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Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LB57 VBTMOT history

LB57 VBT is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 9 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2024 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 210,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2024
Mileage
210,221 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2024
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,067 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 VBT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB57 VBT was last recorded at 210,221 miles on 15 Apr 2024, 5,611 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,610 miles · 17 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
5,611 miles
Average per year
9,067 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 210,221 miles
  • 2023 – 204,610 miles
  • 2022 – 196,178 miles
  • 2021 – 188,684 miles
  • 2020 – 179,499 miles
  • 2019 – 168,428 miles
  • 2018 – 156,762 miles
  • 2017 – 146,656 miles
  • 2016 – 137,380 miles
  • 2015 – 128,514 miles
  • 2014 – 121,024 miles
  • 2013 – 111,814 miles
  • 2012 – 106,044 miles
  • 2011 – 90,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail210,221 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear of 2 (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front parking light flickering
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Covers fitted obscuring components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 4 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail210,221 miles (+5,611)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,221 miles
    Test number
    426083921072
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear of 2 (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front parking light flickering
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass204,610 miles (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    204,610 miles
    Test number
    172677889809
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components

  3. Fail204,609 miles (+8,431)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,609 miles
    Test number
    178522772607
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front of front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components

  4. Pass196,178 miles (+7,494)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    196,178 miles
    Test number
    216187952403
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning side lamp led. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass188,684 miles (+9,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    188,684 miles
    Test number
    536022050489
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box has minor leak (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass179,499 miles (+11,071)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    179,499 miles
    Test number
    624580987342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass168,428 miles (+11,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    168,428 miles
    Test number
    983436667473
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass156,762 miles (+10,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    156,762 miles
    Test number
    227912342512
    • AdvisoryEngine and under tray's fitted obscuring view

  9. Pass146,656 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    146,656 miles
    Test number
    720509907359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  10. Fail146,656 miles (+9,276)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,656 miles
    Test number
    651204582917
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  11. Pass137,380 miles (+8,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    137,380 miles
    Test number
    349727301725
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components

  12. Pass128,514 miles (+7,490)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    128,514 miles
    Test number
    285953335041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r brake binding slightly

  13. Pass121,024 miles (+9,210)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    121,024 miles
    Test number
    358791834097
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass111,814 miles (+5,770)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    111,814 miles
    Test number
    129411633008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside rear footbrake and handbrake did not lock up when tested
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass106,044 miles (+15,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    106,044 miles
    Test number
    908334232039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass90,600 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    90,600 miles
    Test number
    276625031059
    • NoteN/s/f flex hose very slightly twisted
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to wear on both edges.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to wear on inner edge.slight.

Questions about LB57 VBT

Does LB57 VBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 VBT expired on 16 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 VBT?
The MOT on LB57 VBT expired on 16 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 VBT done?
LB57 VBT was recorded at 210,221 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2024, an average of 9,067 miles a year.
Has LB57 VBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 VBT has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB57 VBT 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 LB57 VBT find?
LB57 VBT failed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2024 with 7 major defects and 6 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear of 2; offside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 10 more.

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