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Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,685 cc

LA51 ZFTMOT history

LA51 ZFT is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 112,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

LA51 ZFT black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2023
Mileage
112,104 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 ZFT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 ZFT was last recorded at 112,104 miles on 2 Nov 2022, 18,269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,835 miles · 9 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
18,269 miles
Average per year
5,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 112,104 miles
  • 2021 – 93,835 miles
  • 2020 – 90,546 miles
  • 2019 – 85,255 miles
  • 2018 – 79,744 miles
  • 2017 – 74,979 miles
  • 2016 – 65,562 miles
  • 2015 – 55,464 miles
  • 2014 – 45,212 miles
  • 2013 – 43,725 miles
  • 2012 – 41,645 miles
  • 2011 – 39,548 miles
  • 2010 – 37,892 miles
  • 2009 – 34,670 miles
  • 2008 – 32,428 miles
  • 2007 – 28,625 miles
  • 2006 – 23,378 miles
  • 2005 – 18,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,104 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,104 miles
    Test number
    425462647293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail112,104 miles (+18,269)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,104 miles
    Test number
    775576102741
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass93,835 miles (+3,289)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,835 miles
    Test number
    670792851214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass90,546 miles (+5,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    90,546 miles
    Test number
    704710712508
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding at rear

  5. Pass85,255 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,255 miles
    Test number
    407830619532
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail85,240 miles (+5,496)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,240 miles
    Test number
    657348424418
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass79,744 miles (+4,765)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    79,744 miles
    Test number
    114211354006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,979 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    74,979 miles
    Test number
    318037338149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,877 miles (+9,315)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,877 miles
    Test number
    323327862664
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  10. Pass65,562 miles (+10,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,562 miles
    Test number
    900013608715
    • 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)

  11. Pass55,464 miles (+10,252)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    55,464 miles
    Test number
    896115630164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,212 miles (+1,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    45,212 miles
    Test number
    296126274283
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass43,725 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    43,725 miles
    Test number
    235343403306
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs deteriorated
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low

  14. Fail43,725 miles (+2,080)1 failure1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,725 miles
    Test number
    665153203395
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs deteriorated
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low

  15. Pass41,645 miles (+2,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,645 miles
    Test number
    879648592293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass39,548 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    39,548 miles
    Test number
    948282791259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,892 miles (+3,222)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    37,892 miles
    Test number
    850803010362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,670 miles (+2,242)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,670 miles
    Test number
    403970909308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,428 miles (+3,803)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,428 miles
    Test number
    791862708314
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyre treads near legal limit

  20. Pass28,625 miles (+5,247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,625 miles
    Test number
    361596597489
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass23,378 miles (+4,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,378 miles
    Test number
    603139596273
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass18,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    18,596 miles
    Test number
    753449595278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 ZFT

Does LA51 ZFT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 ZFT expired on 1 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 ZFT?
The MOT on LA51 ZFT expired on 1 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 ZFT done?
LA51 ZFT was recorded at 112,104 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2022, an average of 5,494 miles a year.
Has LA51 ZFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 ZFT has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LA51 ZFT 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 ZFT find?
LA51 ZFT passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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