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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

LR13 BVLMOT history

LR13 BVL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 22 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 108,651 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

LR13 BVL black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
108,651 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR13 BVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
22 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR13 BVL was last recorded at 108,651 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,651 miles · 6 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,651 miles
  • 2025 – 100,886 miles
  • 2023 – 94,724 miles
  • 2022 – 84,329 miles
  • 2021 – 69,239 miles
  • 2020 – 62,153 miles
  • 2019 – 59,525 miles
  • 2018 – 52,006 miles
  • 2017 – 43,549 miles
  • 2016 – 35,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,651 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated furthest forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,651 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    108,651 miles
    Test number
    895465964972
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated furthest forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail108,651 miles (+7,765)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,651 miles
    Test number
    335127808171
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated furthest forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass100,886 miles (+6,162)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    100,886 miles
    Test number
    975772963685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,724 miles (+10,395)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    94,724 miles
    Test number
    629646106703
    • 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 Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass84,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,329 miles
    Test number
    464666149354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail84,329 miles (+15,090)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,329 miles
    Test number
    200048666596
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass69,239 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    69,239 miles
    Test number
    205839896297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,236 miles (+1,826)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,236 miles
    Test number
    974347362579
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also driven flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake backing plate corroded away
  9. Pass67,410 miles (+5,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    67,410 miles
    Test number
    413167574482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass62,153 miles (+2,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    62,153 miles
    Test number
    678339389477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass59,525 miles (+7,519)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,525 miles
    Test number
    976769589422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,006 miles (+8,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    52,006 miles
    Test number
    638859556591
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass43,549 miles (+7,595)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    43,549 miles
    Test number
    346125387524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,954 miles
    Test number
    153473957815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR13 BVL

Does LR13 BVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR13 BVL is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR13 BVL?
The MOT on LR13 BVL is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR13 BVL done?
LR13 BVL was recorded at 108,651 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 7,273 miles a year.
Has LR13 BVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR13 BVL has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR13 BVL 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 LR13 BVL find?
LR13 BVL passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated furthest forward arm; nearside rear tyre obviously under inflated, and 3 more.

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