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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LM04 YFJMOT history

LM04 YFJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 173,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2023.

LM04 YFJ silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2022
Mileage
173,953 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,574 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 YFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM04 YFJ was last recorded at 173,953 miles on 7 Jan 2023, 8,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,940 miles · 2 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
8,013 miles
Average per year
7,574 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 173,953 miles
  • 2021 – 165,940 miles
  • 2020 – 160,266 miles
  • 2019 – 154,654 miles
  • 2018 – 145,440 miles
  • 2017 – 136,140 miles
  • 2015 – 130,507 miles
  • 2014 – 119,294 miles
  • 2013 – 108,954 miles
  • 2012 – 102,502 miles
  • 2011 – 99,144 miles
  • 2010 – 95,149 miles
  • 2009 – 89,584 miles
  • 2008 – 85,394 miles
  • 2007 – 56,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail173,953 miles
  • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury head lamp sharp glass (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak

What MOT failures 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail173,953 miles (+8,013)5 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,953 miles
    Test number
    511851423497
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury head lamp sharp glass (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Pass165,940 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    165,940 miles
    Test number
    227655665189
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail165,940 miles (+5,674)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,940 miles
    Test number
    303743472061
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass160,266 miles (+5,612)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    160,266 miles
    Test number
    432854537232
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,654 miles (+9,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    154,654 miles
    Test number
    919046099346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass145,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    145,440 miles
    Test number
    479037870746
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  7. Fail145,440 miles (+9,300)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,440 miles
    Test number
    179062619827
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  8. Pass136,140 miles (+5,633)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    136,140 miles
    Test number
    278084296358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,507 miles (+11,213)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    130,507 miles
    Test number
    576467299258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail119,294 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,294 miles
    Test number
    309694044452
    • 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)

  11. Pass119,294 miles (+10,340)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    119,294 miles
    Test number
    997824444230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,954 miles (+6,452)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    108,954 miles
    Test number
    227042443253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,502 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    102,502 miles
    Test number
    658756712274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail102,499 miles (+3,355)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,499 miles
    Test number
    468865312203
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass99,144 miles (+3,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    99,144 miles
    Test number
    999557601232
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass95,149 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    95,149 miles
    Test number
    391553680150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail95,135 miles (+5,551)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,135 miles
    Test number
    264152680417
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass89,584 miles (+4,190)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    89,584 miles
    Test number
    211094989445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    85,394 miles
    Test number
    750252888142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,394 miles (+29,331)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,394 miles
    Test number
    522780088163
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass56,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    56,063 miles
    Test number
    250926067410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,063 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,063 miles
    Test number
    283196967436
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LM04 YFJ

Does LM04 YFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM04 YFJ expired on 3 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM04 YFJ?
The MOT on LM04 YFJ expired on 3 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM04 YFJ done?
LM04 YFJ was recorded at 173,953 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2023, an average of 7,574 miles a year.
Has LM04 YFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 YFJ has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LM04 YFJ 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 LM04 YFJ find?
LM04 YFJ failed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2023 with 5 dangerous defects, 10 major defects and 3 advisories: front brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% axle 1; nearside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached, and 15 more.

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