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Mercedes-Benz GLC

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

L26 DFYMOT history

L26 DFY is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz GLC first used on 6 Oct 2016. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 71,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L26 DFY grey Mercedes-Benz Glc – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
71,264 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 DFY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GLC
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
6 Oct 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 DFY was last recorded at 71,264 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 8,138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,126 miles · 4 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,138 miles
Average per year
7,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,264 miles
  • 2025 – 63,126 miles
  • 2024 – 53,957 miles
  • 2023 – 44,264 miles
  • 2022 – 35,775 miles
  • 2021 – 28,906 miles
  • 2020 – 25,151 miles
  • 2019 – 18,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,264 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm(LEGAL LIMIT) (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 24 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,264 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    71,264 miles
    Test number
    209509990904
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm(LEGAL LIMIT) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail71,264 miles (+8,138)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,264 miles
    Test number
    212014607656
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm(LEGAL LIMIT) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass63,126 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    63,126 miles
    Test number
    700852956958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail63,091 miles (+9,134)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,091 miles
    Test number
    585640770950
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass53,957 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    53,957 miles
    Test number
    825485776318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Fail53,956 miles (+9,692)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,956 miles
    Test number
    173744978387
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Pass44,264 miles (+8,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    44,264 miles
    Test number
    871182104695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play CAMBER ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass35,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    35,775 miles
    Test number
    442148700468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail35,775 miles (+6,869)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,775 miles
    Test number
    439146395202
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass28,906 miles (+3,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    28,906 miles
    Test number
    334912304742
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass25,151 miles (+6,769)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    25,151 miles
    Test number
    841567389133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    18,382 miles
    Test number
    109931707546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 DFY

Does L26 DFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 DFY is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 DFY?
The MOT on L26 DFY is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 DFY done?
L26 DFY was recorded at 71,264 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 7,810 miles a year.
Has L26 DFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 DFY has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 DFY 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 L26 DFY find?
L26 DFY passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm(legal limit); offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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