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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc

L2 DREMOT history

L2 DRE is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 6 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 142,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

L2 DRE black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
142,550 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 DRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 DRE was last recorded at 142,550 miles on 7 May 2026, 6,328 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,222 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,328 miles
Average per year
6,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,550 miles
  • 2025 – 136,222 miles
  • 2024 – 128,138 miles
  • 2023 – 123,885 miles
  • 2022 – 117,932 miles
  • 2021 – 107,612 miles
  • 2020 – 105,630 miles
  • 2019 – 102,017 miles
  • 2018 – 96,627 miles
  • 2017 – 89,218 miles
  • 2016 – 87,272 miles
  • 2015 – 85,135 miles
  • 2014 – 83,184 miles
  • 2013 – 82,934 miles
  • 2012 – 75,680 miles
  • 2011 – 64,054 miles
  • 2010 – 52,955 miles
  • 2009 – 41,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,550 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine covers and sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,550 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    142,550 miles
    Test number
    379452182414
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail142,550 miles (+6,328)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,550 miles
    Test number
    140123242269
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass136,222 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    136,222 miles
    Test number
    100567985825
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail136,220 miles (+79)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,220 miles
    Test number
    912300854082
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail136,141 miles (+8,003)9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,141 miles
    Test number
    570346925016
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative link broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass128,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    128,138 miles
    Test number
    112384890419
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded but not seriously weakened

  7. Fail128,138 miles (+4,253)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,138 miles
    Test number
    762970304057
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass123,885 miles (+5,953)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    123,885 miles
    Test number
    298939654814
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass117,932 miles (+10,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    117,932 miles
    Test number
    140539868493
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Evidence of rubbing on prop shaft previously (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened Top mount dry/noisy (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass107,612 miles (+1,982)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    107,612 miles
    Test number
    241731140339
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass105,630 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    105,630 miles
    Test number
    350644823061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,017 miles (+5,390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,017 miles
    Test number
    120112567656
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and sill covers fitted

  13. Pass96,627 miles (+7,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    96,627 miles
    Test number
    409275539208
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and sill covers fitted

  14. Pass89,218 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    89,218 miles
    Test number
    879694961490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail89,218 miles (+1,946)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,218 miles
    Test number
    724709860678
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass87,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,272 miles
    Test number
    424284532466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,272 miles (+2,137)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,272 miles
    Test number
    384078332509
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass85,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    85,135 miles
    Test number
    537147835023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail85,135 miles (+1,951)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,135 miles
    Test number
    725616235096
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass83,184 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    83,184 miles
    Test number
    588587934096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,934 miles (+7,254)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    82,934 miles
    Test number
    989999093212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,680 miles (+11,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    75,680 miles
    Test number
    968730302372
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  23. Pass64,054 miles (+11,099)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    64,054 miles
    Test number
    816420791242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,955 miles (+11,932)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,955 miles
    Test number
    754008070298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    41,023 miles
    Test number
    361285889222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 DRE

Does L2 DRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 DRE is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 DRE?
The MOT on L2 DRE is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 DRE done?
L2 DRE was recorded at 142,550 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 6,128 miles a year.
Has L2 DRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 DRE has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L2 DRE 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 L2 DRE find?
L2 DRE passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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