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Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

L26 MATMOT history

L26 MAT is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 74,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L26 MAT silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
74,876 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 MAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 MAT was last recorded at 74,876 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,876 miles · 29 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,876 miles
  • 2025 – 66,617 miles
  • 2024 – 60,920 miles
  • 2023 – 55,190 miles
  • 2022 – 50,188 miles
  • 2021 – 45,033 miles
  • 2020 – 39,702 miles
  • 2019 – 32,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,876 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 18 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,876 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    74,876 miles
    Test number
    529183568290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail74,876 miles (+8,259)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,876 miles
    Test number
    551115497879
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass66,617 miles (+5,697)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    66,617 miles
    Test number
    780106569251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,920 miles (+5,730)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    60,920 miles
    Test number
    802139559585
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass55,190 miles (+5,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    55,190 miles
    Test number
    931888423387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass50,188 miles (+5,155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    50,188 miles
    Test number
    728838918004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass45,033 miles (+5,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    45,033 miles
    Test number
    148138163090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass39,702 miles (+7,670)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    39,702 miles
    Test number
    281052749505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,032 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    32,032 miles
    Test number
    190478702365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L26 MAT

Does L26 MAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 MAT is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 MAT?
The MOT on L26 MAT is valid until 18 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 MAT done?
L26 MAT was recorded at 74,876 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 6,163 miles a year.
Has L26 MAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 MAT has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 MAT 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 MAT find?
L26 MAT passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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