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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 2,143 cc

L31 MOTMOT history

L31 MOT is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Oct 2014. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 133,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

L31 MOT black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
133,451 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 MOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
15 Oct 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 MOT was last recorded at 133,451 miles on 28 May 2026, 17,662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,789 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
17,662 miles
Average per year
12,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,451 miles
  • 2025 – 115,789 miles
  • 2024 – 95,062 miles
  • 2023 – 83,022 miles
  • 2022 – 76,437 miles
  • 2021 – 70,526 miles
  • 2019 – 50,098 miles
  • 2018 – 26,111 miles
  • 2017 – 23,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,451 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 4 Oct 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,451 miles (+17,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    133,451 miles
    Test number
    735661285551
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass115,789 miles (+20,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    115,789 miles
    Test number
    533008361711
    • 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))
  3. Pass95,062 miles (+12,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    95,062 miles
    Test number
    159002323971
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly wearing on inner edges
  4. Pass83,022 miles (+6,585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    83,022 miles
    Test number
    374890049949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass76,437 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,437 miles
    Test number
    430307121265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail76,402 miles (+5,876)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,402 miles
    Test number
    745365694489
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass70,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,526 miles
    Test number
    191350107274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,526 miles (+20,428)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,526 miles
    Test number
    617349042743
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on outer edge has cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on outer edge worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass50,098 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,098 miles
    Test number
    941945140481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,979 miles (+23,868)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,979 miles
    Test number
    320147405107
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides has lipped,may require to attention (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides may require to attention soon (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass26,111 miles (+2,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    26,111 miles
    Test number
    882949548704
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass23,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    23,828 miles
    Test number
    957697831111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 MOT

Does L31 MOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 MOT is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 MOT?
The MOT on L31 MOT is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 MOT done?
L31 MOT was recorded at 133,451 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 12,679 miles a year.
Has L31 MOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 MOT has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on L31 MOT 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 L31 MOT find?
L31 MOT passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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