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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

Y18 AJLMOT history

Y18 AJL is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 29 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 70,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

Y18 AJL silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
70,887 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 AJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 AJL was last recorded at 70,887 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 2,541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,346 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,541 miles
Average per year
3,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,887 miles
  • 2025 – 68,346 miles
  • 2024 – 65,400 miles
  • 2023 – 62,985 miles
  • 2022 – 58,443 miles
  • 2021 – 55,612 miles
  • 2020 – 55,015 miles
  • 2019 – 54,154 miles
  • 2018 – 52,963 miles
  • 2017 – 47,728 miles
  • 2016 – 43,518 miles
  • 2015 – 42,722 miles
  • 2014 – 38,009 miles
  • 2013 – 34,304 miles
  • 2012 – 27,175 miles
  • 2011 – 22,454 miles
  • 2010 – 12,569 miles
  • 2009 – 10,500 miles
  • 2008 – 7,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,887 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,887 miles (+2,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    70,887 miles
    Test number
    245142023953
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass68,346 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    68,346 miles
    Test number
    175305050749
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSION ON REAR BRAKE PIPES

  3. Fail68,346 miles (+2,946)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,346 miles
    Test number
    672493734041
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSION ON REAR BRAKE PIPES

  4. Pass65,400 miles (+2,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    65,400 miles
    Test number
    502949101090
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass62,985 miles (+4,542)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    62,985 miles
    Test number
    125481820201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass58,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    58,443 miles
    Test number
    838477038929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail58,443 miles (+2,831)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,443 miles
    Test number
    110863542835
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass55,612 miles (+597)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    55,612 miles
    Test number
    422292617157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,015 miles (+861)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,015 miles
    Test number
    949182505878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,154 miles (+1,191)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    54,154 miles
    Test number
    961851289432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,963 miles (+5,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    52,963 miles
    Test number
    519634041261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass47,728 miles (+4,210)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,728 miles
    Test number
    235036169904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,518 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    43,518 miles
    Test number
    188498700393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    42,722 miles
    Test number
    995309526776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail42,722 miles (+4,713)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,722 miles
    Test number
    311989184631
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass38,009 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    38,009 miles
    Test number
    676152564288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades worn

  17. Fail38,009 miles (+3,705)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,009 miles
    Test number
    186290264208
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades worn

  18. Pass34,304 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    34,304 miles
    Test number
    739999953269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSuspect intermittant ESP fault but not present at time of test.

  19. Fail340,304 miles (+313,129)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    340,304 miles
    Test number
    948319653255
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass27,175 miles (+4,721)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,175 miles
    Test number
    639627922268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,454 miles (+9,885)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,454 miles
    Test number
    505340011298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,569 miles (+2,069)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    12,569 miles
    Test number
    480893790130
    • NoteFront discs, inner edge rusty

  23. Pass10,500 miles (+3,263)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    10,500 miles
    Test number
    321872699403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    7,237 miles
    Test number
    773233978263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y18 AJL

Does Y18 AJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 AJL is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 AJL?
The MOT on Y18 AJL is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 AJL done?
Y18 AJL was recorded at 70,887 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 3,559 miles a year.
Has Y18 AJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 AJL has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y18 AJL 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 Y18 AJL find?
Y18 AJL passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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