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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

LK56 FMOMOT history

LK56 FMO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 89,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2025.

LK56 FMO silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2026
Mileage
89,426 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 FMO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 FMO was last recorded at 89,426 miles on 22 Sept 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Apr 2014: 68,824 miles, lower than 99,682 miles on 16 Apr 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,424 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,426 miles
  • 2024 – 88,970 miles
  • 2023 – 88,383 miles
  • 2022 – 86,115 miles
  • 2021 – 85,023 miles
  • 2020 – 84,326 miles
  • 2019 – 80,446 miles
  • 2018 – 79,085 miles
  • 2017 – 78,167 miles
  • 2016 – 76,739 miles
  • 2015 – 74,712 miles
  • 2014 – 69,467 miles
  • 2013 – 99,682 miles
  • 2012 – 88,875 miles
  • 2011 – 47,298 miles
  • 2009 – 40,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,426 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear upper arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,426 miles (+2)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    89,426 miles
    Test number
    369262966841
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear upper arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail89,424 miles (+454)1 dangerous2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,424 miles
    Test number
    388007478690
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower suspension arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear upper arms both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass88,970 miles (+587)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,970 miles
    Test number
    524999086493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass88,383 miles (+50)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,383 miles
    Test number
    144895387625
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g.box oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes at flexi joints (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNs parking brake efficiency low

  5. Fail88,333 miles (+2,218)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,333 miles
    Test number
    210809627218
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle ns summer os winter (5.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front arm bush. chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g.box oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes at flexi joints (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNs parking brake efficiency low

  6. Pass86,115 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    86,115 miles
    Test number
    259492231236
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure

  7. Fail86,105 miles (+1,082)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,105 miles
    Test number
    723375573338
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure

  8. Pass85,023 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,023 miles
    Test number
    972767491259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,011 miles (+685)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,011 miles
    Test number
    322082779820
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,326 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,326 miles
    Test number
    815256140264
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front FOG LIGHT INOP

  11. Fail84,325 miles (+3,879)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,325 miles
    Test number
    341183644275
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed OUTER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front FOG LIGHT INOP

  12. Pass80,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,446 miles
    Test number
    770602703495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,446 miles (+1,361)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,446 miles
    Test number
    771265089319
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass79,085 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    79,085 miles
    Test number
    641220083116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,020 miles (+853)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,020 miles
    Test number
    153853658354
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral UNDER COVERS FITTED OBSCURING SOME ITEMS
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front WHEEL ARCH LINER DAMAGED

  16. Pass78,167 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,167 miles
    Test number
    540218450067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,739 miles (+2,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,739 miles
    Test number
    229027072834
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass74,712 miles (+5,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,712 miles
    Test number
    699050585175
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass69,467 miles (+643)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    69,467 miles
    Test number
    636343484151
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass68,824 miles (-30,858)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    68,824 miles
    Test number
    249756804173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass99,682 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,682 miles
    Test number
    149866503187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail99,366 miles (+10,491)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,366 miles
    Test number
    735490003195
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Pass88,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,875 miles
    Test number
    425959002147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail88,875 miles (+41,577)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,875 miles
    Test number
    158807602159
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass47,298 miles (+6,750)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,298 miles
    Test number
    987260391047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,548 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,548 miles
    Test number
    862404819394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LK56 FMO

Does LK56 FMO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK56 FMO expired on 21 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK56 FMO?
The MOT on LK56 FMO expired on 21 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK56 FMO done?
LK56 FMO was recorded at 89,426 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2025, an average of 3,081 miles a year.
Has LK56 FMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 FMO has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LK56 FMO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Apr 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LK56 FMO find?
LK56 FMO passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; exhaust mounting defective; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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