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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LM54 ACJMOT history

LM54 ACJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 152,757 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

LM54 ACJ silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
152,757 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 ACJ
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
15 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 ACJ was last recorded at 152,757 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 5,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,411 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,346 miles
Average per year
6,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,757 miles
  • 2025 – 147,411 miles
  • 2024 – 141,657 miles
  • 2023 – 135,228 miles
  • 2022 – 129,552 miles
  • 2021 – 124,453 miles
  • 2020 – 121,420 miles
  • 2019 – 117,615 miles
  • 2018 – 112,639 miles
  • 2016 – 106,751 miles
  • 2015 – 103,078 miles
  • 2014 – 100,327 miles
  • 2013 – 97,179 miles
  • 2012 – 94,304 miles
  • 2011 – 86,039 miles
  • 2010 – 75,619 miles
  • 2009 – 61,510 miles
  • 2008 – 48,061 miles
  • 2007 – 30,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,757 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

31 tests since 12 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,757 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    152,757 miles
    Test number
    342053911596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail152,757 miles (+5,346)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,757 miles
    Test number
    412588578448
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass147,411 miles (+5,754)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    147,411 miles
    Test number
    864086592080
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle surface corrosion

  4. Pass141,657 miles (+6,429)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    141,657 miles
    Test number
    215731145232
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass135,228 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    135,228 miles
    Test number
    979936558647
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail135,228 miles (+5,676)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,228 miles
    Test number
    410017076002
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both side (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass129,552 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,552 miles
    Test number
    505739136485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail129,552 miles (+5,099)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,552 miles
    Test number
    671077093967
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass124,453 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,453 miles
    Test number
    746669533751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail124,453 miles (+3,033)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,453 miles
    Test number
    145061483662
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass121,420 miles (+2)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    121,420 miles
    Test number
    445741217021
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail121,418 miles (+3,803)3 dangerous2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,418 miles
    Test number
    402646805487
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm has a cut & perished and a nail (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm a cut also (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass117,615 miles (+4,976)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    117,615 miles
    Test number
    950409088425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake low

  14. Pass112,639 miles (+5,888)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    112,639 miles
    Test number
    548149772407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass106,751 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    106,751 miles
    Test number
    138947918059
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  16. Fail106,716 miles (+3,638)3 failures3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,716 miles
    Test number
    539942028778
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  17. Pass103,078 miles (+125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    103,078 miles
    Test number
    372365580548
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear has nail in tread 2mm left

  18. Fail102,953 miles (+2,626)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,953 miles
    Test number
    671262678948
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working in door mirror (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear has nail in tread 2mm left

  19. Pass100,327 miles (+3,148)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    100,327 miles
    Test number
    147851624343
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on wear bars

  20. Pass97,179 miles (+2,875)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    97,179 miles
    Test number
    247866143364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre near wear bars

  21. Pass94,304 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    94,304 miles
    Test number
    416909042359
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSome wear offside front tyre outer edge

  22. Fail94,304 miles (+8,265)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,304 miles
    Test number
    469009042370
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSome wear offside front tyre outer edge

  23. Fail86,039 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,039 miles
    Test number
    488866521442
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass86,039 miles (+10,420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,039 miles
    Test number
    546736421332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass75,619 miles (+14,109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    75,619 miles
    Test number
    434044840487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Pass61,510 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    61,510 miles
    Test number
    290768229377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Fail61,510 miles (+13,449)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,510 miles
    Test number
    774788229363
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  28. Pass48,061 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    48,061 miles
    Test number
    172257838313
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear brake flexy hose slightly twisted

  29. Fail48,061 miles (+17,644)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,061 miles
    Test number
    860717938346
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear brake flexy hose slightly twisted

  30. Pass30,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    30,417 miles
    Test number
    311936147313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail33,429 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,429 miles
    Test number
    174256547328
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM54 ACJ

Does LM54 ACJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 ACJ is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 ACJ?
The MOT on LM54 ACJ is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 ACJ done?
LM54 ACJ was recorded at 152,757 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 6,379 miles a year.
Has LM54 ACJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 ACJ has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 ACJ 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 LM54 ACJ find?
LM54 ACJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 3 more.

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