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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,597 cc

L40 HHRMOT history

L40 HHR is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 29 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 133,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

L40 HHR black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
133,404 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,120 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 HHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 HHR was last recorded at 133,404 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 11,723 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,681 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
11,723 miles
Average per year
7,120 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,404 miles
  • 2024 – 121,681 miles
  • 2023 – 111,212 miles
  • 2022 – 107,350 miles
  • 2021 – 106,141 miles
  • 2020 – 104,901 miles
  • 2019 – 103,833 miles
  • 2018 – 100,239 miles
  • 2017 – 93,912 miles
  • 2016 – 82,570 miles
  • 2015 – 70,496 miles
  • 2014 – 58,628 miles
  • 2013 – 48,251 miles
  • 2012 – 36,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,404 miles
  • 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.

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,404 miles (+11,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    133,404 miles
    Test number
    146271611153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass121,681 miles (+10,469)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    121,681 miles
    Test number
    741225182059
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,212 miles (+3,862)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,212 miles
    Test number
    470594901155
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass107,350 miles (+1,209)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    107,350 miles
    Test number
    503694005534
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass106,141 miles (+1,240)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    106,141 miles
    Test number
    495159290064
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass104,901 miles (+1,068)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,901 miles
    Test number
    343568055687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,833 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,833 miles
    Test number
    507810385636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,239 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,239 miles
    Test number
    917370355657
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS HEAVILY WORN-ADVISE REPLACEMENT

  9. Fail100,239 miles (+6,327)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,239 miles
    Test number
    945507923778
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS HEAVILY WORN-ADVISE REPLACEMENT

  10. Pass93,912 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,912 miles
    Test number
    705353434600
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some componants

  11. Fail93,912 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,912 miles
    Test number
    816496544085
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some componants

  12. Pass93,912 miles (+11,342)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,912 miles
    Test number
    975063259073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,570 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,570 miles
    Test number
    318448438261
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS VERY HEAVILY WORN
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR TYRE ON TREAD LIMIT
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside outer position lamps not working
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just meets efficiency

  14. Fail82,570 miles (+12,074)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,570 miles
    Test number
    446335849358
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS VERY HEAVILY WORN
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR TYRE ON TREAD LIMIT
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside outer position lamps not working
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just meets efficiency

  15. Pass70,496 miles (+425)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    70,496 miles
    Test number
    955189325131
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs showing wear
    • NoteWear to nearside front tyre

  16. Fail70,071 miles (+11,443)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,071 miles
    Test number
    556537315145
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs showing wear
    • NoteWear to nearside front tyre

  17. Pass58,628 miles (+10,377)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,628 miles
    Test number
    805035714124
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass48,251 miles (+11,492)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    48,251 miles
    Test number
    726758093074
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass36,759 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,759 miles
    Test number
    355025392002
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on tread limits

  20. Fail36,759 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,759 miles
    Test number
    768995992031
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on tread limits

Questions about L40 HHR

Does L40 HHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 HHR is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L40 HHR?
The MOT on L40 HHR is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 HHR done?
L40 HHR was recorded at 133,404 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 7,120 miles a year.
Has L40 HHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 HHR has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2018.
Has the mileage on L40 HHR 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 HHR find?
L40 HHR passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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