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Mercedes-Benz B-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,498 cc

L5 WLKMOT history

L5 WLK is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 28 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 93,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2022.

L5 WLK grey Mercedes-Benz B-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2023
Mileage
93,292 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 WLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 WLK was last recorded at 93,292 miles on 27 Jan 2022, 2,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,178 miles · 8 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,114 miles
Average per year
5,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,292 miles
  • 2021 – 91,178 miles
  • 2019 – 87,540 miles
  • 2018 – 81,361 miles
  • 2017 – 76,523 miles
  • 2016 – 73,211 miles
  • 2015 – 70,864 miles
  • 2014 – 67,873 miles
  • 2013 – 59,678 miles
  • 2012 – 51,490 miles
  • 2011 – 43,377 miles
  • 2010 – 32,935 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,292 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryHand brake reserve travel low
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,292 miles (+2,114)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,292 miles
    Test number
    762452205230
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHand brake reserve travel low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass91,178 miles (+3,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    91,178 miles
    Test number
    182351880143
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass87,540 miles (+6,179)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,540 miles
    Test number
    875435321381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,361 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    81,361 miles
    Test number
    268814054394
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild seat

  5. Fail81,361 miles (+4,838)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,361 miles
    Test number
    737436761657
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild seat

  6. Pass76,523 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,523 miles
    Test number
    431101385314
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFoot baker just met the brake limit
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened &undercover fitted obscuring some components (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Underneath corroded & all suspension parts corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Underneath corroded (6.1.B.2)

  7. Fail76,523 miles (+3,312)7 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,523 miles
    Test number
    153152340462
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFoot baker just met the brake limit
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened &undercover fitted obscuring some components (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Underneath corroded & all suspension parts corroded (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion Underneath corroded (6.1.B.2)

  8. Pass73,211 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,211 miles
    Test number
    901668266415
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Fail73,211 miles (+2,347)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,211 miles
    Test number
    308776692356
    • Repaired at testRear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass70,864 miles (+2,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,864 miles
    Test number
    377036371263
    • AdvisoryBaby seat fitted in rear

  11. Pass67,873 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,873 miles
    Test number
    467983954474
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail67,872 miles (+1,816)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,872 miles
    Test number
    228042354374
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass66,056 miles (+6,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,056 miles
    Test number
    648377374049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass59,678 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,678 miles
    Test number
    858164673033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,676 miles (+8,186)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,676 miles
    Test number
    387953473018
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass51,490 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,490 miles
    Test number
    737054872003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail51,489 miles (+8,112)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,489 miles
    Test number
    959533172059
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass43,377 miles (+10,442)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,377 miles
    Test number
    106043511476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,935 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,935 miles
    Test number
    731324710086
    • NoteAll four brake discs worn

Questions about L5 WLK

Does L5 WLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 WLK expired on 7 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 WLK?
The MOT on L5 WLK expired on 7 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 WLK done?
L5 WLK was recorded at 93,292 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2022, an average of 5,015 miles a year.
Has L5 WLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 WLK has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on L5 WLK 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 WLK find?
L5 WLK passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2022 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; hand brake reserve travel low; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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