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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,143 cc

LM59 DBZMOT history

LM59 DBZ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 187,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

LM59 DBZ black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
187,215 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM59 DBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM59 DBZ was last recorded at 187,215 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,201 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
10,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,215 miles
  • 2025 – 177,231 miles
  • 2024 – 168,480 miles
  • 2023 – 162,763 miles
  • 2022 – 156,050 miles
  • 2021 – 147,424 miles
  • 2020 – 141,181 miles
  • 2019 – 128,650 miles
  • 2018 – 118,109 miles
  • 2017 – 106,911 miles
  • 2016 – 98,228 miles
  • 2015 – 87,523 miles
  • 2014 – 70,965 miles
  • 2013 – 53,941 miles
  • 2012 – 29,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,215 miles
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,215 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    187,215 miles
    Test number
    442072559053
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail187,201 miles (+9,970)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,201 miles
    Test number
    198747371214
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both back ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass177,231 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    177,231 miles
    Test number
    275386284832
    • AdvisoryOsf shock damp
    • AdvisoryVery slight play both front wheel bearings

  4. Fail177,231 miles (+8,751)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,231 miles
    Test number
    641942166528
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOsf shock damp
    • AdvisoryVery slight play both front wheel bearings

  5. Pass168,480 miles (+5,717)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    168,480 miles
    Test number
    984720952110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass162,763 miles (+6,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    162,763 miles
    Test number
    996172609001
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass156,050 miles (+8,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    156,050 miles
    Test number
    919602500600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass147,424 miles (+6,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    147,424 miles
    Test number
    564515163895
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass141,181 miles (+12,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    141,181 miles
    Test number
    764997322399
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on front and rear brake pipes.

  10. Pass128,650 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    128,650 miles
    Test number
    286984071331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail128,643 miles (+10,534)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,643 miles
    Test number
    727184785384
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass118,109 miles (+11,198)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    118,109 miles
    Test number
    469561283347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass106,911 miles (+8,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    106,911 miles
    Test number
    353375046066
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass98,228 miles (+10,705)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    98,228 miles
    Test number
    196753574234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass87,523 miles (+16,558)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    87,523 miles
    Test number
    146718935426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,965 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,965 miles
    Test number
    165119534049
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass70,965 miles (+17,024)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,965 miles
    Test number
    648979534058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,941 miles (+24,634)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,941 miles
    Test number
    319650463041
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass29,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,307 miles
    Test number
    486685762024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM59 DBZ

Does LM59 DBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM59 DBZ is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM59 DBZ?
The MOT on LM59 DBZ is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM59 DBZ done?
LM59 DBZ was recorded at 187,215 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 10,975 miles a year.
Has LM59 DBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM59 DBZ has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM59 DBZ 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 LM59 DBZ find?
LM59 DBZ passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front non obligatory mirror damaged, and 1 more.

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