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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LK54 BYYMOT history

LK54 BYY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 115,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

LK54 BYY silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
115,737 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK54 BYY
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
3 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK54 BYY was last recorded at 115,737 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 2,229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,508 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,229 miles
Average per year
5,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,737 miles
  • 2025 – 113,508 miles
  • 2023 – 106,039 miles
  • 2022 – 93,466 miles
  • 2020 – 76,712 miles
  • 2019 – 71,934 miles
  • 2018 – 69,856 miles
  • 2017 – 66,797 miles
  • 2016 – 63,604 miles
  • 2015 – 60,191 miles
  • 2014 – 56,076 miles
  • 2013 – 51,767 miles
  • 2012 – 46,147 miles
  • 2011 – 39,886 miles
  • 2010 – 33,116 miles
  • 2009 – 28,192 miles
  • 2008 – 22,351 miles
  • 2007 – 16,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,737 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield insecureRecorded 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.

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Body component slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,737 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    115,737 miles
    Test number
    456364070133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield insecure

  2. Fail115,737 miles (+2,229)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,737 miles
    Test number
    225676909796
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield insecure

  3. Pass113,508 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    113,508 miles
    Test number
    975784867865
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield insecure

  4. Fail113,508 miles (+7,469)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,508 miles
    Test number
    447591167226
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield insecure

  5. Pass106,039 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    106,039 miles
    Test number
    910091223946
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail106,039 miles (+12,573)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,039 miles
    Test number
    496883364085
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced BOTH SIDES (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass93,466 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    93,466 miles
    Test number
    711773640059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,358 miles (+8)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,358 miles
    Test number
    129909614214
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail93,350 miles (+16,638)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,350 miles
    Test number
    658985077481
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass76,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    76,712 miles
    Test number
    475176838021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail76,712 miles (+4,778)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,712 miles
    Test number
    887289119337
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass71,934 miles (+2,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,934 miles
    Test number
    798687299399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass69,856 miles (+3,059)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    820407150029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,797 miles (+3,193)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    66,797 miles
    Test number
    453431985738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,604 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    63,604 miles
    Test number
    848593620391
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides & tracking (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail63,604 miles (+3,413)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,604 miles
    Test number
    331781949223
    • Repaired at testRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides & tracking (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass60,191 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    60,191 miles
    Test number
    161941338431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail60,191 miles (+4,115)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,191 miles
    Test number
    378666124269
    • FailureNearside Front Upper 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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass56,076 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    56,076 miles
    Test number
    327130134385
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail56,076 miles (+4,309)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,076 miles
    Test number
    886220834322
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass51,767 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,767 miles
    Test number
    765136713397
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail51,767 miles (+5,620)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,767 miles
    Test number
    419536713432
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass46,147 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,147 miles
    Test number
    858564912318
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Fail46,147 miles (+6,261)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,147 miles
    Test number
    377034312309
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  25. Pass39,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    39,886 miles
    Test number
    218422231393
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Fail39,886 miles (+6,770)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,886 miles
    Test number
    797852031365
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass33,116 miles (+4,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    33,116 miles
    Test number
    294613320327
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail28,192 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,192 miles
    Test number
    861366939399
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • NoteHandbrake travel near limit,recommend adjustment

  29. Pass28,192 miles (+5,841)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,192 miles
    Test number
    884286839329
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • NoteHandbrake travel near limit,recommend adjustment

  30. Pass22,351 miles (+5,745)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,351 miles
    Test number
    953851038398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail16,606 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,606 miles
    Test number
    372708137376
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

  32. Pass16,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    16,606 miles
    Test number
    763408437327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK54 BYY

Does LK54 BYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK54 BYY is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK54 BYY?
The MOT on LK54 BYY is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK54 BYY done?
LK54 BYY was recorded at 115,737 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 5,338 miles a year.
Has LK54 BYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK54 BYY has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LK54 BYY 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 BYY find?
LK54 BYY passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear exhaust shield insecure.

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