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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,397 cc

L8 JLNMOT history

L8 JLN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2022 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 145,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2023.

L8 JLN silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2022
Mileage
145,400 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 JLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L8 JLN was last recorded at 145,400 miles on 10 Jan 2023, 131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,269 miles · 14 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
131 miles
Average per year
6,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 145,400 miles
  • 2022 – 145,269 miles
  • 2021 – 137,952 miles
  • 2020 – 132,082 miles
  • 2019 – 125,738 miles
  • 2018 – 118,247 miles
  • 2017 – 111,048 miles
  • 2016 – 100,752 miles
  • 2015 – 95,406 miles
  • 2014 – 89,035 miles
  • 2013 – 81,286 miles
  • 2012 – 70,029 miles
  • 2011 – 65,285 miles
  • 2010 – 58,271 miles
  • 2009 – 51,100 miles
  • 2008 – 45,571 miles
  • 2007 – 42,944 miles
  • 2006 – 38,899 miles
  • 2005 – 35,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,400 miles
  • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire insecure (6.1.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion in front wing

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Coolant leak MAYBE DUE TO OVERHEATING AND FAN NOT KICKING IN

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,400 miles (+131)1 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,400 miles
    Test number
    477987427856
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire insecure (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion in front wing

  2. Fail145,269 miles (+7,317)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,269 miles
    Test number
    420958904441
    • MajorEmissions not tested overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass137,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,952 miles
    Test number
    474183437652
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail137,952 miles (+5,870)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,952 miles
    Test number
    422505868060
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass132,082 miles (+6,344)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    132,082 miles
    Test number
    660989754781
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Surface corrosion

  6. Pass125,738 miles (+18)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    125,738 miles
    Test number
    256855439069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak MAYBE DUE TO OVERHEATING AND FAN NOT KICKING IN
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySLIGHT BINDS ON O/S/F AND O/S/R
    • AdvisoryTEMP APPROVED FUEL CAP FITTED

  7. Fail125,720 miles (+7,473)9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,720 miles
    Test number
    935184282970
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak MAYBE DUE TO OVERHEATING AND FAN NOT KICKING IN
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySLIGHT BINDS ON O/S/F AND O/S/R
    • AdvisoryTEMP APPROVED FUEL CAP FITTED

  8. Pass118,247 miles (+7,199)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    118,247 miles
    Test number
    652632808152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass111,048 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    111,048 miles
    Test number
    555354344239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail111,048 miles (+10,296)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,048 miles
    Test number
    790465938991
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass100,752 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    100,752 miles
    Test number
    597689927295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail100,752 miles (+5,346)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,752 miles
    Test number
    552138841740
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass95,406 miles (+6,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    95,406 miles
    Test number
    888491984876
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass89,035 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    89,035 miles
    Test number
    516231034344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail89,035 miles (+7,749)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,035 miles
    Test number
    607331634319
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass81,286 miles (+11,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,286 miles
    Test number
    209496093237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass70,029 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,029 miles
    Test number
    668234002366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteASR light on
    • NoteOffside front brake slightly binding

  18. Fail70,029 miles (+4,744)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,029 miles
    Test number
    496180502368
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteASR light on
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front brake slightly binding

  19. Fail65,285 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,285 miles
    Test number
    117798841217
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass65,285 miles (+7,014)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,285 miles
    Test number
    567538841276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Pass58,271 miles (+7,171)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,271 miles
    Test number
    511292150237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,100 miles (+5,529)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,100 miles
    Test number
    502662959200
    • NoteUnable to check outer sills due to plastic sill covers

  23. Pass45,571 miles (+2,627)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,571 miles
    Test number
    711860348228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass42,944 miles (+4,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,944 miles
    Test number
    960570947287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass38,899 miles (+3,647)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,899 miles
    Test number
    274952346228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,252 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    35,252 miles
    Test number
    534083845231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Questions about L8 JLN

Does L8 JLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 JLN expired on 17 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 JLN?
The MOT on L8 JLN expired on 17 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 JLN done?
L8 JLN was recorded at 145,400 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2023, an average of 6,345 miles a year.
Has L8 JLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 JLN has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 JLN 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 JLN find?
L8 JLN failed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire insecure; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 8 more.

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