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Mercedes-Benz C

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,797 cc

L79 CTAMOT history

L79 CTA is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 106,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
106,856 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L79 CTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,797 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L79 CTA was last recorded at 106,856 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Apr 2024: 106,836 miles, lower than 106,863 miles on 5 Apr 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
106,855 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,856 miles
  • 2024 – 106,836 miles
  • 2023 – 106,863 miles
  • 2022 – 99,300 miles
  • 2021 – 98,935 miles
  • 2020 – 98,718 miles
  • 2018 – 98,601 miles
  • 2017 – 97,298 miles
  • 2014 – 94,028 miles
  • 2013 – 86,136 miles
  • 2012 – 81,571 miles
  • 2011 – 80,320 miles
  • 2010 – 79,903 miles
  • 2009 – 74,623 miles
  • 2008 – 68,563 miles
  • 2007 – 62,311 miles
  • 2006 – 56,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,856 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Sml engine oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,856 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    106,856 miles
    Test number
    654919598356
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail106,855 miles (+19)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,855 miles
    Test number
    395638464307
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,836 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    106,836 miles
    Test number
    618085723800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail106,836 miles (-27)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,836 miles
    Test number
    609286680186
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass106,863 miles (+7,563)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,863 miles
    Test number
    417959744680
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bush worn front
    • AdvisoryWheel bolts missing all 4 wheels

  6. Fail99,300 miles (+365)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,300 miles
    Test number
    720535509073
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass98,935 miles (+7)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,935 miles
    Test number
    563795091122
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed x2 both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 both sides wishbone bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySml engine oil leak

  8. Fail98,928 miles (+210)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,928 miles
    Test number
    675941664345
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed x2 both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 both sides wishbone bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySml engine oil leak

  9. Pass98,718 miles (+117)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    98,718 miles
    Test number
    502108939353
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed x2 both sides + perishing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront front bumper slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 both sides perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing x2 both sides corroded & weak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySml engine oil leak

  10. Pass98,601 miles (+1,303)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,601 miles
    Test number
    668867590872
    • MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shock worn/corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on arches & underside under-sealed .
    • AdvisorySml oil leak
    • AdvisoryX4 coil springs worn/corroded

  11. Pass97,298 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    97,298 miles
    Test number
    771579602680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  12. Fail97,296 miles (+3,268)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,296 miles
    Test number
    142682040982
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  13. Pass94,028 miles (+7,892)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    94,028 miles
    Test number
    489664334135
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteClutch pedal requires attention

  14. Pass86,136 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,136 miles
    Test number
    939305233184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail86,136 miles (+4,565)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,136 miles
    Test number
    566443733139
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass81,571 miles (+1,251)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,571 miles
    Test number
    176560832156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel line above rear sub-frame corroded

  17. Pass80,320 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,320 miles
    Test number
    766206121191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  18. Fail80,320 miles (+417)1 failure2 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,320 miles
    Test number
    139656321190
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  19. Pass79,903 miles (+5,280)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    79,903 miles
    Test number
    802435950024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass74,623 miles (+6,060)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    74,623 miles
    Test number
    530058459054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,563 miles (+6,252)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    68,563 miles
    Test number
    503366158090
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass62,311 miles (+5,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    62,311 miles
    Test number
    542398557002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass56,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    56,610 miles
    Test number
    932691266031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L79 CTA

Does L79 CTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L79 CTA is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L79 CTA?
The MOT on L79 CTA is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L79 CTA done?
L79 CTA was recorded at 106,856 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 2,543 miles a year.
Has L79 CTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L79 CTA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L79 CTA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Apr 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L79 CTA find?
L79 CTA passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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