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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,034 cc

LB55 FTVMOT history

LB55 FTV is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 6 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2025 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 123,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2025
Mileage
123,306 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2024
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 FTV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,034 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 FTV was last recorded at 123,306 miles on 8 Feb 2024, 79 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,227 miles · 10 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
79 miles
Average per year
6,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 123,306 miles
  • 2022 – 123,227 miles
  • 2020 – 108,110 miles
  • 2019 – 102,825 miles
  • 2018 – 97,909 miles
  • 2017 – 94,783 miles
  • 2016 – 81,129 miles
  • 2014 – 78,055 miles
  • 2013 – 74,915 miles
  • 2012 – 55,269 miles
  • 2011 – 44,344 miles
  • 2010 – 35,162 miles
  • 2009 – 26,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,306 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Under trays fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    123,306 miles
    Test number
    475336704654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail123,306 miles (+79)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,306 miles
    Test number
    978778465610
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass123,227 miles (+15,117)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    123,227 miles
    Test number
    840258516294
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass108,110 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    108,110 miles
    Test number
    195730129621
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail108,110 miles (+5,285)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,110 miles
    Test number
    145994254966
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass102,825 miles (+4,916)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    102,825 miles
    Test number
    644681322150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClean emissions no print out
  7. Pass97,909 miles (+3,126)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    97,909 miles
    Test number
    435118922555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,783 miles (+10,097)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    94,783 miles
    Test number
    418170322916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,686 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    84,686 miles
    Test number
    785050613393
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted at time of test
  10. Fail84,684 miles (+3,555)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,684 miles
    Test number
    420826226222
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted at time of test
  11. Pass81,129 miles (+3,074)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,129 miles
    Test number
    988968365662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,055 miles (+3,140)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    78,055 miles
    Test number
    975069044316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,915 miles (+19,646)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    74,915 miles
    Test number
    996741043391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass55,269 miles (+10,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,269 miles
    Test number
    109165842064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass44,344 miles (+9,182)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    44,344 miles
    Test number
    436597121019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,162 miles (+8,842)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    35,162 miles
    Test number
    831780240047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,320 miles
    Test number
    742791249018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 FTV

Does LB55 FTV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 FTV expired on 7 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 FTV?
The MOT on LB55 FTV expired on 7 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 FTV done?
LB55 FTV was recorded at 123,306 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2024, an average of 6,469 miles a year.
Has LB55 FTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 FTV has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 FTV 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 FTV find?
LB55 FTV passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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