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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,796 cc

L5 GCBMOT history

L5 GCB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

L5 GCB silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
125,299 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 GCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 GCB was last recorded at 125,299 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 9,147 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,152 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,147 miles
Average per year
6,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,299 miles
  • 2025 – 116,152 miles
  • 2024 – 105,854 miles
  • 2023 – 99,842 miles
  • 2021 – 97,484 miles
  • 2020 – 96,418 miles
  • 2019 – 95,287 miles
  • 2018 – 89,858 miles
  • 2017 – 83,051 miles
  • 2016 – 76,668 miles
  • 2015 – 66,370 miles
  • 2014 – 57,460 miles
  • 2013 – 44,919 miles
  • 2012 – 32,749 miles
  • 2011 – 29,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,299 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,299 miles (+9,147)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    125,299 miles
    Test number
    376175227604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,152 miles (+10,298)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    116,152 miles
    Test number
    455578677381
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass105,854 miles (+6,012)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    105,854 miles
    Test number
    181376662349
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass99,842 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    99,842 miles
    Test number
    793210682095
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail99,842 miles (+2,358)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,842 miles
    Test number
    824264068057
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass97,484 miles (+1,066)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,484 miles
    Test number
    726724176192
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between treads 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between treads 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass96,418 miles (+1,131)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,418 miles
    Test number
    656185560064
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  8. Pass95,287 miles (+91)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,287 miles
    Test number
    441010531540
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear, both, rust (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

  9. Fail95,196 miles (+5,338)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,196 miles
    Test number
    901197913202
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear, both, rust (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

  10. Pass89,858 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,858 miles
    Test number
    105355278026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wear on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside brake light reduced output
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

  11. Fail89,858 miles (+6,807)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,858 miles
    Test number
    869652266512
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wear on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside brake light reduced output
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

  12. Pass83,051 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,051 miles
    Test number
    643264148978
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (2.7.3)

  13. Fail83,048 miles (+6,380)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,048 miles
    Test number
    920388512475
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (2.7.3)

  14. Pass76,668 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,668 miles
    Test number
    571003448497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror slightly loose

  15. Fail76,668 miles (+10,298)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,668 miles
    Test number
    188058860408
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Advisory245/40/17/91y continental
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror slightly loose

  16. Pass66,370 miles (+8,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,370 miles
    Test number
    799630345198
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass57,460 miles (+12,541)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,460 miles
    Test number
    507242244110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,919 miles (+12,170)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    44,919 miles
    Test number
    537444043149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,749 miles (+3,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    32,749 miles
    Test number
    788444322172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass29,330 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,330 miles
    Test number
    795596461174
    • NoteDrivers seat doesnt tilt
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteNearside mirror
    • NoteNearside rear tyre multi cuts in sidewall
    • NoteOffside wiper sweep

Questions about L5 GCB

Does L5 GCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 GCB is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 GCB?
The MOT on L5 GCB is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 GCB done?
L5 GCB was recorded at 125,299 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 6,341 miles a year.
Has L5 GCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 GCB has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on L5 GCB 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 GCB find?
L5 GCB passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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