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Mercedes-Benz C

White · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LM05 NBEMOT history

LM05 NBE is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

LM05 NBE white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
87,898 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 NBE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 NBE was last recorded at 87,898 miles on 8 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,898 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,898 miles
  • 2025 – 83,866 miles
  • 2024 – 80,053 miles
  • 2023 – 76,733 miles
  • 2022 – 73,540 miles
  • 2021 – 70,824 miles
  • 2020 – 67,485 miles
  • 2019 – 64,571 miles
  • 2018 – 61,914 miles
  • 2017 – 47,426 miles
  • 2015 – 45,212 miles
  • 2014 – 40,225 miles
  • 2013 – 37,066 miles
  • 2012 – 33,107 miles
  • 2011 – 29,098 miles
  • 2010 – 25,481 miles
  • 2009 – 21,779 miles
  • 2008 – 17,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,898 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Chip to windscreen

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Body to flex hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,898 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    87,898 miles
    Test number
    534887854240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail87,898 miles (+4,032)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,898 miles
    Test number
    505582637896
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass83,866 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    83,866 miles
    Test number
    153065844017
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail83,866 miles (+3,813)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,866 miles
    Test number
    931801377485
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass80,053 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    80,053 miles
    Test number
    541761632252
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective central hanger (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge & damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen

  6. Fail80,053 miles (+3,320)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,053 miles
    Test number
    734337110016
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective central hanger (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge & damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen

  7. Pass76,733 miles (+69)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,733 miles
    Test number
    982921396764
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Body to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail76,664 miles (+3,124)7 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,664 miles
    Test number
    814632453640
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 19% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInstrument cluster gauges is not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin And outer. (On limit) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Body to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass73,540 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,540 miles
    Test number
    240752882354
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail73,540 miles (+2,716)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,540 miles
    Test number
    753198010077
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass70,824 miles (+3,339)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    70,824 miles
    Test number
    419915772955
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Near Smooth On Edges & Perished in Tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Edges & Perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Near Smooth Inner Edge & Perished in Tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil Residue Engine/Gearbox Areas

  12. Pass67,485 miles (+2,914)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2021
    Odometer
    67,485 miles
    Test number
    603022196272
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass64,571 miles (+2,657)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2020
    Odometer
    64,571 miles
    Test number
    627977041647
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front/angled arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip to windscreen

  14. Pass61,914 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    61,914 miles
    Test number
    362086820492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail61,888 miles (+14,462)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,888 miles
    Test number
    643286228265
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass47,426 miles (+2,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    47,426 miles
    Test number
    575102739603
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has inner side wall damage
    • AdvisoryOil residue auto box area's

  17. Pass45,212 miles (+4,987)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    45,212 miles
    Test number
    757745696019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,225 miles (+3,159)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    40,225 miles
    Test number
    669994344385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,066 miles (+3,959)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,066 miles
    Test number
    599216533357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,107 miles (+4,009)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,107 miles
    Test number
    199545662230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,098 miles (+3,617)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    29,098 miles
    Test number
    479220791115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,481 miles (+3,702)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    25,481 miles
    Test number
    241247290470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,779 miles (+4,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    21,779 miles
    Test number
    440022349178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass17,007 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,007 miles
    Test number
    681938848100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail17,007 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,007 miles
    Test number
    273788848102
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM05 NBE

Does LM05 NBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM05 NBE is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM05 NBE?
The MOT on LM05 NBE is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM05 NBE done?
LM05 NBE was recorded at 87,898 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 3,950 miles a year.
Has LM05 NBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 NBE has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LM05 NBE 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 LM05 NBE find?
LM05 NBE passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 5 more.

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