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Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

LL51 XLSMOT history

LL51 XLS is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 16 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 136,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2025.

LL51 XLS blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Jun 2026
Mileage
136,351 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 XLS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 XLS was last recorded at 136,351 miles on 17 Jun 2025, 7,893 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Mar 2010: 52,531 miles, lower than 75,497 miles on 16 Apr 2009.

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
128,458 miles · 29 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7,893 miles
Average per year
5,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,351 miles
  • 2024 – 128,458 miles
  • 2023 – 121,571 miles
  • 2022 – 115,174 miles
  • 2020 – 104,403 miles
  • 2018 – 91,435 miles
  • 2017 – 88,365 miles
  • 2016 – 84,061 miles
  • 2015 – 79,336 miles
  • 2014 – 74,777 miles
  • 2013 – 69,686 miles
  • 2012 – 65,784 miles
  • 2011 – 57,646 miles
  • 2010 – 52,531 miles
  • 2009 – 75,497 miles
  • 2008 – 42,017 miles
  • 2007 – 38,179 miles
  • 2006 – 34,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,351 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,351 miles (+7,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    136,351 miles
    Test number
    998102442511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass128,458 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    128,458 miles
    Test number
    443246966831
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all rears arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail128,458 miles (+6,887)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,458 miles
    Test number
    285040994414
    • MajorFront Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Direction indicator not working door side (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened all rears arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass121,571 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    121,571 miles
    Test number
    894475380042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail121,570 miles (+145)10 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,570 miles
    Test number
    330494982565
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail121,425 miles (+6,251)11 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,425 miles
    Test number
    285904547105
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Cap present but does not fit properly (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D Bush, movement under load (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlight misty (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D Bush, movement under load (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215-50-17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlight misty (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose Both sides (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear light displayed on dash. Suspect fault with N.S.F wire
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall cut but not cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake low compared to the other side
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall starting to split in places under load. no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  7. Pass115,174 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    115,174 miles
    Test number
    884291110903
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail115,174 miles (+10,771)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,174 miles
    Test number
    534833620626
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass104,403 miles (+12,968)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    104,403 miles
    Test number
    855452033751
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  10. Pass91,435 miles (+3,070)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    91,435 miles
    Test number
    866964801941
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass88,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    88,365 miles
    Test number
    633277072566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,365 miles (+4,304)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,365 miles
    Test number
    663881641139
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass84,061 miles (+4,725)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    84,061 miles
    Test number
    731578172104
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system bracket broken, but system secure.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f cross strut arm bush starting to perish.

  14. Pass79,336 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    79,336 miles
    Test number
    370051638551
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket broken, system secure.

  15. Fail79,336 miles (+4,559)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,336 miles
    Test number
    306197750802
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket broken, system secure.

  16. Pass74,777 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    74,777 miles
    Test number
    377395534330
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust bracket broken,system secure.

  17. Fail74,777 miles (+5,091)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,777 miles
    Test number
    159095534344
    • FailureNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust bracket broken,system secure.

  18. Pass69,686 miles (+3,902)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,686 miles
    Test number
    967037443340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,784 miles (+8,138)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,784 miles
    Test number
    858865652382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,646 miles
    Test number
    118871181066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,646 miles (+5,115)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,646 miles
    Test number
    446831581060
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  22. Pass52,531 miles (-22,966)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,531 miles
    Test number
    523949580036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,497 miles (+33,480)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    75,497 miles
    Test number
    344736009110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,017 miles (+3,838)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    42,017 miles
    Test number
    513138788019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,179 miles (+3,983)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    38,179 miles
    Test number
    703778487041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,196 miles
    Test number
    393156166055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 XLS

Does LL51 XLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 XLS expired on 16 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 XLS?
The MOT on LL51 XLS expired on 16 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 XLS done?
LL51 XLS was recorded at 136,351 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2025, an average of 5,299 miles a year.
Has LL51 XLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 XLS has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LL51 XLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL51 XLS find?
LL51 XLS passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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