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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB03 TLJMOT history

LB03 TLJ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 8 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 55,417 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jun 2024
Mileage
55,417 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 TLJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
23 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 TLJ was last recorded at 55,417 miles on 23 May 2023, 5,785 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,632 miles · 14 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
5,785 miles
Average per year
2,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 55,417 miles
  • 2022 – 49,632 miles
  • 2021 – 48,334 miles
  • 2020 – 39,839 miles
  • 2019 – 37,173 miles
  • 2018 – 34,348 miles
  • 2017 – 30,993 miles
  • 2016 – 27,852 miles
  • 2015 – 24,832 miles
  • 2014 – 23,324 miles
  • 2013 – 22,213 miles
  • 2012 – 21,401 miles
  • 2011 – 18,828 miles
  • 2010 – 15,729 miles
  • 2009 – 13,241 miles
  • 2008 – 11,151 miles
  • 2007 – 8,592 miles
  • 2006 – 5,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,417 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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    55,417 miles
    Test number
    875694364497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail55,416 miles (+5,784)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,416 miles
    Test number
    361151951323
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass49,632 miles (+1,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    49,632 miles
    Test number
    213214038882
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass48,334 miles (+8,495)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    48,334 miles
    Test number
    958863482085
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass39,839 miles (+2,666)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    39,839 miles
    Test number
    952035886693
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass37,173 miles (+2,825)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    37,173 miles
    Test number
    470942813277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass34,348 miles (+3,355)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    34,348 miles
    Test number
    583166165667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,993 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    30,993 miles
    Test number
    108430006895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail30,993 miles (+3,141)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,993 miles
    Test number
    339326168041
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass27,852 miles (+3,020)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    27,852 miles
    Test number
    872417743681
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass24,832 miles (+1,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    24,832 miles
    Test number
    259418585108
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass23,324 miles (+1,111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    23,324 miles
    Test number
    385779884139
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass22,213 miles (+812)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    22,213 miles
    Test number
    756890193165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished but not to ply or cords and within limits

  14. Pass21,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,401 miles
    Test number
    358801192175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail21,401 miles (+2,573)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,401 miles
    Test number
    776651992174
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  16. Pass18,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    18,828 miles
    Test number
    906504291136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail18,828 miles (+3,099)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,828 miles
    Test number
    987644591144
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Fail15,729 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,729 miles
    Test number
    322026780185
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass15,729 miles (+2,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    15,729 miles
    Test number
    641786980111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass13,241 miles (+2,090)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    13,241 miles
    Test number
    444316699141
    • NoteRear tyres are close to legal limit.

  21. Pass11,151 miles (+2,559)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    11,151 miles
    Test number
    152199788147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,592 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    8,592 miles
    Test number
    214923087185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass5,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    5,753 miles
    Test number
    774579376188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 TLJ

Does LB03 TLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 TLJ expired on 13 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 TLJ?
The MOT on LB03 TLJ expired on 13 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 TLJ done?
LB03 TLJ was recorded at 55,417 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2023, an average of 2,939 miles a year.
Has LB03 TLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 TLJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 TLJ 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 TLJ find?
LB03 TLJ passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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