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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

LB51 HVPMOT history

LB51 HVP is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 75,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
75,761 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 HVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 HVP was last recorded at 75,761 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 5,085 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,676 miles · 1 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,085 miles
Average per year
3,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,761 miles
  • 2025 – 70,676 miles
  • 2023 – 64,299 miles
  • 2022 – 58,455 miles
  • 2021 – 51,061 miles
  • 2020 – 34,615 miles
  • 2019 – 32,945 miles
  • 2018 – 30,696 miles
  • 2017 – 29,595 miles
  • 2015 – 26,225 miles
  • 2014 – 21,873 miles
  • 2013 – 15,593 miles
  • 2012 – 10,836 miles
  • 2010 – 5,864 miles
  • 2009 – 5,664 miles
  • 2008 – 4,251 miles
  • 2007 – 2,207 miles
  • 2006 – 2,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,761 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour both (4.2.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear deff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder car is rusty

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 Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle.

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,761 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    75,761 miles
    Test number
    743716820419
    • MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour both (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear deff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder car is rusty

  2. Fail75,761 miles (+5,085)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,761 miles
    Test number
    600635221281
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour both (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear deff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder car is rusty

  3. Pass70,676 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    843942464581
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drivere side mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wing has slighly rusted
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail70,676 miles (+6,377)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    338756804552
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drivere side mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wing has slighly rusted
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass64,299 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    64,299 miles
    Test number
    644643992373
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail64,275 miles (+5,820)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,275 miles
    Test number
    576026682145
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity tinted (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity tinted (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass58,455 miles (+7,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    58,455 miles
    Test number
    358090520475
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass51,061 miles (+2,452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    51,061 miles
    Test number
    347692947939
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass48,609 miles (+13,994)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    48,609 miles
    Test number
    919453588060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,615 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,615 miles
    Test number
    423737196187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail34,615 miles (+1,670)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,615 miles
    Test number
    375665599175
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass32,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    32,945 miles
    Test number
    608351257793
    • AdvisoryFront steering arm has slight play both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail32,945 miles (+2,249)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,945 miles
    Test number
    626181373144
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront steering arm has slight play both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass30,696 miles (+1,101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    30,696 miles
    Test number
    870349328626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement thrust arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement thrust arm (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass29,595 miles (+3,370)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    29,595 miles
    Test number
    209939774442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,225 miles (+4,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    26,225 miles
    Test number
    538517764620
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass21,873 miles (+6,280)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    21,873 miles
    Test number
    739736244344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,593 miles (+3,622)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    15,593 miles
    Test number
    449113043379
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES HAVE STRESS CRACKS IN THE SIDE WALL

  19. Pass11,971 miles (+1,135)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    11,971 miles
    Test number
    158273203092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,836 miles (+4,972)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    10,836 miles
    Test number
    135747702440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,864 miles (+200)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    5,864 miles
    Test number
    363965760377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass5,664 miles (+1,413)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    5,664 miles
    Test number
    914605969308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass4,251 miles (+1,603)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    4,251 miles
    Test number
    634215768303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass2,648 miles (+441)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    2,648 miles
    Test number
    982592008085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass2,207 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    2,207 miles
    Test number
    980740867274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass2,075 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    2,075 miles
    Test number
    864912256360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass1,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    1,878 miles
    Test number
    380204506046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 HVP

Does LB51 HVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 HVP is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 HVP?
The MOT on LB51 HVP is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 HVP done?
LB51 HVP was recorded at 75,761 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 3,695 miles a year.
Has LB51 HVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 HVP has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 HVP 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 LB51 HVP find?
LB51 HVP passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour both; front suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; front side repeater slightly discoloured both, and 3 more.

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