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Mercedes-Benz C

White · Petrol · 2009 · 6,208 cc

L5 CDJMOT history

L5 CDJ is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 26 Aug 2026 and it has passed 5 of 9 MOT tests, with 81,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2025.

L5 CDJ white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Aug 2026
Mileage
81,653 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2025
MOT tests
9
5 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 CDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,208 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 CDJ was last recorded at 81,653 miles on 27 Aug 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,653 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,653 miles
  • 2024 – 81,105 miles
  • 2023 – 79,657 miles
  • 2022 – 77,012 miles
  • 2021 – 75,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,653 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderbody floor covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

9 tests since 13 May 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,653 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    81,653 miles
    Test number
    219979209268
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody floor covers fitted

  2. Fail81,653 miles (+548)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,653 miles
    Test number
    127243774829
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody floor covers fitted

  3. Pass81,105 miles (+1,448)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    81,105 miles
    Test number
    421632979827
    • MinorOffside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  4. Pass79,657 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    79,657 miles
    Test number
    412403465407
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail79,657 miles (+2,645)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,657 miles
    Test number
    302839292680
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Wishbone bolt loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass77,012 miles (+1,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    77,012 miles
    Test number
    646292740215
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass75,722 miles (+813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    75,722 miles
    Test number
    853272564662
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  8. Fail74,909 miles (+18)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,909 miles
    Test number
    353681696348
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  9. Fail74,891 miles9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,891 miles
    Test number
    474675181094
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel BOTH SIDES (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about L5 CDJ

Does L5 CDJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 CDJ expired on 26 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 CDJ?
The MOT on L5 CDJ expired on 26 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 CDJ done?
L5 CDJ was recorded at 81,653 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2025, an average of 1,576 miles a year.
Has L5 CDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 CDJ has failed 4 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 CDJ 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 CDJ find?
L5 CDJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2025 with 6 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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