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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

L7 VSNMOT history

L7 VSN is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Sept 2012. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2024 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 112,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2023.

L7 VSN black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2024
Mileage
112,780 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2023
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 VSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 VSN was last recorded at 112,780 miles on 18 Feb 2023, 7,782 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,998 miles · 10 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
7,782 miles
Average per year
11,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,780 miles
  • 2022 – 104,998 miles
  • 2020 – 88,289 miles
  • 2019 – 72,755 miles
  • 2018 – 61,548 miles
  • 2017 – 50,052 miles
  • 2016 – 39,277 miles
  • 2015 – 28,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,780 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 28 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,780 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    112,780 miles
    Test number
    261624708682
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  2. Fail112,780 miles (+7,782)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,780 miles
    Test number
    283351571643
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  3. Pass104,998 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,998 miles
    Test number
    165377496774
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail104,998 miles (+16,709)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,998 miles
    Test number
    946864784783
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass88,289 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,289 miles
    Test number
    631781835806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail88,156 miles (+15,401)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,156 miles
    Test number
    792843263804
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass72,755 miles (+5,833)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,755 miles
    Test number
    592288234069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,922 miles (+5,374)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    66,922 miles
    Test number
    324245927785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,548 miles (+11,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,548 miles
    Test number
    666255920676
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  10. Pass50,052 miles (+10,775)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    50,052 miles
    Test number
    175793284626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,277 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    39,277 miles
    Test number
    120455909379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,122 miles (+10,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,122 miles
    Test number
    587569779603
    • AdvisoryFront Both front brake discs worn (inner)

  13. Pass28,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    28,526 miles
    Test number
    874813125843
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L7 VSN

Does L7 VSN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 VSN expired on 17 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 VSN?
The MOT on L7 VSN expired on 17 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 VSN done?
L7 VSN was recorded at 112,780 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2023, an average of 11,398 miles a year.
Has L7 VSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 VSN has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L7 VSN 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 VSN find?
L7 VSN passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2023 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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