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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

LK56 FLXMOT history

LK56 FLX is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 22 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 148,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

LK56 FLX black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
148,750 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 FLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 FLX was last recorded at 148,750 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 11,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,482 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
11,268 miles
Average per year
7,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,750 miles
  • 2025 – 137,482 miles
  • 2024 – 131,006 miles
  • 2023 – 124,305 miles
  • 2022 – 120,590 miles
  • 2021 – 119,389 miles
  • 2019 – 115,795 miles
  • 2018 – 89,427 miles
  • 2016 – 82,204 miles
  • 2015 – 75,592 miles
  • 2014 – 67,925 miles
  • 2013 – 58,611 miles
  • 2012 – 53,212 miles
  • 2011 – 38,122 miles
  • 2010 – 28,807 miles
  • 2009 – 16,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,750 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Slightly discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective Front section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,750 miles (+11,268)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    148,750 miles
    Test number
    869449160357
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Slightly discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective Front section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass137,482 miles (+237)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    137,482 miles
    Test number
    410755446369
    • AdvisoryHeatshield above Rearbox loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail137,245 miles (+6,239)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,245 miles
    Test number
    759625580494
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2nd Centre Silencer/Rearbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective at Rear subframe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass131,006 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    131,006 miles
    Test number
    529296503960
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail131,006 miles (+6,701)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,006 miles
    Test number
    469922606574
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass124,305 miles (+3,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,305 miles
    Test number
    607039131189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror slightly defective
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass120,590 miles (+1,201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,590 miles
    Test number
    383383981503
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine pans
    • AdvisoryTested wet

  8. Pass119,389 miles (+3,594)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    119,389 miles
    Test number
    710867314322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass115,795 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,795 miles
    Test number
    913846625673
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seatbelt slightly twisted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Fail115,795 miles (+14,961)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,795 miles
    Test number
    739870043252
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seatbelt slightly twisted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass100,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,834 miles
    Test number
    751310053739
    • 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))

  12. Fail100,834 miles (+11,407)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,834 miles
    Test number
    304900147972
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  13. Pass89,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    89,427 miles
    Test number
    348231284700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail89,426 miles (+7,222)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,426 miles
    Test number
    924873208083
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass82,204 miles (+6,612)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,204 miles
    Test number
    772165491028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  16. Pass75,592 miles (+7,667)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    75,592 miles
    Test number
    784746017422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine cover fitted

  17. Pass67,925 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,925 miles
    Test number
    118673784276
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine oil on min mark
    • NoteN/s/f wheel arch liner broken

  18. Fail67,925 miles (+9,314)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,925 miles
    Test number
    488903184263
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine oil on min mark
    • NoteN/s/f wheel arch liner broken

  19. Pass58,611 miles (+5,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,611 miles
    Test number
    989540873281
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass53,212 miles (+98)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,212 miles
    Test number
    909987292258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Fail53,114 miles (+14,992)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,114 miles
    Test number
    219134692243
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass38,122 miles (+9,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,122 miles
    Test number
    727402091288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail28,807 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,807 miles
    Test number
    271782990250
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass28,807 miles (+11,984)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    28,807 miles
    Test number
    444922990225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass16,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    16,823 miles
    Test number
    944726199236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 FLX

Does LK56 FLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 FLX is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 FLX?
The MOT on LK56 FLX is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 FLX done?
LK56 FLX was recorded at 148,750 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 7,881 miles a year.
Has LK56 FLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 FLX has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 FLX 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 LK56 FLX find?
LK56 FLX passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged slightly discoloured; central front exhaust mounting defective front section; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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