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Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,799 cc

L7 HNVMOT history

L7 HNV is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 23 Dec 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 124,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2022.

L7 HNV black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Dec 2023
Mileage
124,366 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 HNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 HNV was last recorded at 124,366 miles on 21 Dec 2022, 1,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,450 miles · 21 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,916 miles
Average per year
1,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,366 miles
  • 2021 – 122,450 miles
  • 2020 – 120,565 miles
  • 2019 – 117,416 miles
  • 2018 – 114,087 miles
  • 2016 – 109,727 miles
  • 2015 – 104,992 miles
  • 2014 – 102,317 miles
  • 2013 – 102,187 miles
  • 2012 – 100,909 miles
  • 2011 – 99,135 miles
  • 2009 – 96,816 miles
  • 2007 – 91,971 miles
  • 2006 – 90,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,366 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,366 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    124,366 miles
    Test number
    193147680304
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail124,366 miles (+1,916)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,366 miles
    Test number
    709490131923
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass122,450 miles (+1,885)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    122,450 miles
    Test number
    608910015338
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass120,565 miles (+3,149)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,565 miles
    Test number
    205795663515
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass117,416 miles (+3,329)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,416 miles
    Test number
    888754941912
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass114,087 miles (+4,360)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    114,087 miles
    Test number
    950717994296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass109,727 miles (+4,735)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,727 miles
    Test number
    459152554486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass104,992 miles (+2,675)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    104,992 miles
    Test number
    805102625142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,317 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,317 miles
    Test number
    878272524120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,187 miles (+1,278)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    102,187 miles
    Test number
    419820043078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,909 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    100,909 miles
    Test number
    155918122446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,833 miles (+1,698)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,833 miles
    Test number
    247049312071
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass99,135 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    99,135 miles
    Test number
    369280511018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,816 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    96,816 miles
    Test number
    493228069249
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront axle tyres different size to rear axle.
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  15. Fail96,816 miles (+4,845)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,816 miles
    Test number
    993848769270
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront axle tyres different size to rear axle.
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  16. Pass91,971 miles (+489)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    91,971 miles
    Test number
    934857067245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass91,482 miles (+596)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    91,482 miles
    Test number
    864894747016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,886 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    90,886 miles
    Test number
    132018836440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded

Questions about L7 HNV

Does L7 HNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 HNV expired on 23 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 HNV?
The MOT on L7 HNV expired on 23 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 HNV done?
L7 HNV was recorded at 124,366 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2022, an average of 1,985 miles a year.
Has L7 HNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 HNV has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on L7 HNV 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 L7 HNV find?
L7 HNV passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2022 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 4 more.

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