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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB03 BFUMOT history

LB03 BFU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 92,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2022
Mileage
92,867 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2021
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 BFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 BFU was last recorded at 92,867 miles on 27 Oct 2021, 413 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,454 miles · 19 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
413 miles
Average per year
4,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 92,867 miles
  • 2020 – 92,454 miles
  • 2019 – 87,697 miles
  • 2018 – 82,911 miles
  • 2017 – 78,839 miles
  • 2016 – 74,519 miles
  • 2015 – 65,241 miles
  • 2014 – 52,049 miles
  • 2013 – 46,359 miles
  • 2012 – 39,725 miles
  • 2011 – 37,310 miles
  • 2010 – 36,250 miles
  • 2009 – 34,226 miles
  • 2008 – 32,874 miles
  • 2007 – 26,721 miles
  • 2006 – 18,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,867 miles

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.

  • Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed exterior handle deteriorated (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,867 miles (+413)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    92,867 miles
    Test number
    261877945412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass92,454 miles (+4,757)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,454 miles
    Test number
    176930244466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass87,697 miles (+4,786)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,697 miles
    Test number
    303894666645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,911 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    82,911 miles
    Test number
    663501592078
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed exterior handle deteriorated (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  5. Fail82,909 miles (+28)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,909 miles
    Test number
    850589303612
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed exterior handle deteriorated (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  6. Fail82,881 miles (+4,042)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,881 miles
    Test number
    665345780178
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake performance only just met requirements

  7. Pass78,839 miles (+4,320)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,839 miles
    Test number
    844721081382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,519 miles (+9,278)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,519 miles
    Test number
    967019351454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,241 miles (+13,192)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,241 miles
    Test number
    247176485004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,049 miles (+5,690)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    52,049 miles
    Test number
    818794694055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass46,359 miles (+6,634)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,359 miles
    Test number
    226966263066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail39,725 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,725 miles
    Test number
    329830972049
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAdvise osf seat belt fraying
    • NoteAdvise slight play in front hubs and suspension joints
    • NoteAdvise surface corrosion to brake discs

  13. Pass39,725 miles (+2,415)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,725 miles
    Test number
    815460072032
    • NoteAdvise osf seat belt fraying
    • NoteAdvise slight play in front hubs and suspension joints
    • NoteAdvise surface corrosion to brake discs

  14. Pass37,310 miles (+1,060)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,310 miles
    Test number
    268572431161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,250 miles (+16)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,250 miles
    Test number
    164161840113
    • NoteEngine management lamp on
    • NoteNearside front tyre very slightly damaged on outer sidewall
    • NoteNearside lower balljoint has very slight lift

  16. Fail36,234 miles (+2,008)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,234 miles
    Test number
    413760640131
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine management lamp on
    • NoteNearside front tyre very slightly damaged on outer sidewall
    • NoteNearside lower balljoint has very slight lift

  17. Pass34,226 miles (+1,352)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,226 miles
    Test number
    980140969103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,874 miles (+6,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,874 miles
    Test number
    731214168155
    • 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)

  19. Pass26,721 miles (+8,039)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,721 miles
    Test number
    161406147190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    18,682 miles
    Test number
    372551906130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 BFU

Does LB03 BFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 BFU expired on 9 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 BFU?
The MOT on LB03 BFU expired on 9 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 BFU done?
LB03 BFU was recorded at 92,867 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2021, an average of 4,772 miles a year.
Has LB03 BFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 BFU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2018.
Has the mileage on LB03 BFU 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 LB03 BFU find?
LB03 BFU passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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