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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

L7 TYJMOT history

L7 TYJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 5 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 84,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

L7 TYJ black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
84,482 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 TYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
5 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 TYJ was last recorded at 84,482 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,430 miles · 25 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
5,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,482 miles
  • 2024 – 79,791 miles
  • 2023 – 75,794 miles
  • 2022 – 74,770 miles
  • 2021 – 69,530 miles
  • 2020 – 64,806 miles
  • 2019 – 61,189 miles
  • 2018 – 49,526 miles
  • 2017 – 40,725 miles
  • 2016 – 27,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,482 miles

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive undertray damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,482 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    84,482 miles
    Test number
    209352234167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail84,430 miles (+4,639)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,430 miles
    Test number
    191163298145
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  3. Pass79,791 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    79,791 miles
    Test number
    476277450130
    • AdvisoryAdvise Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail79,791 miles (+3,997)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,791 miles
    Test number
    687844757628
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryAdvise Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass75,794 miles (+1,024)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    75,794 miles
    Test number
    371206304675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,770 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    74,770 miles
    Test number
    170721222136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive undertray damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail74,766 miles (+5,236)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,766 miles
    Test number
    328121516052
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive undertray damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass69,530 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    69,530 miles
    Test number
    407669010030
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail69,528 miles (+4,722)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,528 miles
    Test number
    641279807556
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1.3mm) (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (1.7mm) (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass64,806 miles (+3,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    64,806 miles
    Test number
    583489706879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass61,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,189 miles
    Test number
    839286768188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,189 miles (+11,663)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,189 miles
    Test number
    952109569688
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  13. Pass49,526 miles (+8,801)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    49,526 miles
    Test number
    536636604366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,725 miles (+12,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    40,725 miles
    Test number
    314946723467
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass27,897 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    27,897 miles
    Test number
    374415724241
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L7 TYJ

Does L7 TYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 TYJ is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L7 TYJ?
The MOT on L7 TYJ is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 TYJ done?
L7 TYJ was recorded at 84,482 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 5,966 miles a year.
Has L7 TYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 TYJ has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L7 TYJ 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 TYJ find?
L7 TYJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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