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Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,148 cc

LM10 CXEMOT history

LM10 CXE is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 23 Apr 2010. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022 and it has passed 7 of 14 MOT tests, with 172,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2023.

LM10 CXE black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2022
Mileage
172,351 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2023
MOT tests
14
7 passed · 7 failed
Per year
14,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 CXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
23 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM10 CXE was last recorded at 172,351 miles on 25 Jan 2023, 17,777 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,574 miles · 16 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
17,777 miles
Average per year
14,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 172,351 miles
  • 2021 – 154,574 miles
  • 2020 – 138,905 miles
  • 2019 – 117,943 miles
  • 2017 – 99,360 miles
  • 2016 – 71,795 miles
  • 2014 – 49,724 miles
  • 2013 – 32,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail172,351 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened near trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated has seepage of grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 27 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail172,351 miles (+17,777)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,351 miles
    Test number
    577936004384
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened near trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated has seepage of grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass154,574 miles (+154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    154,574 miles
    Test number
    309947047005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail154,420 miles (+15,515)2 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,420 miles
    Test number
    727567214243
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing missing all the wheels missing one bolt on each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass138,905 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,905 miles
    Test number
    338382552399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail138,902 miles (+20,959)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,902 miles
    Test number
    167379149500
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass117,943 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    117,943 miles
    Test number
    714622263393
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail117,943 miles (+18,583)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,943 miles
    Test number
    499745562384
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,360 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    99,360 miles
    Test number
    317079694480
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Fail99,360 miles (+27,565)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,360 miles
    Test number
    865021401821
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass71,795 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,795 miles
    Test number
    830500640710
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  11. Fail71,795 miles (+22,071)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,795 miles
    Test number
    388419292071
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  12. Pass49,724 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    49,724 miles
    Test number
    735806014264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteClean diesel
    • NoteNsf inner alloy damaged

  13. Fail49,724 miles (+16,728)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,724 miles
    Test number
    895516914251
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteClean diesel
    • NoteNsf inner alloy damaged

  14. Pass32,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,996 miles
    Test number
    767318303220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM10 CXE

Does LM10 CXE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM10 CXE expired on 15 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM10 CXE?
The MOT on LM10 CXE expired on 15 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM10 CXE done?
LM10 CXE was recorded at 172,351 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2023, an average of 14,673 miles a year.
Has LM10 CXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 CXE has failed 7 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LM10 CXE 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 LM10 CXE find?
LM10 CXE failed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2023 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn chalked; offside front headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 4 more.

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