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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,295 cc

LB51 UFCMOT history

LB51 UFC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 147,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2023
Mileage
147,465 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,953 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 UFC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 UFC was last recorded at 147,465 miles on 7 Jan 2022, 849 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,616 miles · 17 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
849 miles
Average per year
4,953 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,465 miles
  • 2020 – 146,616 miles
  • 2019 – 144,058 miles
  • 2018 – 143,304 miles
  • 2017 – 142,251 miles
  • 2016 – 140,860 miles
  • 2015 – 138,528 miles
  • 2014 – 133,361 miles
  • 2013 – 124,882 miles
  • 2012 – 114,220 miles
  • 2011 – 108,897 miles
  • 2010 – 101,302 miles
  • 2009 – 95,388 miles
  • 2008 – 89,853 miles
  • 2007 – 83,613 miles
  • 2006 – 76,894 miles
  • 2005 – 67,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,465 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both sides) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (both sides) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Engine bay and undertrays

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,465 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    147,465 miles
    Test number
    691283273061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both sides) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (both sides) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail147,465 miles (+849)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,465 miles
    Test number
    795211046632
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both sides) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (both sides) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass146,616 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    146,616 miles
    Test number
    339718990236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail146,616 miles (+2,558)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,616 miles
    Test number
    210317168843
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,058 miles (+754)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    144,058 miles
    Test number
    855309371825
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass143,304 miles (+1,053)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    143,304 miles
    Test number
    980858867674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass142,251 miles (+1,391)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    142,251 miles
    Test number
    984868279263
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass140,860 miles (+2,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    140,860 miles
    Test number
    814415121722
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass138,528 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    138,528 miles
    Test number
    849794835797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and undertrays

  10. Fail138,528 miles (+5,167)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,528 miles
    Test number
    479750226507
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint most rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and undertrays

  11. Pass133,361 miles (+8,479)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    133,361 miles
    Test number
    846107454351
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust mount broken front and rear but still secure
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  12. Pass124,882 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    124,882 miles
    Test number
    539187753383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSeal covers fitted

  13. Fail124,882 miles (+10,662)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,882 miles
    Test number
    808365953300
    • FailureFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSeal covers fitted

  14. Pass114,220 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    114,220 miles
    Test number
    985489352360
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail114,220 miles (+5,323)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,220 miles
    Test number
    147596752330
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass108,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    108,897 miles
    Test number
    446453661391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail108,897 miles (+7,595)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,897 miles
    Test number
    568653561377
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass101,302 miles (+5,914)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    101,302 miles
    Test number
    541608940359
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass95,388 miles (+5,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    95,388 miles
    Test number
    750318549374
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Pass89,853 miles (+6,240)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    89,853 miles
    Test number
    330184348349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,613 miles (+6,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    83,613 miles
    Test number
    100269047311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass76,894 miles (+8,982)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    76,894 miles
    Test number
    463459346301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    67,912 miles
    Test number
    462779845424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 UFC

Does LB51 UFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 UFC expired on 6 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 UFC?
The MOT on LB51 UFC expired on 6 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 UFC done?
LB51 UFC was recorded at 147,465 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2022, an average of 4,953 miles a year.
Has LB51 UFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 UFC has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 UFC 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 UFC find?
LB51 UFC passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both sides); oil leak, but not excessive; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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