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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,143 cc

LB08 TXJMOT history

LB08 TXJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 134,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
134,511 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TXJ was last recorded at 134,511 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,511 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,511 miles
  • 2025 – 129,108 miles
  • 2024 – 123,167 miles
  • 2023 – 116,583 miles
  • 2022 – 108,108 miles
  • 2021 – 99,860 miles
  • 2020 – 90,380 miles
  • 2019 – 83,825 miles
  • 2018 – 79,444 miles
  • 2017 – 76,219 miles
  • 2015 – 68,862 miles
  • 2014 – 60,134 miles
  • 2013 – 51,893 miles
  • 2012 – 40,932 miles
  • 2011 – 29,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,511 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,511 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    134,511 miles
    Test number
    887404850884
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,511 miles (+5,403)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,511 miles
    Test number
    189886383778
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,108 miles (+5,941)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    129,108 miles
    Test number
    975308965736
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass123,167 miles (+6,584)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    123,167 miles
    Test number
    682744650648
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass116,583 miles (+8,475)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,583 miles
    Test number
    723068895080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,108 miles (+8,248)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,108 miles
    Test number
    416856893619
    • MinorCentral Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass99,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,860 miles
    Test number
    171799741466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,850 miles (+9,470)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,850 miles
    Test number
    305077650254
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,380 miles (+6,555)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    90,380 miles
    Test number
    247863266439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,825 miles (+4,381)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,825 miles
    Test number
    916306455137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,444 miles (+3,225)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,444 miles
    Test number
    268049541977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,219 miles (+7,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,219 miles
    Test number
    394470614965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass68,862 miles (+8,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,862 miles
    Test number
    160475137572
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  14. Pass60,134 miles (+8,241)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    60,134 miles
    Test number
    789522434349
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass51,893 miles (+3,181)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,893 miles
    Test number
    226788143313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    48,712 miles
    Test number
    126206313161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,712 miles (+7,780)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,712 miles
    Test number
    289456313427
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass40,932 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    40,932 miles
    Test number
    238423542434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail40,925 miles (+10,996)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,925 miles
    Test number
    537622542136
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  20. Pass29,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,929 miles
    Test number
    947170141181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TXJ

Does LB08 TXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 TXJ is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TXJ?
The MOT on LB08 TXJ is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 TXJ done?
LB08 TXJ was recorded at 134,511 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 7,059 miles a year.
Has LB08 TXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TXJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 TXJ 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 TXJ find?
LB08 TXJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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