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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LM55 BTOMOT history

LM55 BTO is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2025.

LM55 BTO black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2025
Mileage
129,207 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM55 BTO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM55 BTO was last recorded at 129,207 miles on 2 Jun 2025, 10,737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Apr 2022: 104,927 miles, lower than 160,523 miles on 13 May 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
118,470 miles · 16 May 2024
Between the last two tests
10,737 miles
Average per year
6,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,207 miles
  • 2024 – 118,470 miles
  • 2023 – 111,832 miles
  • 2022 – 104,927 miles
  • 2021 – 160,523 miles
  • 2020 – 93,769 miles
  • 2019 – 82,616 miles
  • 2017 – 79,263 miles
  • 2016 – 71,854 miles
  • 2015 – 63,577 miles
  • 2014 – 61,048 miles
  • 2013 – 54,485 miles
  • 2012 – 49,345 miles
  • 2011 – 42,914 miles
  • 2010 – 36,766 miles
  • 2009 – 31,227 miles
  • 2008 – 24,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,207 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipes and suspension mounts covered by under body plastics

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,207 miles (+10,737)1 dangerous15 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,207 miles
    Test number
    320083909589
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass118,470 miles (+6,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    118,470 miles
    Test number
    884809192753
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,832 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    111,832 miles
    Test number
    448369916594
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail111,831 miles (+6,904)1 dangerous4 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,831 miles
    Test number
    192226256519
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass104,927 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    104,927 miles
    Test number
    564314781566
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes and suspension mounts covered by under body plastics
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail104,927 miles (-55,596)1 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,927 miles
    Test number
    656679927186
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes and suspension mounts covered by under body plastics
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass160,523 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    160,523 miles
    Test number
    549531536076
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail160,518 miles (+66,749)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,518 miles
    Test number
    160429547695
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass93,769 miles (+11,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    93,769 miles
    Test number
    518268889834
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tied in place on rear but secure at time test

  10. Pass82,616 miles (+3,353)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,616 miles
    Test number
    256838141578
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear 1 of the 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal tread depth 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tied in place secure at time of test

  11. Pass79,263 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    79,263 miles
    Test number
    626898571022
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres wearing smooth on the outer edges.
    • AdvisoryFront Front dipped beam and both position lamps blue.
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Childseat fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust support bracket hanger broken.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components.

  12. Fail79,263 miles (+7,409)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,263 miles
    Test number
    245815010675
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres wearing smooth on the outer edges.
    • AdvisoryFront Front dipped beam and both position lamps blue.
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Childseat fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust support bracket hanger broken.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components.

  13. Pass71,854 miles (+8,277)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,854 miles
    Test number
    621026810473
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail63,577 miles4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,577 miles
    Test number
    117620115194
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass63,577 miles (+2,529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    63,577 miles
    Test number
    756390715186
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass61,048 miles (+6,563)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    61,048 miles
    Test number
    457222004200
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise anti-roll bar drop link gaitors perished
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres,balding inner edges and off side front on legal limits
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres,tread wearing low,unevenly and near side rear nearing legal limits
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs worn-lipped
    • NoteAdvise front screen chipped-damaged

  17. Pass54,485 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    54,485 miles
    Test number
    305963403247
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise front screen chipped
    • NoteAdvise parking brake requires some adjustment

  18. Fail54,485 miles (+5,140)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,485 miles
    Test number
    726333603203
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise front screen chipped
    • NoteAdvise parking brake requires some adjustment

  19. Pass49,345 miles (+6)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    49,345 miles
    Test number
    846865112254
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise child seat fitted to near side rear seat,unable to fully inspect adult seat belt
    • NoteAdvise front screen chipped

  20. Fail49,339 miles (+6,425)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,339 miles
    Test number
    226374012285
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise child seat fitted to near side rear seat,unable to fully inspect adult seat belt
    • NoteAdvise front screen chipped

  21. Pass42,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    42,914 miles
    Test number
    357764811415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,914 miles (+6,148)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,914 miles
    Test number
    879844511256
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass36,766 miles (+5,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    36,766 miles
    Test number
    944074310215
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass31,227 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    31,227 miles
    Test number
    984500519210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,564 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    24,564 miles
    Test number
    333467918259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    24,557 miles
    Test number
    654714518281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM55 BTO

Does LM55 BTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM55 BTO expired on 15 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM55 BTO?
The MOT on LM55 BTO expired on 15 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM55 BTO done?
LM55 BTO was recorded at 129,207 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2025, an average of 6,216 miles a year.
Has LM55 BTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM55 BTO has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LM55 BTO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Apr 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM55 BTO find?
LM55 BTO failed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 15 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 18 more.

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