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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LM54 DXVMOT history

LM54 DXV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Jun 2023 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 193,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2024.

LM54 DXV silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jun 2023
Mileage
193,253 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2024
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DXV
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
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
30 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM54 DXV was last recorded at 193,253 miles on 30 May 2024, 3,833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,420 miles · 22 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
3,833 miles
Average per year
8,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 193,253 miles
  • 2022 – 189,420 miles
  • 2021 – 177,718 miles
  • 2020 – 175,736 miles
  • 2019 – 165,567 miles
  • 2018 – 153,405 miles
  • 2017 – 137,524 miles
  • 2016 – 117,308 miles
  • 2015 – 102,776 miles
  • 2014 – 96,621 miles
  • 2013 – 89,542 miles
  • 2012 – 81,054 miles
  • 2011 – 71,718 miles
  • 2010 – 68,567 miles
  • 2009 – 62,347 miles
  • 2008 – 51,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail193,253 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency limit only just met

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail193,253 miles (+3,833)2 dangerous13 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,253 miles
    Test number
    317003885317
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass189,420 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    189,420 miles
    Test number
    662589039633
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency limit only just met

  3. Fail189,420 miles (+11,702)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,420 miles
    Test number
    666315561896
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency limit only just met

  4. Pass177,718 miles (+1,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    177,718 miles
    Test number
    183332560634
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency limit only just met

  5. Pass175,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    175,736 miles
    Test number
    369850900624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail175,736 miles (+10,169)2 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,736 miles
    Test number
    718629870707
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass165,567 miles (+12,162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    165,567 miles
    Test number
    974897376330
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency limit only just met

  8. Pass153,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    153,405 miles
    Test number
    996487553714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail153,396 miles (+15,872)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,396 miles
    Test number
    819097327385
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass137,524 miles (+20,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,524 miles
    Test number
    465522930482
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass117,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    117,308 miles
    Test number
    220887520507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail117,299 miles (+14,523)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,299 miles
    Test number
    156786729034
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass102,776 miles (+6,155)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    102,776 miles
    Test number
    187747925071
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass96,621 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    96,621 miles
    Test number
    837254524039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail96,621 miles (+7,079)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,621 miles
    Test number
    929874224090
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass89,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    89,542 miles
    Test number
    785414623075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,542 miles (+8,488)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,542 miles
    Test number
    217424123024
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass81,054 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    81,054 miles
    Test number
    606648822075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail81,052 miles (+9,334)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,052 miles
    Test number
    326087022031
    • DangerousNearside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass71,718 miles (+3,151)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    71,718 miles
    Test number
    986706421003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass68,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,567 miles
    Test number
    163786600148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,567 miles (+6,220)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,567 miles
    Test number
    344096900184
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass62,347 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,347 miles
    Test number
    283072019488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail62,345 miles (+10,411)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,345 miles
    Test number
    214541019441
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on 1.6mm

  25. Pass51,934 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    51,934 miles
    Test number
    444354518000
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail51,934 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,934 miles
    Test number
    553314018073
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LM54 DXV

Does LM54 DXV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 DXV expired on 21 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DXV?
The MOT on LM54 DXV expired on 21 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 DXV done?
LM54 DXV was recorded at 193,253 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2024, an average of 8,630 miles a year.
Has LM54 DXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DXV has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LM54 DXV 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 DXV find?
LM54 DXV failed its latest MOT on 30 May 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 13 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 15 more.

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