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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LK54 BYRMOT history

LK54 BYR is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LK54 BYR black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
116,389 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK54 BYR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK54 BYR was last recorded at 116,389 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,369 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
5,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,389 miles
  • 2025 – 109,824 miles
  • 2024 – 103,057 miles
  • 2023 – 96,454 miles
  • 2022 – 96,453 miles
  • 2021 – 90,490 miles
  • 2020 – 89,347 miles
  • 2019 – 86,933 miles
  • 2017 – 82,593 miles
  • 2016 – 78,839 miles
  • 2015 – 75,532 miles
  • 2014 – 71,836 miles
  • 2013 – 66,251 miles
  • 2012 – 60,551 miles
  • 2011 – 53,224 miles
  • 2010 – 43,998 miles
  • 2009 – 36,491 miles
  • 2007 – 20,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,389 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,389 miles (+20)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    116,389 miles
    Test number
    628970890049
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail116,369 miles (+6,545)1 dangerous10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,369 miles
    Test number
    703160904286
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn De-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn De-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass109,824 miles (+6,767)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,824 miles
    Test number
    592201412909
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Front headlamp lenses very cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Centre exhaust mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded N/S/F coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear N/S/F brake disc back plate very corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords N/S/R tyre has several cuts around sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S/F tyre very worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S/R handbrake efficency low (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak around lower area of auto gearbox
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake disc's worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass103,057 miles (+6,603)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,057 miles
    Test number
    258752422715
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass96,454 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,454 miles
    Test number
    367424834751
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Fail96,453 miles (+3,390)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,453 miles
    Test number
    126219052640
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass93,063 miles (+2,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,063 miles
    Test number
    248994975988
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass90,490 miles (+1,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,490 miles
    Test number
    768224047277
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass89,347 miles (+2,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,347 miles
    Test number
    919072993199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  10. Pass86,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    86,933 miles
    Test number
    882242860383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail86,933 miles (+4,340)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,933 miles
    Test number
    739026375233
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass82,593 miles (+3,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    82,593 miles
    Test number
    756923071972
    • 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)
  13. Pass78,839 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    78,839 miles
    Test number
    367535593622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,838 miles (+3,306)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,838 miles
    Test number
    863931262176
    • FailureNearside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger corroded
  15. Pass75,532 miles (+3,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,532 miles
    Test number
    501505708971
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Both (2.5.B.1a)
  16. Pass71,836 miles (+5,585)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,836 miles
    Test number
    729927434302
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteManagment light on
  17. Pass66,251 miles (+5,700)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    66,251 miles
    Test number
    928570243358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass60,551 miles (+7,327)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,551 miles
    Test number
    469526832300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExhaust bracket corroded
    • NoteSlight play o/s/f wheel, poss lower ball joint
  19. Pass53,224 miles (+9,226)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,224 miles
    Test number
    735425451378
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cut on sidewall, no cords exposed.
  20. Pass43,998 miles (+7,507)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,998 miles
    Test number
    460612750463
    • NoteSome testable items not checked due to under vehicle covers fitted
  21. Pass36,491 miles (+7,756)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    36,491 miles
    Test number
    433712259361
    • 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)
  22. Pass28,735 miles (+8,318)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,735 miles
    Test number
    524733909011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    20,417 miles
    Test number
    342455337343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK54 BYR

Does LK54 BYR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK54 BYR is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK54 BYR?
The MOT on LK54 BYR is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK54 BYR done?
LK54 BYR was recorded at 116,389 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 5,296 miles a year.
Has LK54 BYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK54 BYR has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LK54 BYR 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 LK54 BYR find?
LK54 BYR passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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