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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LE05 BXWMOT history

LE05 BXW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Aug 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 50,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2024.

LE05 BXW silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2025
Mileage
50,345 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE05 BXW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
3 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE05 BXW was last recorded at 50,345 miles on 26 Jul 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,340 miles · 23 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 50,345 miles
  • 2023 – 45,666 miles
  • 2022 – 40,765 miles
  • 2021 – 36,296 miles
  • 2020 – 32,763 miles
  • 2019 – 31,735 miles
  • 2018 – 27,714 miles
  • 2017 – 23,423 miles
  • 2016 – 19,673 miles
  • 2015 – 16,956 miles
  • 2014 – 15,495 miles
  • 2013 – 14,244 miles
  • 2012 – 12,747 miles
  • 2011 – 11,121 miles
  • 2010 – 9,485 miles
  • 2009 – 7,630 miles
  • 2008 – 6,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,345 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (zone B) (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside front to rear pipe corroded near rear hose union (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside front bumper damagedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,345 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,345 miles
    Test number
    538196207065
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (zone B) (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside front to rear pipe corroded near rear hose union (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front bumper damaged

  2. Fail50,340 miles (+4,674)8 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,340 miles
    Test number
    795618407977
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure mirror glass insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working lamp in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (zone B) (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside front to rear pipe corroded near rear hose union (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass45,666 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    45,666 miles
    Test number
    607393566265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded near rear hose union (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracked within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail45,666 miles (+4,901)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,666 miles
    Test number
    791220918322
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded near rear hose union (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracked within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass40,765 miles (+4,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    40,765 miles
    Test number
    526601556084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corner damage
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror not attached

  6. Pass36,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    36,296 miles
    Test number
    612175361318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail36,296 miles (+3,533)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,296 miles
    Test number
    922964888561
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass32,763 miles (+1,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    32,763 miles
    Test number
    372466471136
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass31,735 miles (+4,021)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    31,735 miles
    Test number
    239213321787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass27,714 miles (+4,291)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    27,714 miles
    Test number
    725850236020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass23,423 miles (+3,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    23,423 miles
    Test number
    699469173642
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass19,673 miles (+2,717)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    19,673 miles
    Test number
    852114757219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,956 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    16,956 miles
    Test number
    265986855488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail16,956 miles (+1,461)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,956 miles
    Test number
    867656155137
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass15,495 miles (+1,251)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    15,495 miles
    Test number
    689282164127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,244 miles (+1,497)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    14,244 miles
    Test number
    989282753155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass12,747 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    12,747 miles
    Test number
    286984362145
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail12,747 miles (+1,626)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,747 miles
    Test number
    609014962182
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass11,121 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    11,121 miles
    Test number
    137074851194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • NoteN/s/rtyre cracks

  20. Fail11,121 miles (+1,636)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,121 miles
    Test number
    905574551106
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • NoteN/s/rtyre cracks

  21. Pass9,485 miles (+1,855)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    9,485 miles
    Test number
    862783560144
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOff side front tyre damaged on outer wall

  22. Pass7,630 miles (+1,497)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    7,630 miles
    Test number
    912799459102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass6,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    6,133 miles
    Test number
    382624568165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE05 BXW

Does LE05 BXW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE05 BXW expired on 25 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE05 BXW?
The MOT on LE05 BXW expired on 25 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE05 BXW done?
LE05 BXW was recorded at 50,345 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2024, an average of 2,743 miles a year.
Has LE05 BXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE05 BXW has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LE05 BXW 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 BXW find?
LE05 BXW passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (zone b); brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front to rear pipe corroded near rear hose union; nearside front bumper damaged.

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