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Mercedes-Benz C 320

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 3,199 cc

LC54 FVTMOT history

LC54 FVT is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 31 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

LC54 FVT blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
117,137 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC54 FVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C 320
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC54 FVT was last recorded at 117,137 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 3,703 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Nov 2009: 8,107 miles, lower than 34,783 miles on 20 May 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
113,434 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,703 miles
Average per year
5,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,137 miles
  • 2024 – 113,434 miles
  • 2023 – 111,471 miles
  • 2022 – 107,994 miles
  • 2021 – 103,673 miles
  • 2020 – 101,179 miles
  • 2019 – 99,644 miles
  • 2018 – 97,139 miles
  • 2017 – 94,372 miles
  • 2016 – 91,087 miles
  • 2015 – 87,684 miles
  • 2014 – 83,834 miles
  • 2013 – 76,497 miles
  • 2012 – 69,255 miles
  • 2011 – 57,170 miles
  • 2009 – 8,107 miles
  • 2008 – 19,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,137 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,137 miles (+3,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    117,137 miles
    Test number
    539006750638
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass113,434 miles (+1,963)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    113,434 miles
    Test number
    373838270272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass111,471 miles (+3,477)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,471 miles
    Test number
    999174098482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass107,994 miles (+4,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    107,994 miles
    Test number
    270451726091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass103,673 miles (+2,494)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    103,673 miles
    Test number
    334465628474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,179 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    101,179 miles
    Test number
    343648596903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,644 miles (+2,505)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    99,644 miles
    Test number
    504505211221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,139 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    97,139 miles
    Test number
    440450363313
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Fail97,130 miles (+2,758)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,130 miles
    Test number
    597165711174
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass94,372 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,372 miles
    Test number
    901233156882
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  11. Fail94,372 miles (+3,285)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,372 miles
    Test number
    729567135656
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer back (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  12. Pass91,087 miles (+3,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,087 miles
    Test number
    664239802600
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass87,684 miles (+3,850)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    87,684 miles
    Test number
    128073335181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    83,834 miles
    Test number
    277674534489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  15. Fail83,814 miles (+7,317)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,814 miles
    Test number
    258304234177
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  16. Pass76,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,497 miles
    Test number
    965888353090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,497 miles (+7,242)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,497 miles
    Test number
    758908653003
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  18. Pass69,255 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    69,255 miles
    Test number
    319445042028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail69,251 miles (+12,081)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,251 miles
    Test number
    765754332099
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass57,170 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    57,170 miles
    Test number
    778733731037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,169 miles (+49,062)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,169 miles
    Test number
    187718221067
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  22. Pass8,107 miles (-26,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    8,107 miles
    Test number
    174326209383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  23. Pass34,783 miles (+15,173)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    34,783 miles
    Test number
    141910849197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,610 miles
    Test number
    970759248085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC54 FVT

Does LC54 FVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC54 FVT is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC54 FVT?
The MOT on LC54 FVT is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC54 FVT done?
LC54 FVT was recorded at 117,137 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 5,453 miles a year.
Has LC54 FVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC54 FVT has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2018.
Has the mileage on LC54 FVT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC54 FVT find?
LC54 FVT passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge.

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