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Black · Diesel · 2015 · 2,143 cc

L40 DYAMOT history

L40 DYA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Apr 2015. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 112,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

L40 DYA black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
112,201 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 DYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
24 Apr 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 DYA was last recorded at 112,201 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 6,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,351 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,850 miles
Average per year
10,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,201 miles
  • 2025 – 105,351 miles
  • 2024 – 103,028 miles
  • 2022 – 84,239 miles
  • 2021 – 70,767 miles
  • 2020 – 52,841 miles
  • 2019 – 45,695 miles
  • 2018 – 27,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,201 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs badly lipped and worn pads good

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively discs slightly worn pads good

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 13 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,201 miles (+6,850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    112,201 miles
    Test number
    188827712381
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass105,351 miles (+2,323)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,351 miles
    Test number
    374988500738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass103,028 miles (+450)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    103,028 miles
    Test number
    800092077133
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs worn pads appear ok (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both sides front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  4. Fail102,578 miles (+18,339)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,578 miles
    Test number
    591251546068
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt buckle not functioning as intended DRIVERS (7.1.2 (d))
  5. Pass84,239 miles (+43)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,239 miles
    Test number
    612584455361
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs badly lipped and worn pads good (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively discs slightly worn pads good (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  6. Fail84,196 miles (+13,429)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,196 miles
    Test number
    604600851240
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both sides rear and cut on inner wall 255/35 r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs badly lipped and worn pads good (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively discs slightly worn pads good (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  7. Pass70,767 miles (+17,926)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    70,767 miles
    Test number
    567458596061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,841 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    52,841 miles
    Test number
    142760112664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail52,776 miles (+7,081)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,776 miles
    Test number
    897549016481
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
  10. Pass45,695 miles (+18,215)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,695 miles
    Test number
    860185155852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass27,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    27,480 miles
    Test number
    652166983868
    • 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))

Questions about L40 DYA

Does L40 DYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 DYA is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 DYA?
The MOT on L40 DYA is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 DYA done?
L40 DYA was recorded at 112,201 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 10,458 miles a year.
Has L40 DYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 DYA has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 DYA 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 DYA find?
L40 DYA passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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