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Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,148 cc

L20 SJCMOT history

L20 SJC is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 35,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

L20 SJC blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
35,774 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 SJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 SJC was last recorded at 35,774 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 2,257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
33,517 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,257 miles
Average per year
1,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,774 miles
  • 2025 – 33,517 miles
  • 2024 – 30,763 miles
  • 2023 – 28,159 miles
  • 2022 – 26,182 miles
  • 2021 – 24,654 miles
  • 2020 – 24,020 miles
  • 2019 – 22,259 miles
  • 2018 – 21,785 miles
  • 2017 – 20,974 miles
  • 2016 – 20,664 miles
  • 2015 – 20,060 miles
  • 2014 – 19,177 miles
  • 2013 – 18,123 miles
  • 2012 – 17,228 miles
  • 2011 – 16,171 miles
  • 2010 – 14,635 miles
  • 2009 – 13,303 miles
  • 2008 – 11,797 miles
  • 2007 – 9,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,774 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,774 miles (+2,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    35,774 miles
    Test number
    717338097034
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass33,517 miles (+2,754)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    33,517 miles
    Test number
    535440663271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass30,763 miles (+2,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    30,763 miles
    Test number
    647063098085
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass28,159 miles (+1,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    28,159 miles
    Test number
    922854889465
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass26,182 miles (+1,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    26,182 miles
    Test number
    496948362342
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass24,654 miles (+634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    24,654 miles
    Test number
    377300183299
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass24,020 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    24,020 miles
    Test number
    762253916887
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail24,020 miles (+1,761)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,020 miles
    Test number
    467305862384
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass22,259 miles (+474)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    22,259 miles
    Test number
    252547901333
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  10. Pass21,785 miles (+811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    21,785 miles
    Test number
    862155092734
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass20,974 miles (+310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    20,974 miles
    Test number
    615931097564
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass20,664 miles (+604)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    20,664 miles
    Test number
    109042792471
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass20,060 miles (+883)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    20,060 miles
    Test number
    730289052488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass19,177 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    19,177 miles
    Test number
    635938154264
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail19,177 miles (+1,054)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,177 miles
    Test number
    956708254279
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass18,123 miles (+895)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    18,123 miles
    Test number
    125109663285
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass17,228 miles (+1,057)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,228 miles
    Test number
    525744362293
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass16,171 miles (+1,536)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    16,171 miles
    Test number
    246146061242
    • NoteEngine Management warning on.

  19. Pass14,635 miles (+1,332)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    14,635 miles
    Test number
    151535560283
    • NoteMinor play n/s/f wheel bearing

  20. Pass13,303 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    13,303 miles
    Test number
    122386769277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    11,797 miles
    Test number
    542549568297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail11,797 miles (+1,805)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,797 miles
    Test number
    691569468239
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass9,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    9,992 miles
    Test number
    521361267247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 SJC

Does L20 SJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 SJC is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 SJC?
The MOT on L20 SJC is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 SJC done?
L20 SJC was recorded at 35,774 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 1,356 miles a year.
Has L20 SJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 SJC has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on L20 SJC 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 SJC find?
L20 SJC passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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