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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LL05 LBJMOT history

LL05 LBJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 5 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 107,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2024.

LL05 LBJ silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2025
Mileage
107,221 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL05 LBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL05 LBJ was last recorded at 107,221 miles on 23 Oct 2024, 4,822 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,399 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
4,822 miles
Average per year
5,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,221 miles
  • 2023 – 102,399 miles
  • 2022 – 97,686 miles
  • 2021 – 95,890 miles
  • 2020 – 94,092 miles
  • 2019 – 91,827 miles
  • 2018 – 84,555 miles
  • 2017 – 76,549 miles
  • 2016 – 71,037 miles
  • 2015 – 63,804 miles
  • 2014 – 56,121 miles
  • 2013 – 40,457 miles
  • 2012 – 34,521 miles
  • 2011 – 31,174 miles
  • 2010 – 25,743 miles
  • 2009 – 20,300 miles
  • 2008 – 15,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,221 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.

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Plastic outer sill covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,221 miles (+4,822)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    107,221 miles
    Test number
    670603517887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,399 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    102,399 miles
    Test number
    574145666156
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail102,399 miles (+4,713)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,399 miles
    Test number
    141097215945
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass97,686 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,686 miles
    Test number
    492943716515
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail97,686 miles (+1,796)1 repaired3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,686 miles
    Test number
    793517061395
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,890 miles (+1,798)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,890 miles
    Test number
    174942319585
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass94,092 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    94,092 miles
    Test number
    716542257298
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail94,089 miles (+2,262)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,089 miles
    Test number
    426088142625
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass91,827 miles (+7,272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    91,827 miles
    Test number
    680701912493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass84,555 miles (+8,006)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,555 miles
    Test number
    741744622030
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective doesn't clear the windscreen effectively. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective doesn't clear the windscreen effectively. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror reflective material darkened affecting view to the rear.

  11. Pass76,549 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,549 miles
    Test number
    205714759060
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes showing signs of age and wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays, engine and suspension arm covers fitted obscuring the testers view

  12. Fail76,549 miles (+5,512)2 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,549 miles
    Test number
    425743121881
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint Outer (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint Outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes showing signs of age and wear
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn smooth on the outer edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on the outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm and has outer sidewall damage (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.75mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to the outer sidewall of the N/S/R tyre. Small hole in the outer tread
    • AdvisoryUnder trays, engine and suspension arm covers fitted obscuring the testers view

  13. Pass71,037 miles (+30)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,037 miles
    Test number
    858427598693
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes showing signs of age
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight lift in the rear shock absorbers
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Fail71,007 miles (+7,203)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,007 miles
    Test number
    582712678136
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Incorrect pattern (1.8.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes showing signs of age
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc lipped & worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn & corroded
    • AdvisorySlight lift in the rear shock absorbers
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass63,804 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,804 miles
    Test number
    320288598272
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc lipped and worn.
    • AdvisoryFront disc pads worn.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R brake disc outer face scored.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Fail63,804 miles (+7,683)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,804 miles
    Test number
    675498247448
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc lipped and worn.
    • AdvisoryFront disc pads worn.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R brake disc outer face scored.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass56,121 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,121 miles
    Test number
    396800244479
    • NoteFront brake disc lipped & disc pads worn

  18. Fail56,121 miles (+15,664)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,121 miles
    Test number
    879010344268
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake disc lipped & disc pads worn

  19. Pass40,457 miles (+5,936)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,457 miles
    Test number
    649701843266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine light on dash

  20. Pass34,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,521 miles
    Test number
    117940272151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,521 miles (+3,347)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,521 miles
    Test number
    397680072156
    • FailureNearside Front 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)

  22. Pass31,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    31,174 miles
    Test number
    368285371171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,174 miles (+5,431)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,174 miles
    Test number
    299374871428
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  24. Pass25,743 miles (+5,443)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    25,743 miles
    Test number
    222844870454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,300 miles (+4,654)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,300 miles
    Test number
    431416379187
    • NoteNearside rear tyre rim protector is partially torn

  26. Pass15,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    15,646 miles
    Test number
    413962488146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail15,646 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,646 miles
    Test number
    404962888184
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise that rear tyre getting close to spec

Questions about LL05 LBJ

Does LL05 LBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL05 LBJ expired on 22 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL05 LBJ?
The MOT on LL05 LBJ expired on 22 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL05 LBJ done?
LL05 LBJ was recorded at 107,221 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2024, an average of 5,613 miles a year.
Has LL05 LBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL05 LBJ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LL05 LBJ 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 LL05 LBJ find?
LL05 LBJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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