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Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LE57 EJXMOT history

LE57 EJX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 215,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LE57 EJX silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
215,739 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 EJX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 EJX was last recorded at 215,739 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 2,970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,769 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,970 miles
Average per year
11,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,739 miles
  • 2025 – 212,769 miles
  • 2024 – 208,654 miles
  • 2023 – 202,843 miles
  • 2022 – 198,113 miles
  • 2021 – 195,539 miles
  • 2020 – 192,659 miles
  • 2019 – 187,349 miles
  • 2018 – 174,117 miles
  • 2017 – 146,341 miles
  • 2016 – 119,789 miles
  • 2015 – 106,740 miles
  • 2014 – 89,444 miles
  • 2013 – 70,353 miles
  • 2012 – 55,293 miles
  • 2011 – 43,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,739 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward/centre most (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward/centre most (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 cover and undertray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside front tyre has nick in rim protector

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside front tyres edges slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,739 miles (+2,970)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    215,739 miles
    Test number
    168954656646
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward/centre most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward/centre most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass212,769 miles (+4,115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    212,769 miles
    Test number
    946557635150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward/centre most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward/centre most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  3. Pass208,654 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    208,654 miles
    Test number
    502770685578
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Forward most (upper) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear most (lower) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail208,654 miles (+5,811)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,654 miles
    Test number
    259376536330
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Forward most (upper) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear most (lower) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass202,843 miles (+4,730)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    202,843 miles
    Test number
    747150814971
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass198,113 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    198,113 miles
    Test number
    364581074028
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met performance,adjustment may be required.

  7. Fail198,113 miles (+2,574)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,113 miles
    Test number
    905056461291
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met performance,adjustment may be required.

  8. Pass195,539 miles (+2,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    195,539 miles
    Test number
    270462620144
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  9. Pass192,659 miles (+5,310)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    192,659 miles
    Test number
    512688416092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  10. Pass187,349 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    187,349 miles
    Test number
    825760618674
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  11. Fail187,348 miles (+13,231)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,348 miles
    Test number
    666610791675
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted

  12. Pass174,117 miles (+27,776)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    174,117 miles
    Test number
    530098280195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass146,341 miles (+4,066)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    146,341 miles
    Test number
    850008437492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail142,275 miles (+22,486)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,275 miles
    Test number
    658595195225
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass119,789 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    119,789 miles
    Test number
    542933341633
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has nick in rim protector
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyres edges slightly worn

  16. Fail119,770 miles (+13,030)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,770 miles
    Test number
    761752509604
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has nick in rim protector
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyres edges slightly worn

  17. Pass106,740 miles (+17,296)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    106,740 miles
    Test number
    296049115074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass89,444 miles (+19,091)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    89,444 miles
    Test number
    279414524046
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass70,353 miles (+15,060)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,353 miles
    Test number
    109578723419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,293 miles (+11,804)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    55,293 miles
    Test number
    639553122040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,489 miles
    Test number
    646138221018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 EJX

Does LE57 EJX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 EJX is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 EJX?
The MOT on LE57 EJX is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 EJX done?
LE57 EJX was recorded at 215,739 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 11,502 miles a year.
Has LE57 EJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 EJX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LE57 EJX 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 LE57 EJX find?
LE57 EJX passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 4 more.

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