51,600 miles
  • 2014 – 41,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,891 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.

  • Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Both rear coil springs heavily corroded and weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,891 miles (+7,074)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    147,891 miles
    Test number
    726170226481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass140,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    140,817 miles
    Test number
    635845948640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail140,817 miles (+7,077)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,817 miles
    Test number
    793245455743
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass133,740 miles (+7,267)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    133,740 miles
    Test number
    698606494150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    126,473 miles
    Test number
    283840027271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail126,473 miles (+8,446)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,473 miles
    Test number
    572164066704
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass118,027 miles (+8,604)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,027 miles
    Test number
    569853749974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass109,423 miles (+7,755)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,423 miles
    Test number
    346956436660
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs heavily corroded and weakened
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers leaking and reduced damping action
    • AdvisoryN/s/r ride height sensor snapped / insecure
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre sidewall cut / damaged
  9. Pass101,668 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    101,668 miles
    Test number
    348127711736
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs heavily corroded and weakened
    • AdvisoryN/s/f lower suspension arm (forward) - worn and play detected
    • AdvisoryO/s/f lower suspension arm (forward) - worn and play detected
  10. Fail101,668 miles (+8,097)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,668 miles
    Test number
    592255320669
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded and scored
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs heavily corroded and weakened
    • AdvisoryN/s/f lower suspension arm (forward) - worn and play detected
    • AdvisoryO/s/f lower suspension arm (forward) - worn and play detected
    • AdvisoryRear brake application uneven and imbalanced
  11. Pass93,571 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,571 miles
    Test number
    686787732404
    • AdvisoryPlastic under-trays fitted obscuring testable components ( brake pipes, fuel lines Etc )
  12. Fail93,571 miles (+10,408)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,571 miles
    Test number
    642264162456
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inside Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inside Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront ride height sensor faulty & insecure
    • AdvisoryPlastic under-trays fitted obscuring testable components ( brake pipes, fuel lines Etc )
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre at wear indicators & side wall damaged/cut in several places
  13. Pass83,163 miles (+10,906)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,163 miles
    Test number
    463221599128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,257 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,257 miles
    Test number
    527640846550
    • AdvisoryFront tyres have side wall cuts
  15. Fail72,257 miles (+10,671)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,257 miles
    Test number
    691731003394
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres have side wall cuts
  16. Pass61,586 miles (+9,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,586 miles
    Test number
    264889996115
    • 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)
  17. Pass51,600 miles (+9,803)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    51,600 miles
    Test number
    726709639485
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play adjustable (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play adjustable (2.5.A.3c)
  18. Pass41,797 miles (+5,019)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    41,797 miles
    Test number
    706921964275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,778 miles
    Test number
    797960024172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 EGD

Does L1 EGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 EGD is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 EGD?
The MOT on L1 EGD is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 EGD done?
L1 EGD was recorded at 147,891 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 9,061 miles a year.
Has L1 EGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 EGD has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L1 EGD 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 EGD find?
L1 EGD passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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