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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

V18 HJBMOT history

V18 HJB is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 29 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 96,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

V18 HJB black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
96,171 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 HJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
29 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 HJB was last recorded at 96,171 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 12,699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,472 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
12,699 miles
Average per year
7,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,171 miles
  • 2025 – 83,472 miles
  • 2024 – 70,793 miles
  • 2023 – 66,317 miles
  • 2022 – 60,415 miles
  • 2021 – 55,711 miles
  • 2020 – 49,983 miles
  • 2019 – 43,775 miles
  • 2018 – 37,877 miles
  • 2017 – 32,021 miles
  • 2016 – 25,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,171 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,171 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    96,171 miles
    Test number
    444963626666
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail96,171 miles (+12,699)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,171 miles
    Test number
    155569181144
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass83,472 miles (+12,679)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    83,472 miles
    Test number
    806832300415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along side of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass70,793 miles (+4,476)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    70,793 miles
    Test number
    560829249582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,317 miles (+5,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    66,317 miles
    Test number
    726097040454
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance on parking brake

  6. Pass60,415 miles (+4,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    60,415 miles
    Test number
    729194556552
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass55,711 miles (+5,728)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    55,711 miles
    Test number
    790499485250
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted preventing the test of some components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass49,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    49,983 miles
    Test number
    555494605474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail49,983 miles (+6,208)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,983 miles
    Test number
    915336221316
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass43,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    43,775 miles
    Test number
    296953620097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail43,775 miles (+5,898)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,775 miles
    Test number
    804055477482
    • 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))

  12. Pass37,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    37,877 miles
    Test number
    745279123314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,877 miles (+5,856)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,877 miles
    Test number
    963262360124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass32,021 miles (+6,855)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    32,021 miles
    Test number
    505054625271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    25,166 miles
    Test number
    834112319613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V18 HJB

Does V18 HJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 HJB is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 HJB?
The MOT on V18 HJB is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 HJB done?
V18 HJB was recorded at 96,171 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 7,176 miles a year.
Has V18 HJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 HJB has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V18 HJB 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 V18 HJB find?
V18 HJB passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near fuel tank; rear coil spring corroded both.

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