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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

LB51 RZJMOT history

LB51 RZJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 20 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 144,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2025
Mileage
144,585 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 RZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 RZJ was last recorded at 144,585 miles on 29 May 2024, 2,640 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,945 miles · 24 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2,640 miles
Average per year
6,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 144,585 miles
  • 2023 – 141,945 miles
  • 2022 – 135,511 miles
  • 2021 – 129,526 miles
  • 2020 – 123,801 miles
  • 2019 – 117,068 miles
  • 2018 – 108,571 miles
  • 2017 – 101,663 miles
  • 2016 – 92,981 miles
  • 2015 – 88,107 miles
  • 2014 – 84,701 miles
  • 2013 – 78,875 miles
  • 2012 – 75,709 miles
  • 2011 – 68,945 miles
  • 2009 – 65,178 miles
  • 2008 – 63,624 miles
  • 2007 – 54,019 miles
  • 2006 – 43,910 miles
  • 2005 – 32,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,585 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and noisy (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides - badly ! (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides and front to rear longitudinal (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Outer wheel arches both sides corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Central Brake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear Above Fuel Tank (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,585 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    144,585 miles
    Test number
    869661672278
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and noisy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides - badly ! (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides and front to rear longitudinal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer wheel arches both sides corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail144,585 miles (+2,640)1 repaired3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,585 miles
    Test number
    780801542485
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and noisy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides - badly ! (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides and front to rear longitudinal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer wheel arches both sides corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass141,945 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    141,945 miles
    Test number
    594343867573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail141,939 miles (+6,428)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,939 miles
    Test number
    904724659200
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass135,511 miles (+5,985)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    135,511 miles
    Test number
    820819971601
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass129,526 miles (+5,725)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,526 miles
    Test number
    696693582594
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll outer arches untidy and corroded

  7. Pass123,801 miles (+6,733)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    123,801 miles
    Test number
    338104146749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass117,068 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    117,068 miles
    Test number
    315435690295
    • 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))

  9. Fail117,068 miles (+8,497)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,068 miles
    Test number
    952059489067
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  10. Pass108,571 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,571 miles
    Test number
    779320706827
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear Above Fuel Tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded By Brake Flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded By Brake Flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnable To Fully Inspect Nearside & Offside Sills Due To Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryUndersheilds Fitted

  11. Fail108,569 miles (+6,906)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,569 miles
    Test number
    240425644515
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded Both Front To Rear Above Fuel Tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded By Brake Flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded By Brake Flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnable To Fully Inspect Nearside & Offside Sills Due To Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryUndersheilds Fitted

  12. Pass101,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    101,663 miles
    Test number
    760324007588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail101,663 miles (+8,682)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,663 miles
    Test number
    422816305742
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge is bald unable to determine tyre life (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass92,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    92,981 miles
    Test number
    758535207336
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2.48mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer side wall has cuts

  15. Fail92,981 miles (+4,874)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,981 miles
    Test number
    671809115697
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2.48mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer side wall has cuts

  16. Pass88,107 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,107 miles
    Test number
    189249625422
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail88,107 miles (+3,406)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,107 miles
    Test number
    177068725072
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass84,701 miles (+5,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,701 miles
    Test number
    965751534038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass78,875 miles (+3,166)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    78,875 miles
    Test number
    778808013053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,709 miles (+6,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    75,709 miles
    Test number
    189497112059
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass68,945 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    68,945 miles
    Test number
    547049711008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  22. Fail68,943 miles (+3,765)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,943 miles
    Test number
    367368311066
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  23. Pass65,178 miles (+1,554)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    65,178 miles
    Test number
    800302959394
    • NoteEngine light on

  24. Fail63,624 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,624 miles
    Test number
    571519758284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  25. Pass63,624 miles (+9,605)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,624 miles
    Test number
    893409258204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,019 miles (+10,109)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    54,019 miles
    Test number
    333343167276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,910 miles (+11,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    43,910 miles
    Test number
    773910006364
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass32,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    32,153 miles
    Test number
    580069765244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail32,153 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,153 miles
    Test number
    930709865229
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB51 RZJ

Does LB51 RZJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 RZJ expired on 28 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 RZJ?
The MOT on LB51 RZJ expired on 28 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 RZJ done?
LB51 RZJ was recorded at 144,585 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 6,021 miles a year.
Has LB51 RZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 RZJ has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 RZJ 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 RZJ find?
LB51 RZJ passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 9 more.

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