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Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

LM16 HLWMOT history

LM16 HLW is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 129,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

LM16 HLW blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
129,318 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 HLW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 HLW was last recorded at 129,318 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 76 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,242 miles · 7 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
76 miles
Average per year
11,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,318 miles
  • 2025 – 121,326 miles
  • 2024 – 111,051 miles
  • 2023 – 98,406 miles
  • 2022 – 80,231 miles
  • 2021 – 67,454 miles
  • 2020 – 60,800 miles
  • 2019 – 46,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,318 miles
  • AdvisoryRear both rear caliper clips missing calipers are secureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test Recording device

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

11 tests since 12 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,318 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    129,318 miles
    Test number
    736169759212
    • AdvisoryRear both rear caliper clips missing calipers are secure
  2. Fail129,242 miles (+7,916)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,242 miles
    Test number
    984653056501
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear both rear caliper clips missing calipers are secure
  3. Pass121,326 miles (+10,275)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    121,326 miles
    Test number
    510579251227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,051 miles (+12,645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    111,051 miles
    Test number
    421007647230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass98,406 miles (+18,175)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    98,406 miles
    Test number
    506536035083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,231 miles (+100)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    80,231 miles
    Test number
    404007174717
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Recording device
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail80,131 miles (+12,677)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,131 miles
    Test number
    111535553816
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Recording device
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass67,454 miles (+6,654)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    67,454 miles
    Test number
    106345540390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass60,800 miles (+14,263)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    60,800 miles
    Test number
    133968462929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,537 miles (+321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    46,537 miles
    Test number
    918580554182
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail46,216 miles2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,216 miles
    Test number
    928721876042
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

Questions about LM16 HLW

Does LM16 HLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 HLW is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 HLW?
The MOT on LM16 HLW is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 HLW done?
LM16 HLW was recorded at 129,318 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 11,884 miles a year.
Has LM16 HLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 HLW has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LM16 HLW 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 LM16 HLW find?
LM16 HLW passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: rear both rear caliper clips missing calipers are secure.

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