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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LD03 WHRMOT history

LD03 WHR is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 4 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 122,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2024.

LD03 WHR black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2025
Mileage
122,290 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 WHR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 WHR was last recorded at 122,290 miles on 20 Aug 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,287 miles · 17 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 122,290 miles
  • 2023 – 119,287 miles
  • 2022 – 109,874 miles
  • 2020 – 108,971 miles
  • 2019 – 105,436 miles
  • 2018 – 102,086 miles
  • 2017 – 96,217 miles
  • 2016 – 92,774 miles
  • 2015 – 89,201 miles
  • 2014 – 87,681 miles
  • 2013 – 81,521 miles
  • 2012 – 75,035 miles
  • 2011 – 69,954 miles
  • 2010 – 64,358 miles
  • 2009 – 58,326 miles
  • 2008 – 51,246 miles
  • 2007 – 43,768 miles
  • 2006 – 37,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,290 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,290 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    122,290 miles
    Test number
    869368088226
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail122,287 miles (+3,000)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,287 miles
    Test number
    322622526547
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass119,287 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    119,287 miles
    Test number
    650085954879
    • MinorOffside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryDriver side fender damaged

  4. Fail119,287 miles (+9,413)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,287 miles
    Test number
    563188645817
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryDriver side fender damaged

  5. Pass109,874 miles (+903)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    109,874 miles
    Test number
    815014278082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,971 miles (+3,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,971 miles
    Test number
    249456838056
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass105,436 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,436 miles
    Test number
    278230488929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,086 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    102,086 miles
    Test number
    836016543826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail102,086 miles (+2,396)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,086 miles
    Test number
    325671376273
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass99,690 miles (+3,473)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    99,690 miles
    Test number
    446773554188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,217 miles (+3,443)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    96,217 miles
    Test number
    485390373444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,774 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    92,774 miles
    Test number
    148734253458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,201 miles (+1,520)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    89,201 miles
    Test number
    148832225494
    • NoteEML LIGHT ON
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass87,681 miles (+6,160)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    87,681 miles
    Test number
    565902934355
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear 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

  15. Pass81,521 miles (+6,486)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    81,521 miles
    Test number
    338041543360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,035 miles (+5,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    138915612387
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass69,954 miles (+5,596)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    69,954 miles
    Test number
    106734141322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,358 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    64,358 miles
    Test number
    454815210338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,341 miles (+6,015)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,341 miles
    Test number
    952228200390
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass58,326 miles (+7,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    58,326 miles
    Test number
    721747639334
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass51,246 miles (+7,478)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,246 miles
    Test number
    313175848352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,768 miles (+6,318)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,768 miles
    Test number
    980415207347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,450 miles
    Test number
    104667026398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 WHR

Does LD03 WHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 WHR expired on 19 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 WHR?
The MOT on LD03 WHR expired on 19 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 WHR done?
LD03 WHR was recorded at 122,290 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2024, an average of 4,782 miles a year.
Has LD03 WHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 WHR has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LD03 WHR 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 LD03 WHR find?
LD03 WHR passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both side; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin very low, and 5 more.

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