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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LB04 EKTMOT history

LB04 EKT is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 12 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 127,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jun 2025
Mileage
127,498 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 EKT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 EKT was last recorded at 127,498 miles on 7 Jun 2024, 13,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,285 miles · 15 May 2023
Between the last two tests
13,213 miles
Average per year
5,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 127,498 miles
  • 2023 – 114,285 miles
  • 2022 – 105,840 miles
  • 2021 – 98,729 miles
  • 2020 – 93,306 miles
  • 2019 – 85,676 miles
  • 2018 – 77,726 miles
  • 2017 – 69,843 miles
  • 2016 – 67,171 miles
  • 2015 – 63,583 miles
  • 2014 – 59,541 miles
  • 2013 – 56,011 miles
  • 2012 – 51,379 miles
  • 2011 – 46,085 miles
  • 2010 – 41,879 miles
  • 2009 – 37,259 miles
  • 2008 – 33,797 miles
  • 2007 – 25,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,498 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder body and component corroded.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    127,498 miles
    Test number
    657113316836
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and component corroded.

  2. Fail127,496 miles (+13,211)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,496 miles
    Test number
    361728443589
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached face up (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and component corroded.

  3. Pass114,285 miles (+8,445)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    114,285 miles
    Test number
    336719503698
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass105,840 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    105,840 miles
    Test number
    491432831801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail105,760 miles (+7,031)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,760 miles
    Test number
    541184110586
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass98,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    98,729 miles
    Test number
    922194123892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,721 miles (+5,415)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,721 miles
    Test number
    625321344785
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass93,306 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    93,306 miles
    Test number
    295061837166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail93,306 miles (+7,630)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,306 miles
    Test number
    586409267445
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass85,676 miles (+7,950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,676 miles
    Test number
    578117039223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass77,726 miles (+7,883)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,726 miles
    Test number
    788365912447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,843 miles (+2,672)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,843 miles
    Test number
    516312133757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,171 miles (+3,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,171 miles
    Test number
    108243264347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass63,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    63,583 miles
    Test number
    839292735123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,572 miles (+4,031)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,572 miles
    Test number
    387492935187
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass59,541 miles (+3,530)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,541 miles
    Test number
    588992734195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,011 miles (+4,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,011 miles
    Test number
    756924333190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass51,379 miles (+5,294)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,379 miles
    Test number
    566771632113
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass46,085 miles (+4,206)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,085 miles
    Test number
    258700931410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,879 miles (+4,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    41,879 miles
    Test number
    844320130160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass37,259 miles (+3,462)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    37,259 miles
    Test number
    450681639165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,797 miles (+8,243)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    33,797 miles
    Test number
    682979828195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    25,554 miles
    Test number
    801641837130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 EKT

Does LB04 EKT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 EKT expired on 6 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 EKT?
The MOT on LB04 EKT expired on 6 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 EKT done?
LB04 EKT was recorded at 127,498 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2024, an average of 5,970 miles a year.
Has LB04 EKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 EKT has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 EKT 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 LB04 EKT find?
LB04 EKT passed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2024 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; under body and component corroded..

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