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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LB54 EGUMOT history

LB54 EGU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 23 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 174,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2025
Mileage
174,958 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 EGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 EGU was last recorded at 174,958 miles on 2 Dec 2024, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,945 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
8,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 174,958 miles
  • 2023 – 161,138 miles
  • 2021 – 145,056 miles
  • 2020 – 134,459 miles
  • 2019 – 126,112 miles
  • 2018 – 116,357 miles
  • 2017 – 107,566 miles
  • 2016 – 97,107 miles
  • 2015 – 86,629 miles
  • 2014 – 76,718 miles
  • 2012 – 65,825 miles
  • 2011 – 57,610 miles
  • 2010 – 46,933 miles
  • 2009 – 36,380 miles
  • 2008 – 29,301 miles
  • 2007 – 23,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,958 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))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
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,958 miles (+13)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    174,958 miles
    Test number
    472644209941
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail174,945 miles (+13,807)1 dangerous8 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,945 miles
    Test number
    168637906758
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases multiple from mid box to rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,138 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    161,138 miles
    Test number
    441528653240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail161,114 miles (+16,058)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,114 miles
    Test number
    177193174794
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective stuck in (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt control (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass145,056 miles (+5)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    145,056 miles
    Test number
    724544322809
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded near mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail145,051 miles (+10,592)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,051 miles
    Test number
    729844327606
    • MajorEmissions not tested Aborted (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded near mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass134,459 miles (+8,347)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    134,459 miles
    Test number
    382206262445
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated first arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play second arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened near mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass126,112 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,112 miles
    Test number
    846666009375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail126,109 miles (+9,752)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,109 miles
    Test number
    155533565721
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear deteriorated front damaged (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass116,357 miles (+8,791)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    116,357 miles
    Test number
    891746462430
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear deteriorated - front damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  11. Pass107,566 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    107,566 miles
    Test number
    504859459607
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Fail107,565 miles (+10,458)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,565 miles
    Test number
    193747104233
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint second (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed splits in side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass97,107 miles (+10,478)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,107 miles
    Test number
    804441503757
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint rear (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryEngine and under trays fitted

  14. Pass86,629 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,629 miles
    Test number
    465362665120
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt release mechanism fault ( a e & j requirement)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail86,629 miles (+9,911)1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,629 miles
    Test number
    518612965135
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt release mechanism fault ( a e & j requirement)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass76,718 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,718 miles
    Test number
    466142634118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust system starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight chips to windscreen

  17. Fail76,718 miles (+10,893)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,718 miles
    Test number
    605532334159
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust system starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight chips to windscreen

  18. Pass65,825 miles (+8,215)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,825 miles
    Test number
    689788922311
    • NoteSlight chips to windscreen

  19. Pass57,610 miles (+10,677)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    57,610 miles
    Test number
    749276331374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,933 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    46,933 miles
    Test number
    353364740388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,887 miles (+10,507)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,887 miles
    Test number
    750160140354
    • DangerousOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass36,380 miles (+7,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,380 miles
    Test number
    211048339382
    • 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)

  23. Pass29,301 miles (+5,530)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,301 miles
    Test number
    854333138390
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass23,771 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    23,771 miles
    Test number
    124714937332
    • NoteFront brake pads low

Questions about LB54 EGU

Does LB54 EGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 EGU expired on 1 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 EGU?
The MOT on LB54 EGU expired on 1 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 EGU done?
LB54 EGU was recorded at 174,958 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2024, an average of 8,889 miles a year.
Has LB54 EGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 EGU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB54 EGU 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 LB54 EGU find?
LB54 EGU passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2024 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 7 more.

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