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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LM54 JKEMOT history

LM54 JKE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

LM54 JKE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
97,008 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 JKE
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
24 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 JKE was last recorded at 97,008 miles on 8 May 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,003 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,008 miles
  • 2025 – 87,722 miles
  • 2024 – 79,815 miles
  • 2023 – 79,699 miles
  • 2017 – 67,432 miles
  • 2016 – 66,495 miles
  • 2015 – 63,238 miles
  • 2014 – 59,147 miles
  • 2013 – 55,635 miles
  • 2012 – 50,815 miles
  • 2011 – 47,626 miles
  • 2010 – 41,202 miles
  • 2009 – 36,935 miles
  • 2008 – 28,288 miles
  • 2007 – 18,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,008 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms becoming corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,008 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,008 miles
    Test number
    686657836098
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail97,003 miles (+9,281)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,003 miles
    Test number
    461946390796
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass87,722 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    87,722 miles
    Test number
    729954243449
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail87,722 miles (+7,907)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,722 miles
    Test number
    376044751870
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass79,815 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    79,815 miles
    Test number
    452220914313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,699 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,699 miles
    Test number
    947304978171
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms becoming corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass79,699 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,699 miles
    Test number
    454926268404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail79,695 miles (+12,263)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,695 miles
    Test number
    499597416198
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms becoming corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger broken

  9. Pass67,432 miles (+937)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,432 miles
    Test number
    489451603088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,495 miles (+124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    66,495 miles
    Test number
    521174614052
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  11. Fail66,371 miles (+3,133)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,371 miles
    Test number
    459661714786
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  12. Pass63,238 miles (+4,091)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    63,238 miles
    Test number
    108396202766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,147 miles (+3,512)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    59,147 miles
    Test number
    798630044331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass55,635 miles (+4,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    55,635 miles
    Test number
    516964243367
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass50,815 miles (+3,189)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    50,815 miles
    Test number
    597849242376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    47,626 miles
    Test number
    586487141318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,626 miles (+6,424)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,626 miles
    Test number
    428626241333
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass41,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    41,202 miles
    Test number
    831857940339
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail41,202 miles (+4,267)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,202 miles
    Test number
    690277740390
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass36,935 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,935 miles
    Test number
    814665549389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,935 miles (+8,647)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,935 miles
    Test number
    360038339348
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass28,288 miles (+9,544)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,288 miles
    Test number
    422704058329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    18,744 miles
    Test number
    902155557384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 JKE

Does LM54 JKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 JKE is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 JKE?
The MOT on LM54 JKE is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 JKE done?
LM54 JKE was recorded at 97,008 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 4,258 miles a year.
Has LM54 JKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 JKE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 JKE 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 JKE find?
LM54 JKE passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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