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Mercedes-Benz C 320

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,199 cc

LC03 WFTMOT history

LC03 WFT is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2025.

LC03 WFT black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2024
Mileage
101,186 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 WFT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C 320
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
31 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC03 WFT was last recorded at 101,186 miles on 31 May 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,177 miles · 22 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
4,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,186 miles
  • 2024 – 101,177 miles
  • 2023 – 92,560 miles
  • 2022 – 92,024 miles
  • 2021 – 91,259 miles
  • 2020 – 88,772 miles
  • 2019 – 84,992 miles
  • 2018 – 79,486 miles
  • 2017 – 76,772 miles
  • 2015 – 72,861 miles
  • 2014 – 69,662 miles
  • 2013 – 62,771 miles
  • 2012 – 55,788 miles
  • 2011 – 47,623 miles
  • 2010 – 40,674 miles
  • 2009 – 34,246 miles
  • 2008 – 28,633 miles
  • 2007 – 22,649 miles
  • 2006 – 14,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,186 miles
  • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySubframe, rear axle, suspension corroded

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Stop lamp(s) all not working

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Under suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,186 miles (+9)1 dangerous8 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,186 miles
    Test number
    845365434497
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe, rear axle, suspension corroded

  2. Fail101,177 miles (+8,617)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,177 miles
    Test number
    899096543669
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake & suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers & under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNsf wheel arch inner cover damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder-body corroded

  3. Pass92,560 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    92,560 miles
    Test number
    124329493131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail92,560 miles (+536)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,560 miles
    Test number
    640678624098
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass92,024 miles (+765)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,024 miles
    Test number
    589037009816
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder suspension components corroded

  6. Pass91,259 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    91,259 miles
    Test number
    597257496576
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder suspension components corroded

  7. Fail91,259 miles (+2,487)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,259 miles
    Test number
    705140412453
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder suspension components corroded

  8. Pass88,772 miles (+3,780)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,772 miles
    Test number
    231782552788
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  9. Pass84,992 miles (+5,506)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    84,992 miles
    Test number
    328414234315
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  10. Pass79,486 miles (+2,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,486 miles
    Test number
    929593146879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass76,772 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,772 miles
    Test number
    552146744174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  12. Fail76,772 miles (+3,911)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,772 miles
    Test number
    421681008114
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  13. Pass72,861 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    72,861 miles
    Test number
    362073016228
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre badly worn on inner edge

  14. Fail72,846 miles (+33)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,846 miles
    Test number
    529489053883
    • FailureNearside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre badly worn on inner edge

  15. Fail72,813 miles (+3,151)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,813 miles
    Test number
    904809203854
    • FailureNearside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass69,662 miles (+6,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,662 miles
    Test number
    618075864214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass62,771 miles (+6,983)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,771 miles
    Test number
    697671763246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,788 miles
    Test number
    399122262459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,788 miles (+8,165)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,788 miles
    Test number
    598872862283
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass47,623 miles (+6,949)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    47,623 miles
    Test number
    855773761214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,674 miles (+6,428)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,674 miles
    Test number
    340825760489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass34,246 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,246 miles
    Test number
    143511179231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,224 miles (+5,591)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,224 miles
    Test number
    132359569296
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass28,633 miles (+5,984)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,633 miles
    Test number
    400173578249
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Pass22,649 miles (+8,412)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,649 miles
    Test number
    853968767272
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass14,237 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,237 miles
    Test number
    450207376112
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LC03 WFT

Does LC03 WFT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC03 WFT expired on 16 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC03 WFT?
The MOT on LC03 WFT expired on 16 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC03 WFT done?
LC03 WFT was recorded at 101,186 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2025, an average of 4,593 miles a year.
Has LC03 WFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 WFT has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LC03 WFT 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 LC03 WFT find?
LC03 WFT failed its latest MOT on 31 May 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: rear stop lamp(s) all not working; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; nearside rear direction indicator not working, and 12 more.

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