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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L6 MXWMOT history

L6 MXW is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Oct 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 105,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

L6 MXW black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,537 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 MXW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Oct 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 MXW was last recorded at 105,537 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 8,512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,025 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,512 miles
Average per year
6,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,537 miles
  • 2025 – 97,025 miles
  • 2024 – 84,260 miles
  • 2023 – 83,227 miles
  • 2022 – 76,153 miles
  • 2021 – 68,055 miles
  • 2020 – 62,486 miles
  • 2019 – 58,549 miles
  • 2017 – 54,201 miles
  • 2016 – 47,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,537 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Offside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Some wear to both rear brake discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,537 miles
    Test number
    950325663803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail105,537 miles (+8,512)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,537 miles
    Test number
    146471782088
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass97,025 miles (+340)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,025 miles
    Test number
    809427851992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail96,685 miles (+12,425)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,685 miles
    Test number
    949920391255
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Road wheel fractured rim cracked (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge of tyre has splits to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass84,260 miles (+1,033)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,260 miles
    Test number
    444692648098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass83,227 miles (+7,074)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    83,227 miles
    Test number
    702772109391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,153 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    76,153 miles
    Test number
    494877218918
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded but not excessive
  8. Fail76,153 miles (+109)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,153 miles
    Test number
    789846394549
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded but not excessive
  9. Fail76,044 miles (+7,989)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,044 miles
    Test number
    558926028881
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
  10. Pass68,055 miles (+5,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,055 miles
    Test number
    943998243753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres are wearing on edges
  11. Pass62,486 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,486 miles
    Test number
    280657848633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,549 miles (+4,348)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    58,549 miles
    Test number
    751652391913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,201 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    54,201 miles
    Test number
    820239851136
    • AdvisorySome wear to both rear brake discs
  14. Fail54,192 miles (+6,897)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,192 miles
    Test number
    279588275267
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySome wear to both rear brake discs
  15. Pass47,295 miles (+6,331)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    47,295 miles
    Test number
    355953464857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass40,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,964 miles
    Test number
    264193333903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 MXW

Does L6 MXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 MXW is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 MXW?
The MOT on L6 MXW is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 MXW done?
L6 MXW was recorded at 105,537 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 6,444 miles a year.
Has L6 MXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 MXW has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 MXW 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 L6 MXW find?
L6 MXW passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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