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White · Diesel · 2014 · 2,143 cc

L3 YTFMOT history

L3 YTF is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Dec 2014. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 143,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

L3 YTF white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
143,284 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 YTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
9 Dec 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 YTF was last recorded at 143,284 miles on 30 May 2026, 20,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Dec 2018: 35,053 miles, lower than 35,054 miles on 5 Dec 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
123,123 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
20,161 miles
Average per year
13,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,284 miles
  • 2025 – 123,123 miles
  • 2024 – 105,831 miles
  • 2023 – 76,610 miles
  • 2021 – 54,246 miles
  • 2020 – 49,912 miles
  • 2019 – 43,094 miles
  • 2018 – 35,053 miles
  • 2017 – 26,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,284 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,284 miles (+20,161)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    143,284 miles
    Test number
    907516313571
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass123,123 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    123,123 miles
    Test number
    762782733973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail123,121 miles (+17,290)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,121 miles
    Test number
    919576314410
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass105,831 miles (+29,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    105,831 miles
    Test number
    356366752227
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
  5. Pass76,610 miles (+22,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,610 miles
    Test number
    332209172151
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass54,246 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    54,246 miles
    Test number
    345049233630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail54,243 miles (+4,331)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,243 miles
    Test number
    892881399162
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass49,912 miles (+6,818)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    49,912 miles
    Test number
    278333778626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,094 miles (+8,041)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    43,094 miles
    Test number
    758189779128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,053 miles (-1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    35,053 miles
    Test number
    202311936809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  11. Fail35,054 miles (+8,432)3 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,054 miles
    Test number
    703052167034
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On inner edge cords showing due to wear on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  12. Pass26,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    26,622 miles
    Test number
    891493638351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 YTF

Does L3 YTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 YTF is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 YTF?
The MOT on L3 YTF 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 L3 YTF done?
L3 YTF was recorded at 143,284 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 13,750 miles a year.
Has L3 YTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 YTF has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 YTF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Dec 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L3 YTF find?
L3 YTF passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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