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White · Petrol · 2013 · 6,208 cc

V8 LUUMOT history

V8 LUU is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 82,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

V8 LUU white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
82,293 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 LUU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,208 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
14 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 LUU was last recorded at 82,293 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,116 miles · 6 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
177 miles
Average per year
5,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,293 miles
  • 2025 – 69,759 miles
  • 2024 – 54,991 miles
  • 2023 – 45,008 miles
  • 2022 – 43,125 miles
  • 2021 – 42,213 miles
  • 2020 – 37,866 miles
  • 2016 – 32,530 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,293 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryO/s headlight slightly insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak from engine bayRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryProp-shaft rubber uj's starting to splitRecorded 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.

  • Various oil leaks on the underside of the vehicle but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose leaking

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 10 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,293 miles (+177)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    82,293 miles
    Test number
    234058487896
    • 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 Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryO/s headlight slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine bay
    • AdvisoryProp-shaft rubber uj's starting to split
  2. Fail82,116 miles (+12,357)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,116 miles
    Test number
    474146889234
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 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))
    • AdvisoryO/s headlight slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine bay
    • AdvisoryProp-shaft rubber uj's starting to split
  3. Pass69,759 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    69,759 miles
    Test number
    764924591234
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks on the underside of the vehicle but not excessive
  4. Fail69,738 miles (+139)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,738 miles
    Test number
    136797361643
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks on the underside of the vehicle but not excessive
  5. Fail69,599 miles (+356)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,599 miles
    Test number
    813283998348
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail69,243 miles (+14,252)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,243 miles
    Test number
    862960909867
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass54,991 miles (+9,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    54,991 miles
    Test number
    149375516605
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass45,008 miles (+1,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    45,008 miles
    Test number
    503080198626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering rack gaiter damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack gaiter damp
  9. Pass43,125 miles (+912)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    43,125 miles
    Test number
    630999582319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,213 miles (+4,347)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    42,213 miles
    Test number
    975021290784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,866 miles (+5,336)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    37,866 miles
    Test number
    765320755633
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  12. Pass32,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    32,530 miles
    Test number
    620581590208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 LUU

Does V8 LUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 LUU is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 LUU?
The MOT on V8 LUU is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 LUU done?
V8 LUU was recorded at 82,293 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 5,010 miles a year.
Has V8 LUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 LUU has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V8 LUU 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 V8 LUU find?
V8 LUU passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint, and 5 more.

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