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Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

LS16 XCDMOT history

LS16 XCD is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 176,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

LS16 XCD silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
176,161 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
15,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 XCD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 XCD was last recorded at 176,161 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,154 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
15,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,161 miles
  • 2025 – 159,025 miles
  • 2024 – 146,098 miles
  • 2023 – 129,821 miles
  • 2022 – 107,754 miles
  • 2021 – 87,108 miles
  • 2020 – 72,850 miles
  • 2019 – 62,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,161 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2026

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    176,161 miles
    Test number
    340139238100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail176,161 miles (+7)3 dangerous6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,161 miles
    Test number
    752268217868
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate inscription illegible both (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail176,154 miles (+17,129)2 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,154 miles
    Test number
    437359653294
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass159,025 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    159,025 miles
    Test number
    336805501913
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail159,025 miles (+12,927)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,025 miles
    Test number
    568257906262
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass146,098 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    146,098 miles
    Test number
    769394916091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail146,098 miles (+16,277)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,098 miles
    Test number
    780069152480
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Buckle (7.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass129,821 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    129,821 miles
    Test number
    378763776848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail129,817 miles (+22,063)3 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,817 miles
    Test number
    351303879069
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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))
  10. Pass107,754 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    107,754 miles
    Test number
    403664051209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Fail107,754 miles (+20,646)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,754 miles
    Test number
    390735059096
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass87,108 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    87,108 miles
    Test number
    378604312019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,021 miles (+14,171)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,021 miles
    Test number
    129515501610
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  14. Pass72,850 miles (+10,580)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    72,850 miles
    Test number
    115044328686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded
  15. Pass62,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,270 miles
    Test number
    597409602305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS16 XCD

Does LS16 XCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 XCD is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 XCD?
The MOT on LS16 XCD is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 XCD done?
LS16 XCD was recorded at 176,161 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 15,311 miles a year.
Has LS16 XCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 XCD has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 XCD 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 LS16 XCD find?
LS16 XCD passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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