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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 3,498 cc

L26 JWCMOT history

L26 JWC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 102,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

L26 JWC black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
102,320 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 JWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 JWC was last recorded at 102,320 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 5,171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,149 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,171 miles
Average per year
4,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,320 miles
  • 2025 – 97,149 miles
  • 2024 – 90,944 miles
  • 2023 – 86,777 miles
  • 2022 – 82,087 miles
  • 2021 – 78,305 miles
  • 2019 – 78,047 miles
  • 2018 – 77,781 miles
  • 2017 – 77,116 miles
  • 2016 – 69,029 miles
  • 2015 – 61,834 miles
  • 2014 – 56,824 miles
  • 2013 – 49,597 miles
  • 2012 – 40,448 miles
  • 2011 – 30,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,320 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,320 miles (+5,171)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    102,320 miles
    Test number
    690233979277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass97,149 miles (+6,205)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    97,149 miles
    Test number
    980522760056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,944 miles (+4,167)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    90,944 miles
    Test number
    589162703001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,777 miles (+4,690)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    86,777 miles
    Test number
    730688062116
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  5. Pass82,087 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,087 miles
    Test number
    569408282099
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components
  6. Fail82,087 miles (+3,782)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,087 miles
    Test number
    509132609612
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components
  7. Pass78,305 miles (+258)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,305 miles
    Test number
    242297316246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,047 miles (+266)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,047 miles
    Test number
    367192324997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,781 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    77,781 miles
    Test number
    639185614533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,745 miles (+629)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,745 miles
    Test number
    253426713603
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass77,116 miles (+8,087)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,116 miles
    Test number
    193238124025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,029 miles (+7,195)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,029 miles
    Test number
    319714006740
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads 60% worn
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  13. Pass61,834 miles (+5,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,834 miles
    Test number
    225390795486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass56,824 miles (+7,227)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,824 miles
    Test number
    697549904274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,597 miles (+9,149)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,597 miles
    Test number
    839815103231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,448 miles (+10,182)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    40,448 miles
    Test number
    868890902217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,266 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,266 miles
    Test number
    187231801287
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L26 JWC

Does L26 JWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 JWC is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 JWC?
The MOT on L26 JWC is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 JWC done?
L26 JWC was recorded at 102,320 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 4,791 miles a year.
Has L26 JWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 JWC has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L26 JWC 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 JWC find?
L26 JWC passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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