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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,148 cc

LM02 PSOMOT history

LM02 PSO is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 17 Jun 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 203,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2021.

LM02 PSO blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2022
Mileage
203,346 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,752 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM02 PSO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM02 PSO was last recorded at 203,346 miles on 6 Dec 2021, 5,544 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Aug 2016: 162,639 miles, lower than 271,235 miles on 19 Aug 2016.

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
197,802 miles · 24 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,544 miles
Average per year
9,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 203,346 miles
  • 2020 – 197,802 miles
  • 2019 – 190,600 miles
  • 2018 – 179,396 miles
  • 2017 – 169,186 miles
  • 2016 – 162,639 miles
  • 2015 – 156,569 miles
  • 2014 – 148,849 miles
  • 2013 – 142,608 miles
  • 2012 – 134,491 miles
  • 2011 – 124,271 miles
  • 2009 – 103,826 miles
  • 2008 – 86,256 miles
  • 2007 – 69,796 miles
  • 2006 – 48,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,346 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

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 door mirror insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside door mirror insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Small cut in N/S front tyre side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Warning lights on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,346 miles (+5,544)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    203,346 miles
    Test number
    622997153682
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  2. Pass197,802 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    197,802 miles
    Test number
    517861713698
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail197,801 miles (+7,201)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,801 miles
    Test number
    665436291606
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass190,600 miles (+11,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    190,600 miles
    Test number
    544072526652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass179,396 miles (+10,210)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    179,396 miles
    Test number
    215931940839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass169,186 miles (+6,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    169,186 miles
    Test number
    931616197481
    • AdvisoryAdvise wipers
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges

  7. Pass162,639 miles (-108,596)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    162,639 miles
    Test number
    587622241971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass271,235 miles (+108,960)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    271,235 miles
    Test number
    196299962023
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySmall cut in N/S front tyre side wall
    • AdvisoryWarning lights on dash

  9. Fail162,275 miles (+5,706)1 dangerous1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,275 miles
    Test number
    502931218313
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySmall cut in N/S front tyre side wall
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWarning lights on dash

  10. Pass156,569 miles (+56)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    156,569 miles
    Test number
    939654525273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail156,513 miles (+7,664)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,513 miles
    Test number
    208452625233
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass148,849 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    148,849 miles
    Test number
    768301814217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail148,849 miles (+6,241)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,849 miles
    Test number
    976941814229
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass142,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    142,608 miles
    Test number
    389143033493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail142,608 miles (+8,117)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,608 miles
    Test number
    999483933229
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass134,491 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    134,491 miles
    Test number
    339796232404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise offside front door mirror glass deteriorated

  17. Fail134,491 miles (+10,220)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,491 miles
    Test number
    987176332220
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise offside front door mirror glass deteriorated

  18. Pass124,271 miles (+20,445)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    124,271 miles
    Test number
    346376911253
    • NoteAdvise rear brake pads due for change

  19. Pass103,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    103,826 miles
    Test number
    231111139330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail103,826 miles (+17,570)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,826 miles
    Test number
    770421639322
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  21. Pass86,256 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    86,256 miles
    Test number
    371682458426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail86,224 miles (+16,428)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,224 miles
    Test number
    393219048214
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass69,796 miles (+20,967)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    69,796 miles
    Test number
    600724027091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    48,829 miles
    Test number
    914862736068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM02 PSO

Does LM02 PSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM02 PSO expired on 5 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM02 PSO?
The MOT on LM02 PSO expired on 5 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM02 PSO done?
LM02 PSO was recorded at 203,346 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2021, an average of 9,752 miles a year.
Has LM02 PSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM02 PSO has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LM02 PSO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Aug 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM02 PSO find?
LM02 PSO passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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