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Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,148 cc

LL04 DZEMOT history

LL04 DZE is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 4 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 27 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 170,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2021.

LL04 DZE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Dec 2022
Mileage
170,415 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 DZE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 DZE was last recorded at 170,415 miles on 23 Dec 2021, 31,094 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,321 miles · 28 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
31,094 miles
Average per year
7,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 170,415 miles
  • 2020 – 139,321 miles
  • 2019 – 124,750 miles
  • 2018 – 124,475 miles
  • 2017 – 122,846 miles
  • 2016 – 119,066 miles
  • 2015 – 113,290 miles
  • 2014 – 107,323 miles
  • 2013 – 99,618 miles
  • 2012 – 94,921 miles
  • 2010 – 87,373 miles
  • 2009 – 81,767 miles
  • 2008 – 76,933 miles
  • 2007 – 55,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,415 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Lower covered by under seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,415 miles (+31,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    170,415 miles
    Test number
    760003028998
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass139,321 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    139,321 miles
    Test number
    135723141524
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower covered by under seal

  3. Fail139,319 miles (+14,569)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,319 miles
    Test number
    266408394262
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower covered by under seal

  4. Pass124,750 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    124,750 miles
    Test number
    434272920153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under shields fitted not allowing full inspection

  5. Fail124,750 miles (+275)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,750 miles
    Test number
    100618788186
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under shields fitted not allowing full inspection

  6. Pass124,475 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    124,475 miles
    Test number
    236592207859
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Fail124,475 miles (+1,629)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,475 miles
    Test number
    811392587246
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass122,846 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    122,846 miles
    Test number
    744792447774
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  9. Fail122,846 miles (+3,780)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,846 miles
    Test number
    988994250808
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  10. Pass119,066 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    119,066 miles
    Test number
    102785265493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail119,066 miles (+5,776)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,066 miles
    Test number
    457951418426
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass113,290 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    113,290 miles
    Test number
    758480025131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail113,290 miles (+5,967)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,290 miles
    Test number
    325740025172
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass107,323 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,323 miles
    Test number
    565806914110
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes perished

  15. Fail107,318 miles (+7,700)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,318 miles
    Test number
    557636014195
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes perished

  16. Pass99,618 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,618 miles
    Test number
    348888003138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail99,617 miles (+4,696)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,617 miles
    Test number
    655247803143
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass94,921 miles (+7,548)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    94,921 miles
    Test number
    155505822030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,373 miles (+5,606)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    87,373 miles
    Test number
    294000020357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass81,767 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    81,767 miles
    Test number
    542300729389
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail81,766 miles (+4,833)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,766 miles
    Test number
    542680629361
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass76,933 miles (+5,845)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    76,933 miles
    Test number
    452785318319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,088 miles (+15,314)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    71,088 miles
    Test number
    404522978104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,774 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    55,774 miles
    Test number
    870743377107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,335 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,335 miles
    Test number
    593402667138
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LL04 DZE

Does LL04 DZE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL04 DZE expired on 27 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL04 DZE?
The MOT on LL04 DZE expired on 27 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL04 DZE done?
LL04 DZE was recorded at 170,415 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2021, an average of 7,917 miles a year.
Has LL04 DZE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 DZE has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LL04 DZE 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 LL04 DZE find?
LL04 DZE passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2021 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all.

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