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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LM54 GWCMOT history

LM54 GWC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 22 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2020 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 146,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2022.

LM54 GWC black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2020
Mileage
146,675 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 GWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2020
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM54 GWC was last recorded at 146,675 miles on 2 Mar 2022, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,665 miles · 8 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
8,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,675 miles
  • 2019 – 139,299 miles
  • 2018 – 132,554 miles
  • 2017 – 117,116 miles
  • 2016 – 109,576 miles
  • 2015 – 97,769 miles
  • 2014 – 86,456 miles
  • 2013 – 75,551 miles
  • 2012 – 64,528 miles
  • 2011 – 54,062 miles
  • 2010 – 47,355 miles
  • 2009 – 40,908 miles
  • 2008 – 34,810 miles
  • 2007 – 26,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,675 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside rears slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail146,675 miles (+10)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,675 miles
    Test number
    971405711539
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside rears slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail146,665 miles (+7,366)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,665 miles
    Test number
    639679184315
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass139,299 miles (+6,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,299 miles
    Test number
    691902497218
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass132,554 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    132,554 miles
    Test number
    816902011053
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail132,554 miles (+15,438)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,554 miles
    Test number
    349652746358
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass117,116 miles (+7,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    117,116 miles
    Test number
    977514606209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass109,576 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,576 miles
    Test number
    543370830043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Fail109,576 miles (+11,807)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,576 miles
    Test number
    162492861692
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass97,769 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    97,769 miles
    Test number
    912029603895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail97,766 miles (+11,310)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,766 miles
    Test number
    547634683840
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass86,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,456 miles
    Test number
    419088714325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail86,456 miles (+10,905)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,456 miles
    Test number
    856568414333
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass75,551 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,551 miles
    Test number
    429806823408
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE WEARING ON EDGES, CENTRE EXHAUST BRACKET BROCKEN

  14. Fail75,551 miles (+11,023)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,551 miles
    Test number
    777426523373
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE WEARING ON EDGES, CENTRE EXHAUST BRACKET BROCKEN

  15. Pass64,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,528 miles
    Test number
    599402732328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,527 miles (+10,465)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,527 miles
    Test number
    689372232350
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass54,062 miles (+6,707)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,062 miles
    Test number
    226077721301
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly worn

  18. Pass47,355 miles (+6,447)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,355 miles
    Test number
    104153530327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,908 miles (+6,098)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,908 miles
    Test number
    712434929346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,810 miles (+8,622)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    34,810 miles
    Test number
    480491058344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,188 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,188 miles
    Test number
    500885357359
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail26,188 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,188 miles
    Test number
    730095657334
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LM54 GWC

Does LM54 GWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 GWC expired on 21 Dec 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 GWC?
The MOT on LM54 GWC expired on 21 Dec 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 GWC done?
LM54 GWC was recorded at 146,675 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2022, an average of 8,488 miles a year.
Has LM54 GWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 GWC has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LM54 GWC 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 GWC find?
LM54 GWC failed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2022 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside rear service brake excessively binding; offside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 3 more.

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