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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LE04 JBXMOT history

LE04 JBX is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

LE04 JBX silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
126,352 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 JBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 JBX was last recorded at 126,352 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 4,278 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,074 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,278 miles
Average per year
5,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,352 miles
  • 2025 – 122,074 miles
  • 2024 – 112,471 miles
  • 2022 – 104,818 miles
  • 2021 – 98,767 miles
  • 2020 – 94,431 miles
  • 2019 – 90,744 miles
  • 2018 – 82,214 miles
  • 2017 – 71,954 miles
  • 2016 – 64,079 miles
  • 2015 – 57,750 miles
  • 2014 – 52,026 miles
  • 2013 – 46,548 miles
  • 2012 – 41,159 miles
  • 2011 – 37,850 miles
  • 2010 – 31,650 miles
  • 2009 – 24,939 miles
  • 2008 – 20,243 miles
  • 2007 – 15,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,352 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY FITTED

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.

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,352 miles (+4,278)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    126,352 miles
    Test number
    630535766612
    • MinorFront Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY FITTED

  2. Pass122,074 miles (+9,603)5 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    122,074 miles
    Test number
    898424739987
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant Low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Mirror Insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And Underbody (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted

  3. Pass112,471 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    112,471 miles
    Test number
    690411662544
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front Ball Joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear Ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  4. Fail112,459 miles (+7,641)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,459 miles
    Test number
    505280403032
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear Ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front Ball Joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear Ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  5. Pass104,818 miles (+6,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,818 miles
    Test number
    430378552139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass98,767 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,767 miles
    Test number
    286391084076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Fail98,767 miles (+4,336)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,767 miles
    Test number
    984170515763
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  8. Pass94,431 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,431 miles
    Test number
    745169150844
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Fail94,431 miles (+3,687)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,431 miles
    Test number
    899754885012
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass90,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,744 miles
    Test number
    565326025080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,744 miles (+8,530)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,744 miles
    Test number
    973017101203
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both arm ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass82,214 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    82,214 miles
    Test number
    928956605345
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail82,214 miles (+10,260)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,214 miles
    Test number
    828010115264
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass71,954 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,954 miles
    Test number
    744154538379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail71,954 miles (+7,875)11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,954 miles
    Test number
    169475192435
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt straight (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass64,079 miles (+6,329)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,079 miles
    Test number
    262164223123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,750 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,750 miles
    Test number
    225243910266
    • AdvisoryNSF & NSR seatbelt's not tested due to child seats fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTransmission has fluid leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail57,750 miles (+5,724)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,750 miles
    Test number
    696820251836
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNSF & NSR seatbelt's not tested due to child seats fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTransmission has fluid leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass52,026 miles (+5,478)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,026 miles
    Test number
    175532694112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,548 miles (+5,389)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,548 miles
    Test number
    258131393416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,159 miles (+3,309)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    41,159 miles
    Test number
    255669852174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,850 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,850 miles
    Test number
    996226711270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front wheel

  23. Fail37,850 miles (+6,200)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,850 miles
    Test number
    736541011242
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front wheel

  24. Pass31,650 miles (+6,711)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    31,650 miles
    Test number
    213334110224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,939 miles (+4,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,939 miles
    Test number
    980804909216
    • AdvisorySuspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass20,243 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,243 miles
    Test number
    741520708246
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

  27. Fail20,243 miles (+4,483)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,243 miles
    Test number
    441329398142
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

  28. Pass15,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    15,760 miles
    Test number
    992332317283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE04 JBX

Does LE04 JBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 JBX is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE04 JBX?
The MOT on LE04 JBX is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 JBX done?
LE04 JBX was recorded at 126,352 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 5,983 miles a year.
Has LE04 JBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 JBX has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LE04 JBX 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 LE04 JBX find?
LE04 JBX passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 4 minor defects and 5 advisories: front outer suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside front side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 6 more.

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