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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

L55 TWRMOT history

L55 TWR is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 10 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 114,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

L55 TWR black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
114,214 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 TWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
10 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 TWR was last recorded at 114,214 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 12,253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,961 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12,253 miles
Average per year
8,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,214 miles
  • 2025 – 101,961 miles
  • 2024 – 94,955 miles
  • 2023 – 84,181 miles
  • 2022 – 77,811 miles
  • 2021 – 69,833 miles
  • 2020 – 58,548 miles
  • 2019 – 55,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,214 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearmost

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

12 tests since 12 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,214 miles (+12,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    114,214 miles
    Test number
    188096464103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass101,961 miles (+7,006)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    101,961 miles
    Test number
    668453262604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass94,955 miles (+10,774)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,955 miles
    Test number
    795612275099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside + offside rear both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  4. Pass84,181 miles (+6,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    84,181 miles
    Test number
    278684597352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray fitted

  5. Pass77,811 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    77,811 miles
    Test number
    443637444290
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail77,808 miles (+7,975)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,808 miles
    Test number
    767258674206
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass69,833 miles (+11,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,833 miles
    Test number
    866443204267
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass58,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    58,548 miles
    Test number
    238852156789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail58,548 miles (+2,833)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,548 miles
    Test number
    709481305179
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass55,715 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,715 miles
    Test number
    430892561712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail55,694 miles (+914)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,694 miles
    Test number
    195314055988
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are worn to approximately 4mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass54,780 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,780 miles
    Test number
    359791896542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L55 TWR

Does L55 TWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 TWR is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 TWR?
The MOT on L55 TWR is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 TWR done?
L55 TWR was recorded at 114,214 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 8,424 miles a year.
Has L55 TWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 TWR has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on L55 TWR 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 L55 TWR find?
L55 TWR passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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