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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

LA51 OCPMOT history

LA51 OCP is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

LA51 OCP silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
106,265 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 OCP
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
31 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 OCP was last recorded at 106,265 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 1,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,744 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,521 miles
Average per year
3,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,265 miles
  • 2025 – 104,744 miles
  • 2023 – 103,971 miles
  • 2022 – 103,123 miles
  • 2021 – 102,175 miles
  • 2020 – 101,099 miles
  • 2019 – 99,566 miles
  • 2018 – 97,130 miles
  • 2017 – 95,396 miles
  • 2016 – 94,143 miles
  • 2015 – 91,221 miles
  • 2014 – 87,855 miles
  • 2013 – 85,073 miles
  • 2012 – 80,181 miles
  • 2011 – 74,777 miles
  • 2010 – 67,867 miles
  • 2009 – 58,193 miles
  • 2008 – 49,452 miles
  • 2007 – 42,911 miles
  • 2006 – 38,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,265 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake lever not releasing correctly

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass not clear in places

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front headlight automatic levelling device broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,265 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    106,265 miles
    Test number
    432780489201
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  2. Fail106,265 miles (+1,521)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,265 miles
    Test number
    901660533429
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking

  3. Pass104,744 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    104,744 miles
    Test number
    828506183630
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail104,744 miles (+773)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,744 miles
    Test number
    372152775023
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,971 miles (+848)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,971 miles
    Test number
    985647194775
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass103,123 miles (+948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    103,123 miles
    Test number
    358928743821
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass102,175 miles4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    102,175 miles
    Test number
    629351989965
    • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged glass not clear in places (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight automatic levelling device broken

  8. Fail102,175 miles (+1,076)5 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,175 miles
    Test number
    469854932655
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged glass not clear in places (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight automatic levelling device broken

  9. Pass101,099 miles (+1,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    101,099 miles
    Test number
    210796684605
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass99,566 miles (+2,436)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    99,566 miles
    Test number
    652220787346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,130 miles (+1,734)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    97,130 miles
    Test number
    527528243893
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  12. Pass95,396 miles (+1,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    95,396 miles
    Test number
    308217235513
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass94,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,143 miles
    Test number
    693022661681
    • 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)

  14. Fail94,143 miles (+2,922)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,143 miles
    Test number
    999298554035
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  15. Pass91,221 miles (+3,366)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,221 miles
    Test number
    289810975050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,855 miles (+2,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    87,855 miles
    Test number
    786688054099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass85,073 miles (+4,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    85,073 miles
    Test number
    935843063054
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass80,181 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    80,181 miles
    Test number
    778625862081
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail80,181 miles (+5,404)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,181 miles
    Test number
    885375662020
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass74,777 miles (+6,910)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    74,777 miles
    Test number
    448384461020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,867 miles (+9,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,867 miles
    Test number
    483692260095
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass58,193 miles (+8,741)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    58,193 miles
    Test number
    623941949056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,452 miles (+6,541)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    49,452 miles
    Test number
    354728078057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,911 miles (+4,605)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,911 miles
    Test number
    402194577056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,306 miles
    Test number
    330040966012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 OCP

Does LA51 OCP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 OCP is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 OCP?
The MOT on LA51 OCP is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 OCP done?
LA51 OCP was recorded at 106,265 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 3,383 miles a year.
Has LA51 OCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 OCP has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LA51 OCP 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 LA51 OCP find?
LA51 OCP passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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