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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

LK56 LZEMOT history

LK56 LZE is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 50,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

LK56 LZE black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
50,550 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 LZE
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
16 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 LZE was last recorded at 50,550 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,228 miles · 29 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
322 miles
Average per year
1,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,550 miles
  • 2024 – 50,228 miles
  • 2023 – 49,601 miles
  • 2022 – 47,598 miles
  • 2021 – 45,146 miles
  • 2020 – 42,840 miles
  • 2019 – 40,796 miles
  • 2018 – 39,329 miles
  • 2017 – 37,616 miles
  • 2016 – 35,934 miles
  • 2015 – 33,011 miles
  • 2014 – 29,996 miles
  • 2013 – 27,305 miles
  • 2012 – 24,582 miles
  • 2011 – 22,672 miles
  • 2010 – 20,651 miles
  • 2009 – 18,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,550 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,550 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    50,550 miles
    Test number
    780995165808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,228 miles (+627)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    50,228 miles
    Test number
    743622950556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass49,601 miles (+2,003)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    49,601 miles
    Test number
    402230403451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass47,598 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    47,598 miles
    Test number
    815618050860
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail47,596 miles (+2,450)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,596 miles
    Test number
    393297691469
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass45,146 miles (+2,306)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    45,146 miles
    Test number
    386545171653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass42,840 miles (+2,044)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    42,840 miles
    Test number
    765896186523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,796 miles
    Test number
    738003118959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail40,796 miles (+1,467)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,796 miles
    Test number
    166854172547
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass39,329 miles (+1,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    39,329 miles
    Test number
    450095797691
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight gearbox leak

  11. Pass37,616 miles (+1,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    37,616 miles
    Test number
    703796380414
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox

  12. Pass35,934 miles (+2,923)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,934 miles
    Test number
    496824896929
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smear

  13. Pass33,011 miles (+3,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,011 miles
    Test number
    189176766962
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass29,996 miles (+2,691)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    29,996 miles
    Test number
    369474354218
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass27,305 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    27,305 miles
    Test number
    339568993427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteMinor oil leak

  16. Fail27,304 miles (+2,722)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,304 miles
    Test number
    695018393242
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteMinor oil leak

  17. Pass24,582 miles (+1,910)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    24,582 miles
    Test number
    276226262205
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on edges and perished

  18. Pass22,672 miles (+2,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    22,672 miles
    Test number
    415973171219
    • 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)

  19. Pass20,651 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    20,651 miles
    Test number
    202142770230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    18,609 miles
    Test number
    330099879484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 LZE

Does LK56 LZE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 LZE is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 LZE?
The MOT on LK56 LZE is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 LZE done?
LK56 LZE was recorded at 50,550 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 1,958 miles a year.
Has LK56 LZE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 LZE has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LK56 LZE 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 LZE find?
LK56 LZE passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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