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Red · Diesel · 2009 · 2,148 cc

L4 VSJMOT history

L4 VSJ is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz CLC first used on 23 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 163,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

L4 VSJ red Mercedes-Benz Clc – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
163,314 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,537 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 VSJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLC
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 VSJ was last recorded at 163,314 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 306 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Apr 2014: 6,450 miles, lower than 88,190 miles on 4 Mar 2013.

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
163,008 miles · 15 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
306 miles
Average per year
6,537 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,314 miles
  • 2025 – 163,008 miles
  • 2024 – 161,829 miles
  • 2023 – 161,287 miles
  • 2022 – 153,109 miles
  • 2021 – 137,408 miles
  • 2020 – 122,026 miles
  • 2018 – 119,330 miles
  • 2017 – 115,894 miles
  • 2016 – 111,419 miles
  • 2015 – 105,754 miles
  • 2014 – 6,450 miles
  • 2013 – 88,190 miles
  • 2012 – 72,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,314 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,314 miles (+306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    163,314 miles
    Test number
    705478488173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass163,008 miles (+1,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    163,008 miles
    Test number
    417949161206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass161,829 miles (+542)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    161,829 miles
    Test number
    487664334331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass161,287 miles (+8,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    161,287 miles
    Test number
    655793473683
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass153,109 miles (+156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    153,109 miles
    Test number
    915527281565
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail152,953 miles (+15,545)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,953 miles
    Test number
    719279269437
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass137,408 miles (+15,382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,408 miles
    Test number
    658920512338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass122,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,026 miles
    Test number
    293841175741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail122,026 miles (+2,696)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,026 miles
    Test number
    441868599927
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass119,330 miles (+3,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    119,330 miles
    Test number
    582505438893
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass115,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,894 miles
    Test number
    867526470205
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

  12. Fail115,894 miles (+4,475)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,894 miles
    Test number
    980024025413
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED OBSCURING SOME UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

  13. Pass111,419 miles (+5,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    111,419 miles
    Test number
    517376631960
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres tread depth, on legal limit

  14. Pass105,754 miles (+99,304)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    105,754 miles
    Test number
    415117205138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass6,450 miles (-81,740)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    6,450 miles
    Test number
    976211794024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,190 miles (+15,851)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    88,190 miles
    Test number
    347303163031
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass72,339 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,339 miles
    Test number
    907349362074
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOffside front check strap missing

Questions about L4 VSJ

Does L4 VSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 VSJ is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 VSJ?
The MOT on L4 VSJ is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 VSJ done?
L4 VSJ was recorded at 163,314 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 6,537 miles a year.
Has L4 VSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 VSJ has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on L4 VSJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Apr 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L4 VSJ find?
L4 VSJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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