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White · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

V13 GLWMOT history

V13 GLW is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 120,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

V13 GLW white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
120,888 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,051 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V13 GLW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V13 GLW was last recorded at 120,888 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 7,928 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,960 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,928 miles
Average per year
9,051 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,888 miles
  • 2025 – 112,960 miles
  • 2024 – 105,198 miles
  • 2023 – 97,638 miles
  • 2022 – 89,631 miles
  • 2021 – 80,082 miles
  • 2020 – 73,229 miles
  • 2019 – 64,640 miles
  • 2018 – 61,266 miles
  • 2017 – 51,253 miles
  • 2016 – 37,763 miles
  • 2015 – 22,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,888 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on 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.

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,888 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    120,888 miles
    Test number
    833576490339
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail120,885 miles (+7,925)3 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,885 miles
    Test number
    600867539534
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass112,960 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    112,960 miles
    Test number
    665127976151
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail112,960 miles (+7,762)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,960 miles
    Test number
    842414663099
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass105,198 miles (+131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    105,198 miles
    Test number
    693939526499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail105,067 miles (+7,429)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,067 miles
    Test number
    334770717780
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass97,638 miles (+8,007)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    97,638 miles
    Test number
    291335974821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,631 miles (+9,549)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,631 miles
    Test number
    893973996854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    80,082 miles
    Test number
    898970975684
    • AdvisoryO/s/f drop link boot perished/worn
  10. Fail80,080 miles (+6,851)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,080 miles
    Test number
    159812346720
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f drop link boot perished/worn
  11. Pass73,229 miles (+8,589)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,229 miles
    Test number
    520136279250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,640 miles (+3,374)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,640 miles
    Test number
    577122527741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,266 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,266 miles
    Test number
    977892637985
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Fail61,264 miles (+10,011)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,264 miles
    Test number
    179137518709
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass51,253 miles (+13,490)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,253 miles
    Test number
    206700059803
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryEngine compartment cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak detected on under tray
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted unable to check under neath underside components
  16. Pass37,763 miles (+15,601)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    37,763 miles
    Test number
    320465607438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    22,162 miles
    Test number
    798742735169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V13 GLW

Does V13 GLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V13 GLW is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V13 GLW?
The MOT on V13 GLW is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V13 GLW done?
V13 GLW was recorded at 120,888 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 9,051 miles a year.
Has V13 GLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V13 GLW has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V13 GLW 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 V13 GLW find?
V13 GLW passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear nail in tyre, and 1 more.

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