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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

L7 THRMOT history

L7 THR is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 6 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 66,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2022.

L7 THR silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2023
Mileage
66,953 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 THR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 THR was last recorded at 66,953 miles on 19 Apr 2022, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,903 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
2,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 66,953 miles
  • 2021 – 65,683 miles
  • 2020 – 64,496 miles
  • 2019 – 62,780 miles
  • 2018 – 61,212 miles
  • 2017 – 58,855 miles
  • 2016 – 55,895 miles
  • 2015 – 53,821 miles
  • 2014 – 49,683 miles
  • 2013 – 45,357 miles
  • 2012 – 40,291 miles
  • 2011 – 35,951 miles
  • 2010 – 32,722 miles
  • 2009 – 32,012 miles
  • 2008 – 29,902 miles
  • 2007 – 25,554 miles
  • 2006 – 21,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,953 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear General condition of subframe and suspension armsRecorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,953 miles (+50)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    66,953 miles
    Test number
    443366707192
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear General condition of subframe and suspension arms

  2. Fail66,903 miles (+1,220)5 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,903 miles
    Test number
    459164261383
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear general condition of subframe and suspension arms

  3. Pass65,683 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    65,683 miles
    Test number
    818794167171
    • AdvisoryGeneral condition under vehicle ( corrosion )
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail65,654 miles (+1,158)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,654 miles
    Test number
    490450719744
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral condition under vehicle ( corrosion )
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass64,496 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    64,496 miles
    Test number
    282239959566
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail64,494 miles (+1,714)1 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,494 miles
    Test number
    664196474962
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass62,780 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    62,780 miles
    Test number
    552868342469
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail62,775 miles (+1,563)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,775 miles
    Test number
    646848112905
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass61,212 miles (+2,357)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,212 miles
    Test number
    937260686683
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass58,855 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,855 miles
    Test number
    905737218594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail58,855 miles (+2,960)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,855 miles
    Test number
    282234948538
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass55,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,895 miles
    Test number
    841356835623
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail55,895 miles (+2,074)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,895 miles
    Test number
    404837947903
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass53,821 miles (+4,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,821 miles
    Test number
    958533785043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass49,683 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,683 miles
    Test number
    118096384097
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail49,683 miles (+4,326)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,683 miles
    Test number
    687916084016
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass45,357 miles (+5,066)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,357 miles
    Test number
    769605283075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,291 miles (+4,340)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    40,291 miles
    Test number
    176597982497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,951 miles (+3,229)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,951 miles
    Test number
    736056561012
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass32,722 miles (+710)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,722 miles
    Test number
    660522990029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,012 miles (+2,110)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,012 miles
    Test number
    613935389106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,902 miles (+4,348)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,902 miles
    Test number
    773589888083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,554 miles
    Test number
    850736867051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail25,554 miles (+4,200)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,554 miles
    Test number
    871335467022
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • NoteFront tyre wearing on outer edge

  25. Pass21,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,354 miles
    Test number
    381145766032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 THR

Does L7 THR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 THR expired on 18 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 THR?
The MOT on L7 THR expired on 18 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 THR done?
L7 THR was recorded at 66,953 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2022, an average of 2,829 miles a year.
Has L7 THR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 THR has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L7 THR 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 THR find?
L7 THR passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2022 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 7 more.

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