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Mercedes-Benz 609 D

White and Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 3,972 cc

L55 RCCMOT history

L55 RCC is a white and blue diesel Mercedes-Benz 609 D first used on 14 Jun 1994. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 266,424 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
266,424 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 RCC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
609 D
Colour
White and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,972 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
14 Jun 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 RCC was last recorded at 266,424 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 56 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
266,368 miles · 18 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
56 miles
Average per year
5,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 266,424 miles
  • 2025 – 264,597 miles
  • 2018 – 225,361 miles
  • 2017 – 218,316 miles
  • 2016 – 211,922 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass266,424 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front inner wings rusted

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 Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass266,424 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    266,424 miles
    Test number
    393132732155
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front inner wings rusted
  2. Fail266,368 miles (+1,771)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,368 miles
    Test number
    969130638711
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/75r16 and flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front inner wheel arches rusted
  3. Pass264,597 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    264,597 miles
    Test number
    722623539238
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail264,564 km (+23,607)10 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,564 km
    Test number
    489468153693
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass240,957 km6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    240,957 km
    Test number
    122367484645
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all shackles have slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light unit damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosion
  6. Fail240,957 km (+979)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,957 km
    Test number
    677120797783
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all shackles have slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light unit damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosion
  7. Pass239,978 km (+11,533)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    239,978 km
    Test number
    907350682147
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front repeater slightly dim in operation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryTempary locking fuel cap fitted
  8. Pass228,445 km7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    228,445 km
    Test number
    504307572957
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reaR DOOR CORROSION
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear DOOR CORROSION
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass225,361 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    225,361 miles
    Test number
    539264701359
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front King Pin Has Slight Play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Fail225,361 miles (+7,045)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,361 miles
    Test number
    711861608798
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHole in Center Box of The Exhaust
    • AdvisoryNearside Front King Pin Has Slight Play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass218,316 miles (+6,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    218,316 miles
    Test number
    766000674758
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  12. Pass211,922 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    211,922 miles
    Test number
    804799476156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
  13. Fail211,922 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,922 miles
    Test number
    382269865755
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
  14. Pass206,756 km (+43)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    206,756 km
    Test number
    155589569742
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  15. Fail206,713 km (+5,439)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,713 km
    Test number
    808825014730
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator not working all (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative all (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  16. Pass201,274 km1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    201,274 km
    Test number
    286839654290
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCorrosionon on both inner sides of bodywork
  17. Fail201,274 km (+5,518)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,274 km
    Test number
    647339054258
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCorrosionon on both inner sides of bodywork
  18. Pass195,756 km (+75,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    195,756 km
    Test number
    995634553281
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Pass119,805 km
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    119,805 km
    Test number
    291338236012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    572611236032
    • FailureNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.3.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Rear outline marker lamp(s) not working (1.1.B.1c)

Questions about L55 RCC

Does L55 RCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 RCC is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 RCC?
The MOT on L55 RCC is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 RCC done?
L55 RCC was recorded at 266,424 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 5,544 miles a year.
Has L55 RCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 RCC has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L55 RCC 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 L55 RCC find?
L55 RCC passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside and nearside front inner wings rusted.

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