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White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L4 EHYMOT history

L4 EHY is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 21 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 176,763 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

L4 EHY white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
176,763 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 EHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 EHY was last recorded at 176,763 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,345 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
418 miles
Average per year
12,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,763 miles
  • 2025 – 174,373 miles
  • 2024 – 167,188 miles
  • 2023 – 154,883 miles
  • 2021 – 142,281 miles
  • 2020 – 132,807 miles
  • 2019 – 122,991 miles
  • 2018 – 96,455 miles
  • 2016 – 75,677 miles
  • 2015 – 47,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,763 miles
  • Advisory'front left malfunction' air bag warning displayed in dash, SRS/Airbag warning lamp working correctlyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryDamage to exhaust flexiRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Accident damage too nearside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Large undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,763 miles (+418)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    176,763 miles
    Test number
    907856189072
    • Advisory'front left malfunction' air bag warning displayed in dash, SRS/Airbag warning lamp working correctly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryDamage to exhaust flexi

  2. Fail176,345 miles (+1,972)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,345 miles
    Test number
    785628360243
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Advisory'front left malfunction' air bag warning displayed in dash, SRS/Airbag warning lamp working correctly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake reading low
    • AdvisoryDamage to exhaust flexi

  3. Pass174,373 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    174,373 miles
    Test number
    463938155783
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail174,365 miles (+7,177)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,365 miles
    Test number
    660527200006
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass167,188 miles (+12,305)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    167,188 miles
    Test number
    483437781175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass154,883 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    154,883 miles
    Test number
    468140734135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail154,790 miles (+12,509)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,790 miles
    Test number
    691283746976
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass142,281 miles (+9,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    142,281 miles
    Test number
    842226810070
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system message warning, but air bag light is not illuminated
    • AdvisoryAccident damage to nearside of vehicle

  9. Pass132,807 miles (+28)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    132,807 miles
    Test number
    626718978204
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAccident damage too nearside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryLarge undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake cable support bracket unattached
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met 17% minimum requirement 16%

  10. Fail132,779 miles (+9,788)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,779 miles
    Test number
    578110405577
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAccident damage too nearside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryLarge undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake cable support bracket unattached
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met 17% minimum requirement 16%

  11. Pass122,991 miles (+26,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,991 miles
    Test number
    154789587590
    • AdvisoryAccident damage to vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some underside components

  12. Pass96,455 miles (+20,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    96,455 miles
    Test number
    940952560400
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some underside components

  13. Pass75,677 miles (+4,665)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,677 miles
    Test number
    699585084004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,012 miles (+23,201)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    71,012 miles
    Test number
    454302556372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,811 miles
    Test number
    254595458856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 EHY

Does L4 EHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 EHY is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 EHY?
The MOT on L4 EHY is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 EHY done?
L4 EHY was recorded at 176,763 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 12,275 miles a year.
Has L4 EHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 EHY has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 EHY 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 L4 EHY find?
L4 EHY passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: 'front left malfunction' air bag warning displayed in dash, srs/airbag warning lamp working correctly; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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