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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

LB55 EFGMOT history

LB55 EFG is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 41,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
41,363 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 EFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 EFG was last recorded at 41,363 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 1,312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,051 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,312 miles
Average per year
1,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,363 miles
  • 2025 – 40,051 miles
  • 2024 – 38,823 miles
  • 2023 – 37,195 miles
  • 2022 – 34,435 miles
  • 2021 – 33,372 miles
  • 2020 – 32,388 miles
  • 2019 – 29,165 miles
  • 2018 – 27,001 miles
  • 2017 – 24,004 miles
  • 2016 – 22,717 miles
  • 2015 – 21,395 miles
  • 2014 – 19,789 miles
  • 2013 – 18,772 miles
  • 2012 – 17,728 miles
  • 2011 – 16,211 miles
  • 2010 – 14,560 miles
  • 2009 – 12,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,363 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,363 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    41,363 miles
    Test number
    202923480460
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail41,363 miles (+1,312)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,363 miles
    Test number
    884647415128
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass40,051 miles (+1,228)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    40,051 miles
    Test number
    103345580467
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and Offside

  4. Pass38,823 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    38,823 miles
    Test number
    153115541691
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail38,823 miles (+1,628)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,823 miles
    Test number
    398178160470
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s and o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass37,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    37,195 miles
    Test number
    218872081809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail37,195 miles (+2,760)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,195 miles
    Test number
    533773439136
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLAMBDA SENSON BROKEN

  8. Pass34,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    34,435 miles
    Test number
    663390563140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail34,435 miles (+1,063)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,435 miles
    Test number
    694597532662
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass33,372 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    33,372 miles
    Test number
    935084481390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail33,371 miles (+983)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,371 miles
    Test number
    411049751154
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  12. Pass32,388 miles (+3,223)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    32,388 miles
    Test number
    866143768027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,165 miles (+2,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    29,165 miles
    Test number
    849887806961
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Pass27,001 miles (+2,997)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    27,001 miles
    Test number
    707244699396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    24,004 miles
    Test number
    298301055571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail24,004 miles (+1,287)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,004 miles
    Test number
    794108594953
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass22,717 miles (+1,322)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    22,717 miles
    Test number
    396153158799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,395 miles (+1,606)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    21,395 miles
    Test number
    177886235449
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass19,789 miles (+1,017)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    19,789 miles
    Test number
    798079724058
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass18,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    18,772 miles
    Test number
    137077433098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail18,769 miles (+1,041)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,769 miles
    Test number
    767247033083
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass17,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    17,728 miles
    Test number
    568638332060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail17,728 miles (+1,517)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,728 miles
    Test number
    987688832076
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass16,211 miles (+1,651)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    16,211 miles
    Test number
    977230841058
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  25. Pass14,560 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    14,560 miles
    Test number
    720619220096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail14,557 miles (+2,369)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,557 miles
    Test number
    132938820479
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass12,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    12,188 miles
    Test number
    291289929007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 EFG

Does LB55 EFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 EFG is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 EFG?
The MOT on LB55 EFG is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 EFG done?
LB55 EFG was recorded at 41,363 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 1,717 miles a year.
Has LB55 EFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 EFG has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 EFG 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 LB55 EFG find?
LB55 EFG passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: rear exhaust mounting defective; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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