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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,143 cc

LM59 DCYMOT history

LM59 DCY is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 6 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 168,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

LM59 DCY black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
168,596 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM59 DCY
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
6 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM59 DCY was last recorded at 168,596 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 15,979 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,617 miles · 24 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
15,979 miles
Average per year
11,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,596 miles
  • 2024 – 152,617 miles
  • 2023 – 133,462 miles
  • 2022 – 117,125 miles
  • 2021 – 97,874 miles
  • 2020 – 77,651 miles
  • 2019 – 71,932 miles
  • 2018 – 65,958 miles
  • 2017 – 55,252 miles
  • 2016 – 45,613 miles
  • 2015 – 34,554 miles
  • 2014 – 25,850 miles
  • 2013 – 19,925 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,596 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect brake pipes due to covers fitted

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front tyre has lumps out the side but not to chords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,596 miles (+15,979)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    168,596 miles
    Test number
    227287721387
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect brake pipes due to covers fitted

  2. Pass152,617 miles (+19,155)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    152,617 miles
    Test number
    314575675496
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear rear subframe slightly corroded

  3. Pass133,462 miles (+16,337)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    133,462 miles
    Test number
    203299484751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,125 miles (+19,251)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,125 miles
    Test number
    981127466745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass97,874 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    97,874 miles
    Test number
    143590765466
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail97,874 miles (+20,223)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,874 miles
    Test number
    947230081088
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass77,651 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,651 miles
    Test number
    834122205450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has wear on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Fail77,651 miles (+5,719)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,651 miles
    Test number
    438039710070
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has wear on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Pass71,932 miles (+5,974)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,932 miles
    Test number
    951769786985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,958 miles (+3,258)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    65,958 miles
    Test number
    860642363653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,700 miles (+83)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,700 miles
    Test number
    594104330616
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has lumps out the side but not to chords

  12. Fail62,617 miles (+7,365)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,617 miles
    Test number
    426437316189
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has lumps out the side but not to chords

  13. Pass55,252 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    55,252 miles
    Test number
    884177643110
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail55,252 miles (+9,639)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,252 miles
    Test number
    987690020799
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass45,613 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,613 miles
    Test number
    882155207347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fiited n/s/r outer seat belt not checked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail45,613 miles (+11,059)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,613 miles
    Test number
    668496654570
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear reflector excessively deteriorated so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear reflector excessively deteriorated so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fiited n/s/r outer seat belt not checked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass34,554 miles (+8,704)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    34,554 miles
    Test number
    145689345405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,850 miles (+5,925)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    25,850 miles
    Test number
    169420554455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,925 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    19,925 miles
    Test number
    276786263047
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM59 DCY

Does LM59 DCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM59 DCY is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM59 DCY?
The MOT on LM59 DCY is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM59 DCY done?
LM59 DCY was recorded at 168,596 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 11,015 miles a year.
Has LM59 DCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM59 DCY has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on LM59 DCY 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 DCY find?
LM59 DCY passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to covers fitted.

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