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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

L20 AKHMOT history

L20 AKH is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 118,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L20 AKH black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
118,613 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 AKH
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
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 AKH was last recorded at 118,613 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,605 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,613 miles
  • 2018 – 117,551 miles
  • 2017 – 115,150 miles
  • 2016 – 111,613 miles
  • 2015 – 101,351 miles
  • 2014 – 86,013 miles
  • 2013 – 71,495 miles
  • 2012 – 57,781 miles
  • 2011 – 41,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,613 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Castor arm.

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Engine covers are fitted obscuring some topside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays are fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has a small chip in swept area nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 27 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,613 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    118,613 miles
    Test number
    332597345359
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail118,613 miles (+8)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,613 miles
    Test number
    392293456544
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail118,605 miles (+10)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,605 miles
    Test number
    270801592505
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Castor arm. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail118,595 miles (+1,044)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,595 miles
    Test number
    255870803978
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Location: wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Castor arm. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy and has slight travel when holding.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Camber arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly touching body .

  5. Pass117,551 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    117,551 miles
    Test number
    618303826261
    • AdvisoryEngine covers are fitted obscuring some topside components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays are fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has a small chip in swept area nearside

  6. Fail117,529 miles (+2,379)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,529 miles
    Test number
    204595626744
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Pipe ruptured during brake test (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre outer walls are worn and cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers are fitted obscuring some topside components
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear cross chassis brake pipe is slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays are fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has a small chip in swept area nearside

  7. Pass115,150 miles (+3,537)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    115,150 miles
    Test number
    678261678407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass111,613 miles (+10,262)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    111,613 miles
    Test number
    132447963317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    101,351 miles
    Test number
    249965405224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,350 miles (+15,337)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,350 miles
    Test number
    586395605212
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  11. Pass86,013 miles (+14,518)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    86,013 miles
    Test number
    656666104288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,495 miles (+13,714)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    71,495 miles
    Test number
    208710813268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,781 miles (+16,564)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,781 miles
    Test number
    748627022280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,217 miles
    Test number
    558129131243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 AKH

Does L20 AKH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 AKH is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 AKH?
The MOT on L20 AKH is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 AKH done?
L20 AKH was recorded at 118,613 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 5,284 miles a year.
Has L20 AKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 AKH has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 AKH 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 L20 AKH find?
L20 AKH passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both.

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