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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

LA02 ZXRMOT history

LA02 ZXR is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 21 Aug 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 160,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2025.

LA02 ZXR silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2026
Mileage
160,135 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA02 ZXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA02 ZXR was last recorded at 160,135 miles on 5 Apr 2025, 268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,867 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
268 miles
Average per year
7,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,135 miles
  • 2024 – 154,211 miles
  • 2023 – 138,807 miles
  • 2022 – 128,004 miles
  • 2021 – 124,200 miles
  • 2019 – 122,255 miles
  • 2017 – 112,372 miles
  • 2016 – 98,854 miles
  • 2015 – 93,263 miles
  • 2014 – 84,204 miles
  • 2013 – 73,945 miles
  • 2012 – 64,490 miles
  • 2011 – 55,079 miles
  • 2010 – 45,029 miles
  • 2009 – 36,717 miles
  • 2007 – 29,250 miles
  • 2006 – 19,765 miles
  • 2005 – 16,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,135 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust connecting corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,135 miles (+268)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    160,135 miles
    Test number
    809912855223
    • AdvisoryExhaust connecting corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail159,867 miles (+5,656)9 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,867 miles
    Test number
    478839912919
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust connecting corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass154,211 miles (+1,868)4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    154,211 miles
    Test number
    335409530107
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective still held secure by other mountings (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail152,343 miles (+13,536)1 dangerous8 major3 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,343 miles
    Test number
    446295224709
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective still held secure by other mountings (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass138,807 miles (+10,803)3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    138,807 miles
    Test number
    836452818395
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight misting of oil from differential
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass128,004 miles (+3,804)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    128,004 miles
    Test number
    758896586783
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass124,200 miles (+1,945)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,200 miles
    Test number
    297757745009
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass122,255 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,255 miles
    Test number
    699147039048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail122,232 miles (+9,860)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,232 miles
    Test number
    879840419781
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever near end of working travel

  10. Pass112,372 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,372 miles
    Test number
    260755780587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail112,370 miles (+13,516)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,370 miles
    Test number
    635356098777
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass98,854 miles (+5,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    98,854 miles
    Test number
    942024449330
    • AdvisoryEngine Malfunction warning illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting broken but exhaust still supported

  13. Pass93,263 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,263 miles
    Test number
    667970495043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail93,261 miles (+9,057)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,261 miles
    Test number
    446190195012
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass84,204 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,204 miles
    Test number
    759458494032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Fail84,204 miles (+10,259)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,204 miles
    Test number
    936828094012
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass73,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,945 miles
    Test number
    599326483025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,944 miles (+9,454)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,944 miles
    Test number
    437656283079
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail64,490 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,490 miles
    Test number
    538617972026
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  20. Pass64,490 miles (+9,411)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,490 miles
    Test number
    626537072024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,079 miles (+10,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,079 miles
    Test number
    499587861047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass45,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    45,029 miles
    Test number
    111943960424
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail45,029 miles (+8,312)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,029 miles
    Test number
    934143660053
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass36,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,717 miles
    Test number
    111651069006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,061 miles (+29,811)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,061 miles
    Test number
    701901669074
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass29,250 miles (+9,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    29,250 miles
    Test number
    893594427375
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass19,765 miles (+3,542)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    19,765 miles
    Test number
    854566726306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    16,223 miles
    Test number
    940403315319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA02 ZXR

Does LA02 ZXR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA02 ZXR expired on 4 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA02 ZXR?
The MOT on LA02 ZXR expired on 4 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA02 ZXR done?
LA02 ZXR was recorded at 160,135 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2025, an average of 7,417 miles a year.
Has LA02 ZXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA02 ZXR has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LA02 ZXR 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 LA02 ZXR find?
LA02 ZXR passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2025 with 14 advisories: exhaust connecting corroded; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 11 more.

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