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Mercedes-Benz C 320

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 3,199 cc

LL51 DFZMOT history

LL51 DFZ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 28,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2025.

LL51 DFZ black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2026
Mileage
28,877 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 DFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C 320
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 DFZ was last recorded at 28,877 miles on 14 Mar 2025, 4,974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,903 miles · 6 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
4,974 miles
Average per year
859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 28,877 miles
  • 2023 – 23,903 miles
  • 2022 – 18,659 miles
  • 2021 – 18,611 miles
  • 2019 – 18,494 miles
  • 2018 – 18,115 miles
  • 2017 – 17,759 miles
  • 2016 – 17,551 miles
  • 2014 – 17,414 miles
  • 2013 – 17,060 miles
  • 2012 – 16,914 miles
  • 2011 – 16,580 miles
  • 2010 – 16,250 miles
  • 2009 – 15,692 miles
  • 2008 – 15,338 miles
  • 2007 – 14,905 miles
  • 2006 – 13,590 miles
  • 2005 – 12,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,877 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,877 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    28,877 miles
    Test number
    428190505408
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail28,877 miles (+4,974)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,877 miles
    Test number
    172360896390
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass23,903 miles (+5,244)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    23,903 miles
    Test number
    326496091734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass18,659 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    18,659 miles
    Test number
    191182118424
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass18,611 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    18,611 miles
    Test number
    161305725145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass18,494 miles (+379)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    18,494 miles
    Test number
    564854671343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass18,115 miles (+356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    18,115 miles
    Test number
    739412348940
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass17,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    17,759 miles
    Test number
    622302296185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail17,759 miles (+208)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,759 miles
    Test number
    186059916094
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  10. Pass17,551 miles (+137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    17,551 miles
    Test number
    640831673916
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Pass17,414 miles (+354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    17,414 miles
    Test number
    296050814322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail17,060 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,060 miles
    Test number
    396219613370
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  13. Pass17,060 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    17,060 miles
    Test number
    487739813396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass16,914 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    16,914 miles
    Test number
    437358722445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,580 miles (+330)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    16,580 miles
    Test number
    717680621305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,250 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    16,250 miles
    Test number
    722673910300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,692 miles (+354)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    15,692 miles
    Test number
    263215619357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,338 miles (+433)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    15,338 miles
    Test number
    851097518303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    14,905 miles
    Test number
    411317017469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail14,905 miles (+1,315)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,905 miles
    Test number
    650297317365
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  21. Pass13,590 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    13,590 miles
    Test number
    333761526309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    12,279 miles
    Test number
    424382925355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 DFZ

Does LL51 DFZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 DFZ expired on 13 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 DFZ?
The MOT on LL51 DFZ expired on 13 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 DFZ done?
LL51 DFZ was recorded at 28,877 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2025, an average of 859 miles a year.
Has LL51 DFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 DFZ has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LL51 DFZ 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 LL51 DFZ find?
LL51 DFZ passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both.

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