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Blue · Diesel · 2017 · 2,143 cc

L40 APJMOT history

L40 APJ is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Nov 2017. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 118,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

L40 APJ blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
118,836 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 APJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
30 Nov 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 APJ was last recorded at 118,836 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 12,116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,720 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
12,116 miles
Average per year
13,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,836 miles
  • 2025 – 106,720 miles
  • 2024 – 93,363 miles
  • 2023 – 78,630 miles
  • 2022 – 64,414 miles
  • 2021 – 47,520 miles
  • 2020 – 38,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,836 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip o/s lower front screen (3.2 (a) (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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 20 Oct 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,836 miles (+12,116)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    118,836 miles
    Test number
    743108702567
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip o/s lower front screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass106,720 miles (+258)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    106,720 miles
    Test number
    385063044739
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail106,462 miles (+13,099)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,462 miles
    Test number
    689955765871
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,363 miles (+14,733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    93,363 miles
    Test number
    686206950376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass78,630 miles (+14,216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,630 miles
    Test number
    423907663211
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass64,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,414 miles
    Test number
    689449657549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,414 miles (+16,894)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,414 miles
    Test number
    568666893311
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass47,520 miles (+8,668)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    47,520 miles
    Test number
    138441908589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    38,852 miles
    Test number
    446370458485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 APJ

Does L40 APJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 APJ is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 APJ?
The MOT on L40 APJ is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 APJ done?
L40 APJ was recorded at 118,836 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 13,315 miles a year.
Has L40 APJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 APJ has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 APJ 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 L40 APJ find?
L40 APJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip o/s lower front screen.

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