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Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

L26 RSWMOT history

L26 RSW is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 144,319 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

L26 RSW grey Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
144,319 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 RSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 RSW was last recorded at 144,319 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 2,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,112 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,207 miles
Average per year
10,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,319 miles
  • 2025 – 142,112 miles
  • 2024 – 138,530 miles
  • 2023 – 134,731 miles
  • 2022 – 104,168 miles
  • 2021 – 88,888 miles
  • 2020 – 80,649 miles
  • 2019 – 64,452 miles
  • 2017 – 39,773 miles
  • 2016 – 30,011 miles
  • 2015 – 26,662 miles
  • 2014 – 20,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,319 miles
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside parking brake binding
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,319 miles (+2,207)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    144,319 miles
    Test number
    516123730073
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass142,112 miles (+3,582)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    142,112 miles
    Test number
    845585463851
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake binding slightly

  3. Pass138,530 miles (+3,799)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    138,530 miles
    Test number
    615614422504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass134,731 miles (+8,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    134,731 miles
    Test number
    279614103706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass125,788 miles (+137)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    125,788 miles
    Test number
    607805099754
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail125,651 miles (+21,483)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,651 miles
    Test number
    470931128900
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,168 miles (+15,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,168 miles
    Test number
    243139939135
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass88,888 miles (+8,239)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,888 miles
    Test number
    258029804572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,649 miles (+16,197)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    80,649 miles
    Test number
    696282233869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  10. Pass64,452 miles (+24,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    64,452 miles
    Test number
    730098355998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass39,773 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    39,773 miles
    Test number
    568011245178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

  12. Fail39,772 miles (+9,761)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,772 miles
    Test number
    443532584844
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

  13. Pass30,011 miles (+3,349)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    30,011 miles
    Test number
    180968886592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,662 miles (+6,004)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    26,662 miles
    Test number
    996798065142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,658 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    20,658 miles
    Test number
    225835674439
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L26 RSW

Does L26 RSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 RSW is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 RSW?
The MOT on L26 RSW is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 RSW done?
L26 RSW was recorded at 144,319 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 10,492 miles a year.
Has L26 RSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 RSW has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L26 RSW 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 RSW find?
L26 RSW passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 2 more.

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