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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

LB51 ULCMOT history

LB51 ULC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 96,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2024
Mileage
96,164 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 ULC
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
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 ULC was last recorded at 96,164 miles on 20 Feb 2023, 591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,573 miles · 2 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
591 miles
Average per year
4,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 96,164 miles
  • 2022 – 95,573 miles
  • 2021 – 92,333 miles
  • 2020 – 88,684 miles
  • 2019 – 85,095 miles
  • 2018 – 80,532 miles
  • 2017 – 75,676 miles
  • 2016 – 70,150 miles
  • 2015 – 65,241 miles
  • 2014 – 62,183 miles
  • 2013 – 60,452 miles
  • 2012 – 56,792 miles
  • 2011 – 50,906 miles
  • 2010 – 43,682 miles
  • 2009 – 38,522 miles
  • 2008 – 32,582 miles
  • 2006 – 25,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,164 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 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,164 miles (+591)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    96,164 miles
    Test number
    494258369286
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass95,573 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,573 miles
    Test number
    939383635465
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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. Fail95,573 miles (+3,240)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,573 miles
    Test number
    544516666254
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  4. Pass92,333 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    92,333 miles
    Test number
    113724494076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (steel arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail92,333 miles (+3,649)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,333 miles
    Test number
    224997974320
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (steel arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass88,684 miles (+3,589)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,684 miles
    Test number
    371286968602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,095 miles (+4,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,095 miles
    Test number
    501220734510
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on rear diff output seals

  8. Pass80,532 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,532 miles
    Test number
    216129316669
    • AdvisoryEngine under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body work dented
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil

  9. Fail80,532 miles (+4,856)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,532 miles
    Test number
    111256612887
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body work dented
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil

  10. Pass75,676 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    75,676 miles
    Test number
    637229608357
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fited
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryDrivers door central locking faulty, interior handle loose

  11. Fail75,662 miles (+5,512)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,662 miles
    Test number
    580893992328
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint has marked (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door temperamental opened at time of test customer is aware
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryTray's fitted

  12. Pass70,150 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    70,150 miles
    Test number
    390963430087
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on but brakes ok

  13. Fail70,150 miles (+4,909)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,150 miles
    Test number
    388070170682
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on but brakes ok

  14. Pass65,241 miles (+3,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,241 miles
    Test number
    815194595012
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass62,183 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,183 miles
    Test number
    469937904137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,452 miles (+3,660)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    60,452 miles
    Test number
    185941903118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass56,792 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,792 miles
    Test number
    219699002116
    • NoteO/s/r diff oil seal leak

  18. Fail56,786 miles (+5,880)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,786 miles
    Test number
    605114102110
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteO/s/r diff oil seal leak

  19. Pass50,906 miles (+7,224)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,906 miles
    Test number
    888793881082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/f outer tyre wall damaged
    • NoteO/s/r inner driveshaft oil seal leak

  20. Pass43,682 miles (+5,160)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,682 miles
    Test number
    154381480499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass38,522 miles (+5,940)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,522 miles
    Test number
    184442769456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,582 miles (+7,423)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,582 miles
    Test number
    484616238024
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear indicators pale - just acceptable
    • NoteFull body undertray fitted n/s & o/s
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteWipers smearing

  23. Pass25,159 miles (+5,545)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    25,159 miles
    Test number
    763212756339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,614 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,614 miles
    Test number
    970410916052
    • NoteObject offside front tyre

Questions about LB51 ULC

Does LB51 ULC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 ULC expired on 27 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 ULC?
The MOT on LB51 ULC expired on 27 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 ULC done?
LB51 ULC was recorded at 96,164 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2023, an average of 4,474 miles a year.
Has LB51 ULC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 ULC has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 ULC 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 ULC find?
LB51 ULC passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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