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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

L5 JMHMOT history

L5 JMH is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 2 Aug 2016. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 98,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

L5 JMH black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
98,789 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 JMH
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
2 Aug 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 JMH was last recorded at 98,789 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 11,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
87,698 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,091 miles
Average per year
11,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,789 miles
  • 2025 – 87,698 miles
  • 2024 – 78,042 miles
  • 2023 – 65,517 miles
  • 2022 – 51,644 miles
  • 2021 – 41,661 miles
  • 2020 – 30,999 miles
  • 2019 – 21,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,789 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

Full MOT history

13 tests since 31 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,789 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    98,789 miles
    Test number
    196849386950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail98,788 miles (+11,090)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,788 miles
    Test number
    916873921019
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass87,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    87,698 miles
    Test number
    870596317110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,696 miles (+9,654)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,696 miles
    Test number
    943564379686
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass78,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    78,042 miles
    Test number
    669057600638
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail78,042 miles (+12,525)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,042 miles
    Test number
    360145610701
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass65,517 miles (+13,873)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    65,517 miles
    Test number
    767352146577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,644 miles (+9,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    51,644 miles
    Test number
    808493973061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs lipped. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass41,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    41,661 miles
    Test number
    628273466314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail41,661 miles (+10,662)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,661 miles
    Test number
    973639947427
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/60R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass30,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    30,999 miles
    Test number
    101464485452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge close too limit. 205/60R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs lipped and worn. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail30,999 miles (+9,154)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,999 miles
    Test number
    459039816245
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge close too limit. 205/60R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs lipped and worn. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass21,845 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    21,845 miles
    Test number
    124706517645
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L5 JMH

Does L5 JMH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 JMH is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 JMH?
The MOT on L5 JMH 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 JMH done?
L5 JMH was recorded at 98,789 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 11,025 miles a year.
Has L5 JMH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 JMH has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 JMH 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 JMH find?
L5 JMH passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on outer edge.

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