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Black · Diesel · 2018 · 2,143 cc

L8 ELRMOT history

L8 ELR is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLA first used on 30 Apr 2018. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 67,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

L8 ELR black Mercedes-Benz Cla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
67,325 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 ELR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Apr 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 ELR was last recorded at 67,325 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 13,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
53,789 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
13,536 miles
Average per year
5,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,325 miles
  • 2025 – 53,789 miles
  • 2024 – 50,338 miles
  • 2023 – 47,154 miles
  • 2022 – 42,548 miles
  • 2021 – 36,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,325 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 1 May 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,325 miles (+13,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    67,325 miles
    Test number
    432070428886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass53,789 miles (+552)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    53,789 miles
    Test number
    500819167339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass53,237 miles (+2,899)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    53,237 miles
    Test number
    875135071766
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass50,338 miles (+3,184)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,338 miles
    Test number
    347844752879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass47,154 miles (+4,606)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    47,154 miles
    Test number
    410416659532
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also cut in tyre but not deep enough to reach cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass42,548 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    42,548 miles
    Test number
    663879059654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail42,547 miles (+6,026)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,547 miles
    Test number
    607555951560
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 215/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass36,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    36,521 miles
    Test number
    433860866833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 ELR

Does L8 ELR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 ELR is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 ELR?
The MOT on L8 ELR is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 ELR done?
L8 ELR was recorded at 67,325 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 5,764 miles a year.
Has L8 ELR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 ELR has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on L8 ELR 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 ELR find?
L8 ELR passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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