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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,685 cc

LM54 DVWMOT history

LM54 DVW is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 78,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2023.

LM54 DVW blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2024
Mileage
78,776 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 DVW was last recorded at 78,776 miles on 28 Nov 2023, 1,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,754 miles · 21 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1,022 miles
Average per year
3,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 78,776 miles
  • 2022 – 77,754 miles
  • 2020 – 73,080 miles
  • 2019 – 71,112 miles
  • 2018 – 64,189 miles
  • 2017 – 57,272 miles
  • 2016 – 51,650 miles
  • 2015 – 44,372 miles
  • 2014 – 41,799 miles
  • 2013 – 38,215 miles
  • 2012 – 33,506 miles
  • 2011 – 30,138 miles
  • 2010 – 26,561 miles
  • 2009 – 23,489 miles
  • 2008 – 21,032 miles
  • 2007 – 16,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,776 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Both front inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass78,776 miles (+1,022)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    78,776 miles
    Test number
    608216710957
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Both front inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass77,754 miles (+75)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    77,754 miles
    Test number
    431601258170
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides

  3. Fail77,679 miles (+4,599)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,679 miles
    Test number
    609658918046
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass73,080 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    73,080 miles
    Test number
    139643089106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ball joint facing down (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail73,080 miles (+1,968)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,080 miles
    Test number
    447962739195
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ball joint facing down (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass71,112 miles (+6,923)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,112 miles
    Test number
    220979143821
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass64,189 miles (+6,917)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    64,189 miles
    Test number
    863515459611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass57,272 miles (+5,622)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    57,272 miles
    Test number
    904608816297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,650 miles (+7,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,650 miles
    Test number
    337386149628
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre's Wearing From Edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track Rod Has Slight Play

  10. Pass44,372 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    44,372 miles
    Test number
    868686536419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,799 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    41,799 miles
    Test number
    576114544395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail41,795 miles (+3,580)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,795 miles
    Test number
    348313944379
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail38,215 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,215 miles
    Test number
    199087643373
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass38,215 miles (+4,709)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,215 miles
    Test number
    567937343306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,506 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,506 miles
    Test number
    815406652337
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail33,506 miles (+3,368)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,506 miles
    Test number
    317993352374
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass30,138 miles (+3,577)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    30,138 miles
    Test number
    136552841391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,561 miles (+3,072)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,561 miles
    Test number
    374456130344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,489 miles (+2,457)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    23,489 miles
    Test number
    871095849379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    21,032 miles
    Test number
    743746048386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail21,032 miles (+4,441)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,032 miles
    Test number
    971896548300
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass16,591 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,591 miles
    Test number
    820335157213
    • NoteDamage o/s/r
    • NoteN/s/f tyre side wall cut & screw in tread
    • NoteN/s/r tyre badly cut & tread worn
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slightly worn
    • NotePlay n/s/f wheel bearing
    • NoteWasher fluid level low

Questions about LM54 DVW

Does LM54 DVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 DVW expired on 27 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DVW?
The MOT on LM54 DVW expired on 27 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 DVW done?
LM54 DVW was recorded at 78,776 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2023, an average of 3,836 miles a year.
Has LM54 DVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DVW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LM54 DVW 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 DVW find?
LM54 DVW passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2023 with 4 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; steering linkage ball joint has slight play both front inner, and 1 more.

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