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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 3,498 cc

LE05 AVJMOT history

LE05 AVJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 12 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,060 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

LE05 AVJ silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
90,060 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE05 AVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE05 AVJ was last recorded at 90,060 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 2,437 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,623 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,437 miles
Average per year
4,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,060 miles
  • 2025 – 87,623 miles
  • 2024 – 85,491 miles
  • 2022 – 82,845 miles
  • 2021 – 80,304 miles
  • 2020 – 77,241 miles
  • 2019 – 72,016 miles
  • 2018 – 70,538 miles
  • 2017 – 65,998 miles
  • 2016 – 61,954 miles
  • 2015 – 56,392 miles
  • 2014 – 53,287 miles
  • 2013 – 47,811 miles
  • 2012 – 39,749 miles
  • 2011 – 31,468 miles
  • 2010 – 24,396 miles
  • 2009 – 17,897 miles
  • 2008 – 10,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,060 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,060 miles (+2,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    90,060 miles
    Test number
    906900853055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass87,623 miles (+2,132)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,623 miles
    Test number
    716178831059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass85,491 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    85,491 miles
    Test number
    876438313986
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail85,491 miles (+2,646)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,491 miles
    Test number
    118395436312
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass82,845 miles (+2,541)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    82,845 miles
    Test number
    539608100185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    80,304 miles
    Test number
    750301482431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail80,304 miles (+3,063)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,304 miles
    Test number
    296822057625
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass77,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    77,241 miles
    Test number
    683133056689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,241 miles (+5,225)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,241 miles
    Test number
    923187655705
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass72,016 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    72,016 miles
    Test number
    593820727809
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  11. Fail72,016 miles (+1,478)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,016 miles
    Test number
    590527917609
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass70,538 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    70,538 miles
    Test number
    285149407518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Fail70,538 miles (+4,540)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,538 miles
    Test number
    983512775122
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working Mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass65,998 miles (+4,044)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,998 miles
    Test number
    335407327215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass61,954 miles (+5,562)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    61,954 miles
    Test number
    330158824974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays & engine trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass56,392 miles (+3,105)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,392 miles
    Test number
    786987715181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,287 miles (+5,476)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,287 miles
    Test number
    317863414113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,811 miles (+8,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,811 miles
    Test number
    858731523183
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass39,749 miles (+8,281)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,749 miles
    Test number
    119022822182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,468 miles (+7,072)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,468 miles
    Test number
    389320721188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,396 miles (+6,499)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    24,396 miles
    Test number
    720579010171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,897 miles (+7,345)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    17,897 miles
    Test number
    230200329155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    10,552 miles
    Test number
    933790328174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE05 AVJ

Does LE05 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE05 AVJ is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE05 AVJ?
The MOT on LE05 AVJ is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE05 AVJ done?
LE05 AVJ was recorded at 90,060 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 4,447 miles a year.
Has LE05 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE05 AVJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LE05 AVJ 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 LE05 AVJ find?
LE05 AVJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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