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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L20 WDCMOT history

L20 WDC is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 148,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

L20 WDC silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
148,271 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 WDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 WDC was last recorded at 148,271 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 7,012 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,259 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,012 miles
Average per year
11,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,271 miles
  • 2025 – 141,259 miles
  • 2024 – 130,392 miles
  • 2023 – 120,251 miles
  • 2022 – 94,427 miles
  • 2021 – 81,443 miles
  • 2019 – 62,038 miles
  • 2018 – 41,997 miles
  • 2017 – 36,294 miles
  • 2016 – 30,379 miles
  • 2015 – 23,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,271 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,271 miles (+7,012)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    148,271 miles
    Test number
    117467877189
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Pass141,259 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    141,259 miles
    Test number
    168596552667
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail141,257 miles (+10,865)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,257 miles
    Test number
    984512827619
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass130,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    130,392 miles
    Test number
    220518287995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail130,392 miles (+10,141)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,392 miles
    Test number
    220367239879
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass120,251 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    120,251 miles
    Test number
    664610287451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff
  7. Fail120,251 miles (+25,824)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,251 miles
    Test number
    698687081986
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear of wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff
  8. Pass94,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    94,427 miles
    Test number
    189918336583
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  9. Fail94,427 miles (+12,984)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,427 miles
    Test number
    958736999870
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  10. Pass81,443 miles (+192)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,443 miles
    Test number
    748137133348
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn both sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to register
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing full inspection
  11. Fail81,251 miles (+19,213)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,251 miles
    Test number
    161623159989
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (as marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register
  12. Pass62,038 miles (+20,041)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,038 miles
    Test number
    529148821033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,997 miles (+5,703)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    41,997 miles
    Test number
    881346729558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,294 miles (+5,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    36,294 miles
    Test number
    200088570608
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded into flex (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Pass30,379 miles (+7,064)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    30,379 miles
    Test number
    994444063294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,315 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    23,315 miles
    Test number
    861456151409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit dead on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also has nail in it (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L20 WDC

Does L20 WDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 WDC is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 WDC?
The MOT on L20 WDC is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 WDC done?
L20 WDC was recorded at 148,271 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 11,907 miles a year.
Has L20 WDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 WDC has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L20 WDC 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 WDC find?
L20 WDC passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a small chip; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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