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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,148 cc

LO03 STUMOT history

LO03 STU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 29 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 113,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

LO03 STU black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
113,881 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO03 STU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO03 STU was last recorded at 113,881 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 5,780 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,101 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,780 miles
Average per year
5,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,881 miles
  • 2025 – 108,101 miles
  • 2024 – 102,438 miles
  • 2023 – 96,180 miles
  • 2022 – 88,683 miles
  • 2021 – 85,288 miles
  • 2019 – 80,611 miles
  • 2018 – 73,984 miles
  • 2017 – 65,457 miles
  • 2016 – 58,749 miles
  • 2015 – 52,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,881 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 worn to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,881 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    113,881 miles
    Test number
    936290551185
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail113,879 miles (+5,778)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,879 miles
    Test number
    837281764776
    • MajorFront Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass108,101 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    108,101 miles
    Test number
    697854799136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge 255/40r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail108,100 miles (+5,662)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,100 miles
    Test number
    531770282656
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge 255/40r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass102,438 miles (+219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    102,438 miles
    Test number
    922732312137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn to limit (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail102,219 miles (+6,039)2 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,219 miles
    Test number
    690927285992
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn to limit (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass96,180 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    96,180 miles
    Test number
    550177259256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,203 miles (+6,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    95,203 miles
    Test number
    243918812781
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavy surface corrosion in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass88,683 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,683 miles
    Test number
    104499276657
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail88,682 miles (+3,394)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,682 miles
    Test number
    283485942287
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass85,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,288 miles
    Test number
    809648928558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,288 miles (+4,677)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,288 miles
    Test number
    736472615096
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35-18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  13. Pass80,611 miles (+105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,611 miles
    Test number
    836276089339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail80,506 miles (+6,522)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,506 miles
    Test number
    349404799977
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass73,984 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,984 miles
    Test number
    764530677083
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Fail73,982 miles (+8,525)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,982 miles
    Test number
    277636968303
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  17. Pass65,457 miles (+6,708)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,457 miles
    Test number
    551415273151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,749 miles (+6,701)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    58,749 miles
    Test number
    327416180255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    52,048 miles
    Test number
    117551525114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO03 STU

Does LO03 STU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO03 STU is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO03 STU?
The MOT on LO03 STU is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO03 STU done?
LO03 STU was recorded at 113,881 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 5,622 miles a year.
Has LO03 STU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO03 STU has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LO03 STU 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 LO03 STU find?
LO03 STU passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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