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Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

LM54 DYAMOT history

LM54 DYA is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 21 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 126,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

LM54 DYA blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
126,827 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DYA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 DYA was last recorded at 126,827 miles on 19 May 2026, 200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,627 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
200 miles
Average per year
4,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,827 miles
  • 2025 – 126,627 miles
  • 2024 – 125,325 miles
  • 2022 – 124,498 miles
  • 2021 – 123,999 miles
  • 2020 – 123,762 miles
  • 2019 – 123,034 miles
  • 2018 – 120,132 miles
  • 2017 – 116,428 miles
  • 2016 – 114,864 miles
  • 2015 – 111,399 miles
  • 2014 – 103,524 miles
  • 2013 – 99,121 miles
  • 2012 – 91,952 miles
  • 2011 – 80,097 miles
  • 2010 – 70,428 miles
  • 2009 – 60,069 miles
  • 2008 – 50,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,827 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion under all of the vehicle

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,827 miles (+200)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    126,827 miles
    Test number
    299301530974
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion under all of the vehicle

  2. Pass126,627 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    126,627 miles
    Test number
    955799646811
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail126,625 miles (+1,300)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,625 miles
    Test number
    704870890159
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass125,325 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    125,325 miles
    Test number
    405869418096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail125,323 miles (+825)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,323 miles
    Test number
    963175024807
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass124,498 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,498 miles
    Test number
    670676360500
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

  7. Fail124,496 miles (+497)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,496 miles
    Test number
    383493165424
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

  8. Pass123,999 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    123,999 miles
    Test number
    220487367643
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail123,996 miles (+234)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,996 miles
    Test number
    375209709125
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass123,762 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    123,762 miles
    Test number
    346735824510
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  11. Fail123,760 miles (+726)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,760 miles
    Test number
    534947805335
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass123,034 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,034 miles
    Test number
    636073613650
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  13. Fail123,034 miles (+2,902)1 major2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,034 miles
    Test number
    495104488348
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass120,132 miles (+3,704)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    120,132 miles
    Test number
    715008723227
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass116,428 miles (+1,564)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    116,428 miles
    Test number
    265329778652
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Pass114,864 miles (+3,465)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,864 miles
    Test number
    958355384398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass111,399 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    111,399 miles
    Test number
    145230015225
    • NoteHANDBRAKE WARNING LIGHT HAS INTERMITTANT FAULT.

  18. Fail111,397 miles (+7,873)2 dangerous3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,397 miles
    Test number
    655698005224
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteHANDBRAKE WARNING LIGHT HAS INTERMITTANT FAULT.
    • NoteREAR ROAD SPRINGS ALSO VERY RUSTY BUT NOT YET SNAPPED.
    • NoteSOME METAL BRAKE PIPES GETTING QUITE RUSTY, RECOMMEND CLEAN AND TREAT MBP TO REAR FLEXIS ETC

  19. Pass103,524 miles (+4,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    103,524 miles
    Test number
    706371524171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass99,121 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    99,121 miles
    Test number
    587908023190
    • NoteFront brake pads and discs wearing thin.

  21. Fail99,121 miles (+7,169)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,121 miles
    Test number
    347758323154
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake pads and discs wearing thin.

  22. Pass91,952 miles (+11,855)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    91,952 miles
    Test number
    218571132437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail80,097 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,097 miles
    Test number
    235424221447
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch missing.

  24. Pass80,097 miles (+9,669)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,097 miles
    Test number
    859304721166
    • NoteBonnet safety catch missing.

  25. Pass70,428 miles (+10,359)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    70,428 miles
    Test number
    134010490011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,069 miles (+9,796)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,069 miles
    Test number
    950902589014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,273 miles (+1,568)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,273 miles
    Test number
    571251608159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,705 miles
    Test number
    101361628004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail48,705 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,705 miles
    Test number
    410801928005
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about LM54 DYA

Does LM54 DYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 DYA is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DYA?
The MOT on LM54 DYA is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 DYA done?
LM54 DYA was recorded at 126,827 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 4,263 miles a year.
Has LM54 DYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DYA has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 DYA 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 DYA find?
LM54 DYA passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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