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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,496 cc

LD56 LNHMOT history

LD56 LNH is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 13 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,831 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2025.

LD56 LNH black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
100,831 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 LNH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 LNH was last recorded at 100,831 miles on 15 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,829 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,831 miles
  • 2024 – 89,122 miles
  • 2023 – 85,734 miles
  • 2022 – 84,173 miles
  • 2021 – 80,888 miles
  • 2020 – 79,651 miles
  • 2019 – 72,535 miles
  • 2018 – 66,038 miles
  • 2017 – 62,111 miles
  • 2016 – 58,280 miles
  • 2015 – 53,840 miles
  • 2014 – 48,988 miles
  • 2013 – 42,373 miles
  • 2012 – 36,388 miles
  • 2010 – 26,026 miles
  • 2009 – 20,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,831 miles
  • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,831 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    100,831 miles
    Test number
    930676906169
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail100,829 miles (+11,707)4 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,829 miles
    Test number
    524814755849
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass89,122 miles (+3,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    89,122 miles
    Test number
    466133179604
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Pass85,734 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    85,734 miles
    Test number
    488524836576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,173 miles (+3,285)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,173 miles
    Test number
    119537205155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,888 miles
    Test number
    605627709198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail80,888 miles (+1,237)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,888 miles
    Test number
    319794923960
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  8. Pass79,651 miles (+7,116)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,651 miles
    Test number
    599671002687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,535 miles (+3,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,535 miles
    Test number
    624892825477
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
  10. Pass69,531 miles (+3,493)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,531 miles
    Test number
    649317503734
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass66,038 miles (+3,927)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,038 miles
    Test number
    682353521922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,111 miles (+3,831)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,111 miles
    Test number
    860234011708
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Pass58,280 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,280 miles
    Test number
    967108650677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,273 miles (+4,433)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,273 miles
    Test number
    164948756116
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass53,840 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,840 miles
    Test number
    576227735028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Fail53,840 miles (+4,852)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,840 miles
    Test number
    405357935029
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass48,988 miles (+6,615)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    48,988 miles
    Test number
    107449334421
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Pass42,373 miles (+5,985)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,373 miles
    Test number
    988698333018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass36,388 miles (+10,362)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,388 miles
    Test number
    236270142089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,026 miles (+5,970)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    26,026 miles
    Test number
    393595890195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,056 miles
    Test number
    862437999180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 LNH

Does LD56 LNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 LNH is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD56 LNH?
The MOT on LD56 LNH is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 LNH done?
LD56 LNH was recorded at 100,831 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2025, an average of 4,945 miles a year.
Has LD56 LNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 LNH has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 LNH 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 LD56 LNH find?
LD56 LNH passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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