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Black · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2016 · 1,991 cc

S3 JLAMOT history

S3 JLA is a black hybrid electric (clean) Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 94,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

S3 JLA black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
94,171 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 JLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Hybrid electric (clean)
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
26 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 JLA was last recorded at 94,171 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 10,553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
83,618 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,553 miles
Average per year
7,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,171 miles
  • 2025 – 83,618 miles
  • 2023 – 72,086 miles
  • 2022 – 61,723 miles
  • 2021 – 53,828 miles
  • 2020 – 50,304 miles
  • 2019 – 44,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,171 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 8 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,171 miles (+10,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    94,171 miles
    Test number
    342117987330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass83,618 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    83,618 miles
    Test number
    998030403109
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail83,618 miles (+11,532)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,618 miles
    Test number
    147690576496
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass72,086 miles (+10,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,086 miles
    Test number
    592465725245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass61,723 miles (+7,895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    61,723 miles
    Test number
    672348963392
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass53,828 miles (+3,524)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    53,828 miles
    Test number
    672652930547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge 245/40/R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40/R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass50,304 miles (+5,838)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,304 miles
    Test number
    729005397574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,466 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    44,466 miles
    Test number
    997837072035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,032 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    44,032 miles
    Test number
    290136642511
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail44,032 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,032 miles
    Test number
    340094334604
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about S3 JLA

Does S3 JLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 JLA is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 JLA?
The MOT on S3 JLA is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 JLA done?
S3 JLA was recorded at 94,171 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 7,093 miles a year.
Has S3 JLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 JLA has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 JLA 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 S3 JLA find?
S3 JLA passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge.

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