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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,148 cc

L3 NTDMOT history

L3 NTD is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Aug 2007. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 193,172 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2024.

L3 NTD black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2024
Mileage
193,172 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 NTD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
3 Aug 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L3 NTD was last recorded at 193,172 miles on 3 Sept 2024, 6,617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,555 miles · 18 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
6,617 miles
Average per year
10,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 193,172 miles
  • 2023 – 186,555 miles
  • 2022 – 177,177 miles
  • 2021 – 171,520 miles
  • 2020 – 165,306 miles
  • 2019 – 163,038 miles
  • 2018 – 156,601 miles
  • 2017 – 148,407 miles
  • 2016 – 142,205 miles
  • 2015 – 131,652 miles
  • 2014 – 125,289 miles
  • 2013 – 105,114 miles
  • 2012 – 86,525 miles
  • 2011 – 65,917 miles
  • 2010 – 47,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail193,172 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail193,172 miles (+6,617)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,172 miles
    Test number
    972050231847
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (front arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass186,555 miles (+605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    186,555 miles
    Test number
    909034362712
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail185,950 miles (+8,773)4 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,950 miles
    Test number
    430701795413
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side n/s/r-o/s/r (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass177,177 miles (+5,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    177,177 miles
    Test number
    272235988897
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass171,520 miles (+138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    171,520 miles
    Test number
    163533827600
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail171,382 miles (+6,076)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,382 miles
    Test number
    921096461473
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass165,306 miles (+266)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    165,306 miles
    Test number
    747609353345
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOil low
    • AdvisoryRear Both wheel arches corroded [No sharps]
    • AdvisoryRear bumper grill insecure [No sharps}

  8. Fail165,040 miles (+2,002)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,040 miles
    Test number
    965993791961
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment Release lever insecure [cable may also be stretched] (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOil low
    • AdvisoryRear Both wheel arches corroded [No sharps]
    • AdvisoryRear bumper grill insecure [No sharps}

  9. Pass163,038 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    163,038 miles
    Test number
    449491599738
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower front mounted arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays on underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

  10. Fail163,038 miles (+6,437)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,038 miles
    Test number
    782401546001
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower front mounted arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays on underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

  11. Pass156,601 miles (+27)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    156,601 miles
    Test number
    760812369657
    • AdvisoryNearside Dip beam not as strong as offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cut in sidewall. not reaching cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail156,574 miles (+8,167)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,574 miles
    Test number
    334220982049
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Dip beam not as strong as offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has cut in sidewall. not reaching cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass148,407 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    148,407 miles
    Test number
    807529837410
    • AdvisoryCut on offside front outer tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail148,407 miles (+6,202)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,407 miles
    Test number
    190400253053
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCut on offside front outer tyre sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass142,205 miles (+10,553)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    142,205 miles
    Test number
    631106568495
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat sheilds above rear exhaust box inscure
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn and corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre slightly damaged on sidewall

  16. Pass131,652 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    131,652 miles
    Test number
    319283535032
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Fail131,652 miles (+6,363)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,652 miles
    Test number
    485573935003
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass125,289 miles (+20,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    125,289 miles
    Test number
    305032514481
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass105,114 miles (+18,589)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    105,114 miles
    Test number
    886256503258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,525 miles (+20,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    86,525 miles
    Test number
    267615702259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass65,917 miles (+18,662)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    65,917 miles
    Test number
    227902501286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,255 miles
    Test number
    823239880175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 NTD

Does L3 NTD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L3 NTD expired on 17 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L3 NTD?
The MOT on L3 NTD expired on 17 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L3 NTD done?
L3 NTD was recorded at 193,172 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2024, an average of 10,307 miles a year.
Has L3 NTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 NTD has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L3 NTD 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 L3 NTD find?
L3 NTD failed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2024 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 6 more.

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