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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 1994 · 2,200 cc

L5 BOKMOT history

L5 BOK is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 149,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2026
Mileage
149,720 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,682 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 BOK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,200 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L5 BOK was last recorded at 149,720 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 1,941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,779 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,941 miles
Average per year
1,682 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,720 miles
  • 2025 – 147,779 miles
  • 2024 – 146,026 miles
  • 2023 – 144,411 miles
  • 2022 – 143,010 miles
  • 2021 – 141,329 miles
  • 2020 – 140,344 miles
  • 2019 – 139,163 miles
  • 2018 – 138,097 miles
  • 2017 – 137,026 miles
  • 2016 – 135,772 miles
  • 2015 – 134,496 miles
  • 2014 – 133,330 miles
  • 2013 – 131,909 miles
  • 2012 – 130,528 miles
  • 2011 – 129,186 miles
  • 2010 – 128,110 miles
  • 2009 – 126,760 miles
  • 2008 – 123,860 miles
  • 2007 – 120,790 miles
  • 2006 – 116,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,720 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral body condition very rusted

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,720 miles (+1,941)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,720 miles
    Test number
    588033345593
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral body condition very rusted

  2. Pass147,779 miles (+1,753)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    147,779 miles
    Test number
    914283679793
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral body corrosion

  3. Pass146,026 miles (+1,615)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    146,026 miles
    Test number
    836970116636
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass144,411 miles (+6)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    144,411 miles
    Test number
    609924209030
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion

  5. Fail144,405 miles (+1,395)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,405 miles
    Test number
    821839970814
    • MajorRear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion

  6. Pass143,010 miles (+1,681)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,010 miles
    Test number
    664202926957
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes to ABS unit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass141,329 miles (+985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,329 miles
    Test number
    391171801614
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass140,344 miles (+1,181)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,344 miles
    Test number
    584526268758
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryGlow plug light on

  9. Pass139,163 miles (+1,066)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    139,163 miles
    Test number
    919477346842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass138,097 miles (+1,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    138,097 miles
    Test number
    905659981268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass137,026 miles (+1,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    137,026 miles
    Test number
    448827100053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass135,772 miles (+1,276)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,772 miles
    Test number
    860685532047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass134,496 miles (+1,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    134,496 miles
    Test number
    648243715040
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass133,330 miles (+1,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    133,330 miles
    Test number
    115055614091
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass131,909 miles (+1,381)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    131,909 miles
    Test number
    535481813075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass130,528 miles (+1,342)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    130,528 miles
    Test number
    268154402080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass129,186 miles (+1,076)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    129,186 miles
    Test number
    656615501038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass128,110 miles (+1,350)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    128,110 miles
    Test number
    450621110028
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFirst exhaust box outer skin corroded (not blowing)

  19. Pass126,760 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    126,760 miles
    Test number
    362862919099
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Note2 small chips in windscreen A zone
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn low

  20. Fail126,760 miles (+2,900)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,760 miles
    Test number
    503092319071
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Note2 small chips in windscreen A zone
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn low

  21. Pass123,860 miles (+3,070)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    123,860 miles
    Test number
    510843228007
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges n/s more os

  22. Pass120,790 miles (+4,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    120,790 miles
    Test number
    101550617026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass116,010 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    116,010 miles
    Test number
    100046806078
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low

Questions about L5 BOK

Does L5 BOK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 BOK expired on 26 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 BOK?
The MOT on L5 BOK expired on 26 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 BOK done?
L5 BOK was recorded at 149,720 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 1,682 miles a year.
Has L5 BOK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 BOK has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 BOK 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 L5 BOK find?
L5 BOK failed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 2 major defects and 9 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount; front brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s & o/s, and 8 more.

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