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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

LB51 LXKMOT history

LB51 LXK is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 108,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
108,660 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 LXK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 LXK was last recorded at 108,660 miles on 19 May 2026, 772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Feb 2008: 52,415 miles, lower than 67,390 miles on 15 Nov 2006.
  • 6 Nov 2015: 86,438 miles, lower than 138,845 miles on 27 Oct 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
107,888 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
772 miles
Average per year
2,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,660 miles
  • 2024 – 107,888 miles
  • 2023 – 106,895 miles
  • 2022 – 106,147 miles
  • 2021 – 103,542 miles
  • 2020 – 101,341 miles
  • 2019 – 97,949 miles
  • 2018 – 94,764 miles
  • 2017 – 91,912 miles
  • 2016 – 88,925 miles
  • 2015 – 86,438 miles
  • 2014 – 79,432 miles
  • 2012 – 74,899 miles
  • 2011 – 72,429 miles
  • 2009 – 63,830 miles
  • 2008 – 53,941 miles
  • 2006 – 67,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,660 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Bracket corroded away from middle of exhaust but still . supported.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,660 miles (+772)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    108,660 miles
    Test number
    385273281234
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass107,888 miles (+993)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    107,888 miles
    Test number
    410368875965
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass106,895 miles (+748)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    106,895 miles
    Test number
    749942251108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass106,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,147 miles
    Test number
    965535505245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,147 miles (+2,605)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,147 miles
    Test number
    700727426238
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass103,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,542 miles
    Test number
    505789838931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail103,542 miles (+2,201)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,542 miles
    Test number
    118556816854
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass101,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,341 miles
    Test number
    165835522405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,341 miles (+3,392)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,341 miles
    Test number
    862233808945
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass97,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,949 miles
    Test number
    518773693953
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light staying on.

  11. Fail97,949 miles (+3,185)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,949 miles
    Test number
    316047362143
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light staying on.

  12. Pass94,764 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    94,764 miles
    Test number
    710737761630
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play both front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail94,764 miles (+2,852)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,764 miles
    Test number
    919357471235
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play both front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass91,912 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    91,912 miles
    Test number
    137416605768
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail91,904 miles (+2,979)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,904 miles
    Test number
    417672216893
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass88,925 miles (+38)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,925 miles
    Test number
    300677999415
    • AdvisoryBracket corroded away from middle of exhaust but still . supported.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySplitting on wiper blade rubbers.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted at time of test.

  17. Fail88,887 miles (+2,449)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,887 miles
    Test number
    567853251655
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords exposed on outside of tread. (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBracket corroded away from middle of exhaust but still . supported.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySplitting on wiper blade rubbers.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted at time of test.

  18. Pass86,438 miles (-52,407)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,438 miles
    Test number
    670602472206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail138,845 miles (+59,413)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,845 miles
    Test number
    826873438573
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  20. Pass79,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,432 miles
    Test number
    415958424136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,429 miles (+4,530)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,429 miles
    Test number
    716918124193
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass74,899 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,899 miles
    Test number
    658918972238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail74,898 miles (+2,469)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,898 miles
    Test number
    357387272222
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHandbrake warning light sticking on.

  24. Pass72,429 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,429 miles
    Test number
    797066601330
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteSlight chips in front screen
    • NoteSlight cut to near side rear tyre sidewall

  25. Pass111,184 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    111,184 km
    Test number
    791391700377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass63,830 miles (+9,889)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    63,830 miles
    Test number
    482324699252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,941 miles (+1,526)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    53,941 miles
    Test number
    604669508176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail52,415 miles (-14,975)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,415 miles
    Test number
    634152838015
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass67,390 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    67,390 miles
    Test number
    721859016364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail67,325 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,325 miles
    Test number
    450678316389
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LB51 LXK

Does LB51 LXK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 LXK is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 LXK?
The MOT on LB51 LXK is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 LXK done?
LB51 LXK was recorded at 108,660 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 2,119 miles a year.
Has LB51 LXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 LXK has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 LXK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 1 Feb 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 LXK find?
LB51 LXK passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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