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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,685 cc

LM54 DFNMOT history

LM54 DFN is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 21 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 143,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2022.

LM54 DFN black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Jun 2023
Mileage
143,264 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 DFN was last recorded at 143,264 miles on 1 Jun 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,259 miles · 30 May 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,264 miles
  • 2021 – 137,819 miles
  • 2020 – 133,364 miles
  • 2019 – 129,060 miles
  • 2018 – 120,768 miles
  • 2017 – 114,512 miles
  • 2016 – 107,686 miles
  • 2015 – 99,376 miles
  • 2014 – 91,786 miles
  • 2013 – 84,164 miles
  • 2012 – 76,481 miles
  • 2011 – 69,021 miles
  • 2010 – 61,638 miles
  • 2009 – 47,780 miles
  • 2008 – 43,425 miles
  • 2007 – 34,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,264 miles
  • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,264 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    143,264 miles
    Test number
    138947291219
    • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail143,259 miles (+5,440)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,259 miles
    Test number
    812739272588
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass137,819 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    137,819 miles
    Test number
    489516657935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  4. Fail137,811 miles (+4,447)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,811 miles
    Test number
    717656415248
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  5. Pass133,364 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    133,364 miles
    Test number
    888248765037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  6. Fail133,360 miles (+4,300)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,360 miles
    Test number
    130063578814
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump drive belt very poor condition

  7. Pass129,060 miles (+8,292)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,060 miles
    Test number
    498799436348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,768 miles (+6,256)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,768 miles
    Test number
    505407481154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass114,512 miles (+6,826)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    114,512 miles
    Test number
    693215798633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass107,686 miles (+8,310)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    107,686 miles
    Test number
    612412539667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,376 miles (+7,590)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    99,376 miles
    Test number
    245674765479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,786 miles (+7,622)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,786 miles
    Test number
    287767564420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,164 miles (+7,683)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    84,164 miles
    Test number
    285168333151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust centre clamp cracked
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded and lipped

  14. Pass76,481 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,481 miles
    Test number
    989699452180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail76,474 miles (+7,453)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,474 miles
    Test number
    365638152175
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass69,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    69,021 miles
    Test number
    676135761134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,021 miles (+7,383)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,021 miles
    Test number
    878215961135
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass61,638 miles (+13,858)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,638 miles
    Test number
    284496160419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,780 miles (+4,355)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,780 miles
    Test number
    380807569107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,425 miles (+9,415)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    43,425 miles
    Test number
    260700648333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCut in near side rear tyre sidewall cords not showing

  21. Pass34,010 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    34,010 miles
    Test number
    811634647336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LM54 DFN

Does LM54 DFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 DFN expired on 11 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DFN?
The MOT on LM54 DFN expired on 11 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 DFN done?
LM54 DFN was recorded at 143,264 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2022, an average of 7,548 miles a year.
Has LM54 DFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DFN has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LM54 DFN 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 DFN find?
LM54 DFN passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: brake lever not releasing correctly; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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