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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

L8 FGWMOT history

L8 FGW is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 62,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

L8 FGW black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
62,570 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 FGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
15 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 FGW was last recorded at 62,570 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 14,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
47,950 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
14,620 miles
Average per year
5,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,570 miles
  • 2025 – 47,950 miles
  • 2024 – 46,274 miles
  • 2023 – 43,585 miles
  • 2022 – 39,195 miles
  • 2021 – 36,076 miles
  • 2020 – 33,052 miles
  • 2019 – 21,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,570 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

9 tests since 4 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,570 miles (+14,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    62,570 miles
    Test number
    486854121438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass47,950 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    47,950 miles
    Test number
    608947090359
    • 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))
  3. Fail47,948 miles (+1,674)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,948 miles
    Test number
    182705476831
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn close to minimum (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass46,274 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    46,274 miles
    Test number
    861548668565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass43,585 miles (+4,390)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    43,585 miles
    Test number
    310839976989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,195 miles (+3,119)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    39,195 miles
    Test number
    983251580346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,076 miles (+3,024)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    36,076 miles
    Test number
    550185082462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass33,052 miles (+11,311)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    33,052 miles
    Test number
    376183187936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,741 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    21,741 miles
    Test number
    610961368396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to no visible tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted and obscuring the view of some components

Questions about L8 FGW

Does L8 FGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 FGW is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 FGW?
The MOT on L8 FGW is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 FGW done?
L8 FGW was recorded at 62,570 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 5,411 miles a year.
Has L8 FGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 FGW has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 FGW 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 FGW find?
L8 FGW passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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