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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

C5 LHRMOT history

C5 LHR is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 219,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

C5 LHR black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
219,114 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 LHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 LHR was last recorded at 219,114 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
219,108 miles · 28 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
11,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 219,114 miles
  • 2025 – 199,562 miles
  • 2024 – 188,206 miles
  • 2023 – 172,374 miles
  • 2022 – 164,915 miles
  • 2021 – 157,435 miles
  • 2020 – 151,606 miles
  • 2019 – 141,197 miles
  • 2018 – 126,899 miles
  • 2017 – 113,924 miles
  • 2016 – 100,215 miles
  • 2015 – 88,803 miles
  • 2014 – 66,214 miles
  • 2013 – 58,200 miles
  • 2012 – 50,821 miles
  • 2011 – 43,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,114 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f tyre inner wallRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryH/lamp lenses discolouredRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp brokenRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryO/s/r light unit brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre on limitRecorded 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.

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Headlamp lenses discolouring

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIPS IN A/AREA

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,114 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    219,114 miles
    Test number
    251803509942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f tyre inner wall
    • AdvisoryH/lamp lenses discoloured
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp broken
    • AdvisoryO/s/r light unit broken
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre on limit

  2. Fail219,108 miles (+19,546)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,108 miles
    Test number
    537035449888
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/f tyre inner wall
    • AdvisoryH/lamp lenses discoloured
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp broken
    • AdvisoryO/s/r light unit broken
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre on limit

  3. Pass199,562 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    199,562 miles
    Test number
    975405029108
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail199,560 miles (+11,354)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,560 miles
    Test number
    701437332136
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass188,206 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    188,206 miles
    Test number
    687564816562
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses discolouring
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp broken

  6. Fail188,206 miles (+15,832)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,206 miles
    Test number
    649714392605
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses discolouring
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp broken

  7. Pass172,374 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    172,374 miles
    Test number
    619762928567
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail172,374 miles (+7,459)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,374 miles
    Test number
    757134129557
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass164,915 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    164,915 miles
    Test number
    656701986864
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCracks in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp broken

  10. Fail164,915 miles (+7,480)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,915 miles
    Test number
    670648653478
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCracks in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp broken

  11. Pass157,435 miles (+5,829)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    157,435 miles
    Test number
    269985764370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass151,606 miles (+10,409)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    151,606 miles
    Test number
    496976825484
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view A/AREA (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass141,197 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    141,197 miles
    Test number
    250281550950
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIPS IN A/AREA (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Fail141,197 miles (+14,298)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,197 miles
    Test number
    909002751883
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIPS IN A/AREA (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass126,899 miles (+12,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    126,899 miles
    Test number
    789612848148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass113,924 miles (+13,709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,924 miles
    Test number
    680222239114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass100,215 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,215 miles
    Test number
    490857615670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail100,191 miles (+11,388)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,191 miles
    Test number
    290355263629
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass88,803 miles (+22,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    88,803 miles
    Test number
    439236175095
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass66,214 miles (+8,014)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,214 miles
    Test number
    116464764434
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass58,200 miles (+7,379)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,200 miles
    Test number
    357037373004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,821 miles (+7,650)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    50,821 miles
    Test number
    156275392406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,171 miles
    Test number
    269829601102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 LHR

Does C5 LHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 LHR is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 LHR?
The MOT on C5 LHR is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 LHR done?
C5 LHR was recorded at 219,114 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 11,443 miles a year.
Has C5 LHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 LHR has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 LHR 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 C5 LHR find?
C5 LHR passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear; damage to n/s/f tyre inner wall, and 4 more.

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