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White · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L70 CJAMOT history

L70 CJA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 131,296 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

L70 CJA white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
131,296 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 CJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 CJA was last recorded at 131,296 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 12,952 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,344 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
12,952 miles
Average per year
9,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,296 miles
  • 2025 – 118,344 miles
  • 2024 – 104,823 miles
  • 2023 – 104,648 miles
  • 2022 – 97,557 miles
  • 2021 – 88,693 miles
  • 2020 – 81,822 miles
  • 2019 – 74,234 miles
  • 2018 – 65,373 miles
  • 2017 – 55,071 miles
  • 2016 – 43,811 miles
  • 2015 – 33,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,296 miles
  • AdvisoryUnder covers obstructing view of some components

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 30 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,296 miles (+12,952)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    131,296 miles
    Test number
    327281739897
    • AdvisoryUnder covers obstructing view of some components
  2. Pass118,344 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,344 miles
    Test number
    179742617970
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail118,343 miles (+13,520)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,343 miles
    Test number
    423929427929
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass104,823 miles (+175)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,823 miles
    Test number
    899161119771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,648 miles (+7,091)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,648 miles
    Test number
    393555677877
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass97,557 miles (+8,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    97,557 miles
    Test number
    819977176010
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass88,693 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,693 miles
    Test number
    310941240084
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail88,693 miles (+6,871)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,693 miles
    Test number
    487375646534
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40zr18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass81,822 miles (+7,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,822 miles
    Test number
    524039887596
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside and Offside, require adjustment (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged 225/40 18, outer sidewall, and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass74,234 miles (+8,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,234 miles
    Test number
    701596547446
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass65,373 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    65,373 miles
    Test number
    401237176968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,191 miles (+10,120)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,191 miles
    Test number
    262059890953
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass55,071 miles (+11,260)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    55,071 miles
    Test number
    978993715271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front wearing on inner edges (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass43,811 miles (+10,225)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    43,811 miles
    Test number
    699758714259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,586 miles
    Test number
    571881636151
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

Questions about L70 CJA

Does L70 CJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 CJA is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L70 CJA?
The MOT on L70 CJA is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 CJA done?
L70 CJA was recorded at 131,296 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 9,517 miles a year.
Has L70 CJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 CJA has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L70 CJA 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 L70 CJA find?
L70 CJA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: under covers obstructing view of some components.

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