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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

LA51 CXFMOT history

LA51 CXF is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 21 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

LA51 CXF black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
114,392 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,443 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 CXF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 CXF was last recorded at 114,392 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 3,011 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Jan 2012: 30,302 miles, lower than 60,602 miles on 13 Jan 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
111,381 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,011 miles
Average per year
4,443 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,392 miles
  • 2025 – 111,381 miles
  • 2024 – 108,697 miles
  • 2023 – 105,401 miles
  • 2022 – 102,622 miles
  • 2021 – 100,010 miles
  • 2020 – 96,658 miles
  • 2019 – 92,463 miles
  • 2018 – 88,687 miles
  • 2017 – 83,941 miles
  • 2016 – 78,954 miles
  • 2015 – 74,258 miles
  • 2014 – 70,377 miles
  • 2013 – 65,546 miles
  • 2012 – 30,302 miles
  • 2011 – 55,172 miles
  • 2010 – 49,440 miles
  • 2008 – 42,657 miles
  • 2007 – 37,908 miles
  • 2006 – 31,030 miles
  • 2005 – 24,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,392 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside front sun visor doesnot stay in the lock position properly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear exhaust bracket is broken but system is secured by other brackets on it

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear registration plate is slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight movement inside the steering system inner joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,392 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    114,392 miles
    Test number
    465818982616
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail114,390 miles (+3,009)2 major1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,390 miles
    Test number
    743270932311
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass111,381 miles (+2,684)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    111,381 miles
    Test number
    395771071932
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass108,697 miles (+3,296)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    108,697 miles
    Test number
    396012437997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,401 miles (+2,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,401 miles
    Test number
    192631265546
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,622 miles (+2,612)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    102,622 miles
    Test number
    953246109634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,010 miles (+5)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    100,010 miles
    Test number
    140657549003
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front sun visor doesnot stay in the lock position properly
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket is broken but system is secured by other brackets on it
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate is slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight movement inside the steering system inner joints
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some component

  8. Fail100,005 miles (+3,347)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,005 miles
    Test number
    154754010001
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working led strip on wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both nearside and offside. Damping effects are non existent (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front sun visor doesnot stay in the lock position properly
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket is broken but system is secured by other brackets on it
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate is slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight movement inside the steering system inner joints
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some component

  9. Pass96,658 miles (+4,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,658 miles
    Test number
    620635959157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass92,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,463 miles
    Test number
    614078689997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,463 miles (+3,776)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,463 miles
    Test number
    732061095762
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass88,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,687 miles
    Test number
    740971717698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail88,687 miles (+4,746)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,687 miles
    Test number
    678005983880
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass83,941 miles (+4,987)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,941 miles
    Test number
    711233711239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,954 miles (+4,696)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    78,954 miles
    Test number
    610731391926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,258 miles (+3,881)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,258 miles
    Test number
    657334015048
    • NoteGear oil leak

  17. Pass70,377 miles (+4,831)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    70,377 miles
    Test number
    136968514456
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteG/box oil leak

  18. Pass65,546 miles (+35,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,546 miles
    Test number
    808651913027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass30,302 miles (-30,300)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    30,302 miles
    Test number
    219434912018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,602 miles (+15)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,602 miles
    Test number
    245433712089
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Fail60,587 miles (+5,415)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,587 miles
    Test number
    316751512063
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass55,172 miles (+5,732)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,172 miles
    Test number
    918603511095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,440 miles (+6,783)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,440 miles
    Test number
    470877400001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,657 miles
    Test number
    483991138372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,657 miles (+4,749)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,657 miles
    Test number
    754681838312
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass37,908 miles (+6,878)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    37,908 miles
    Test number
    562945747359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,030 miles (+6,218)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,030 miles
    Test number
    901496546325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    24,812 miles
    Test number
    470719945330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 CXF

Does LA51 CXF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 CXF is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 CXF?
The MOT on LA51 CXF is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 CXF done?
LA51 CXF was recorded at 114,392 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 4,443 miles a year.
Has LA51 CXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 CXF has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LA51 CXF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Jan 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 CXF find?
LA51 CXF passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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