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Red · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

L8 AAFMOT history

L8 AAF is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 25 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 107,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

L8 AAF red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,433 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 AAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 AAF was last recorded at 107,433 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,431 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,433 miles
  • 2025 – 102,752 miles
  • 2024 – 96,855 miles
  • 2023 – 93,601 miles
  • 2022 – 91,520 miles
  • 2021 – 89,042 miles
  • 2020 – 87,623 miles
  • 2019 – 84,277 miles
  • 2018 – 78,300 miles
  • 2017 – 73,669 miles
  • 2016 – 67,120 miles
  • 2015 – 64,124 miles
  • 2014 – 59,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,433 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine cover under car looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear head light leveling device linkage brokenRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryChip in windscreenRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake wear light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,433 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,433 miles
    Test number
    176560392205
    • AdvisoryEngine cover under car loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear head light leveling device linkage broken
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  2. Fail107,431 miles (+4,679)2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,431 miles
    Test number
    628680713551
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture pipe burst (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover under car loose
    • AdvisoryRear head light leveling device linkage broken
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  3. Pass102,752 miles (+5,897)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,752 miles
    Test number
    622177730544
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine tray under car loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear head light leveling device linkage broken

  4. Pass96,855 miles (+3,254)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    96,855 miles
    Test number
    474239385876
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChip on windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear headlamp leveling device linkage broken

  5. Pass93,601 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    93,601 miles
    Test number
    150652869639
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail93,601 miles (+2,081)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,601 miles
    Test number
    663425612579
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass91,520 miles (+2,478)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,520 miles
    Test number
    239302375653
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2254018 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on friction surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear warning illuminated
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox undertrays are insecure

  8. Pass89,042 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    89,042 miles
    Test number
    986033024669
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear light on

  9. Fail89,042 miles (+1,419)3 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,042 miles
    Test number
    690123370166
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear light on
    • AdvisoryUnder tray hanging down

  10. Pass87,623 miles (+3,346)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    87,623 miles
    Test number
    578994761835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  11. Pass84,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,277 miles
    Test number
    633068926371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail84,271 miles (+5,971)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,271 miles
    Test number
    405893822272
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass78,300 miles (+4,631)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,300 miles
    Test number
    223854601762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,669 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,669 miles
    Test number
    165794273714
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement castor (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail73,668 miles (+6,548)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,668 miles
    Test number
    129470039061
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement castor (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass67,120 miles (+2,996)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,120 miles
    Test number
    224962216596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,124 miles (+4,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,124 miles
    Test number
    933676579003
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass59,170 miles (+233)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,170 miles
    Test number
    487633524477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,937 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,937 miles
    Test number
    749795754290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,935 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,935 miles
    Test number
    945594054254
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L8 AAF

Does L8 AAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 AAF is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 AAF?
The MOT on L8 AAF is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 AAF done?
L8 AAF was recorded at 107,433 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 4,235 miles a year.
Has L8 AAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 AAF has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 AAF 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 L8 AAF find?
L8 AAF passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: engine cover under car loose; oil leak, but not excessive; rear head light leveling device linkage broken, and 1 more.

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