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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LB08 HPLMOT history

LB08 HPL is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 228,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2025
Mileage
228,502 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 HPL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 HPL was last recorded at 228,502 miles on 21 Oct 2024, 5,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
223,027 miles · 2 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5,475 miles
Average per year
12,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 228,502 miles
  • 2023 – 223,027 miles
  • 2022 – 211,502 miles
  • 2021 – 199,930 miles
  • 2020 – 185,554 miles
  • 2019 – 172,046 miles
  • 2018 – 157,053 miles
  • 2017 – 144,729 miles
  • 2016 – 130,589 miles
  • 2015 – 113,789 miles
  • 2014 – 96,346 miles
  • 2013 – 82,178 miles
  • 2012 – 71,010 miles
  • 2011 – 60,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,502 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases injector seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,502 miles (+5,475)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    228,502 miles
    Test number
    543708221329
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass223,027 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    223,027 miles
    Test number
    170186699379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail223,022 miles (+11,520)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,022 miles
    Test number
    569728694798
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass211,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    211,502 miles
    Test number
    122805121680
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases injector seal (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail211,502 miles (+11,572)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,502 miles
    Test number
    957092663836
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases injector seal (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass199,930 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    199,930 miles
    Test number
    524495911297
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail199,928 miles (+14,374)4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,928 miles
    Test number
    393640074321
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass185,554 miles (+13,508)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    185,554 miles
    Test number
    321094701650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass172,046 miles (+14,993)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    172,046 miles
    Test number
    662441513260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass157,053 miles (+12,324)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    157,053 miles
    Test number
    851535455294
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass144,729 miles (+14,140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    144,729 miles
    Test number
    759479388037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass130,589 miles (+16,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    130,589 miles
    Test number
    591429987305
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass113,789 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    113,789 miles
    Test number
    217182264874
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre inner edge wearing low
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre inner edge wearing low
    • AdvisorySlight outer side wall damage to the n/s/r tyre

  14. Fail113,789 miles (+17,443)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,789 miles
    Test number
    642704990566
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • Repaired at testSide repeater not working o/s door mirror indicator (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre inner edge wearing low
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre inner edge wearing low
    • AdvisorySlight outer side wall damage to the n/s/r tyre

  15. Pass96,346 miles (+14,168)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,346 miles
    Test number
    139881404383
    • NoteO/s door mirror repeater lens cover is missing

  16. Pass82,178 miles (+11,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    82,178 miles
    Test number
    806975893230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass71,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,010 miles
    Test number
    158803692204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,010 miles (+10,693)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,010 miles
    Test number
    539893492213
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass60,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,317 miles
    Test number
    345149291228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 HPL

Does LB08 HPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 HPL expired on 20 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 HPL?
The MOT on LB08 HPL expired on 20 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 HPL done?
LB08 HPL was recorded at 228,502 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2024, an average of 12,949 miles a year.
Has LB08 HPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 HPL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 HPL 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 LB08 HPL find?
LB08 HPL passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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