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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

L3 XJUMOT history

L3 XJU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 139,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

L3 XJU black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
139,790 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
14,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 XJU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 XJU was last recorded at 139,790 miles on 11 May 2026, 21,479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
118,311 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
21,479 miles
Average per year
14,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,790 miles
  • 2025 – 118,311 miles
  • 2024 – 100,535 miles
  • 2023 – 93,057 miles
  • 2022 – 80,853 miles
  • 2021 – 66,023 miles
  • 2020 – 51,809 miles
  • 2019 – 41,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,790 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 14 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,790 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    139,790 miles
    Test number
    224791776027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail139,790 miles (+21,479)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,790 miles
    Test number
    950761761626
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass118,311 miles (+17,776)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    118,311 miles
    Test number
    259045266641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,535 miles (+7,478)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    100,535 miles
    Test number
    773503453179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass93,057 miles (+12,204)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    93,057 miles
    Test number
    265504337081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,853 miles (+14,830)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,853 miles
    Test number
    142634644202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,023 miles (+14,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    66,023 miles
    Test number
    603055239373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass51,809 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    51,809 miles
    Test number
    508046256631
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted

  9. Fail51,809 miles (+10,103)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,809 miles
    Test number
    398570996426
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted

  10. Pass41,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    41,706 miles
    Test number
    426400141772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 XJU

Does L3 XJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 XJU is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 XJU?
The MOT on L3 XJU is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 XJU done?
L3 XJU was recorded at 139,790 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 14,551 miles a year.
Has L3 XJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 XJU has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 XJU 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 XJU find?
L3 XJU passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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