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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LO08 AFXMOT history

LO08 AFX is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 144,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2022.

LO08 AFX black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2023
Mileage
144,126 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 AFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 AFX was last recorded at 144,126 miles on 12 Dec 2022, 7,853 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,273 miles · 2 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
7,853 miles
Average per year
10,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 144,126 miles
  • 2021 – 136,273 miles
  • 2020 – 129,229 miles
  • 2019 – 111,696 miles
  • 2018 – 107,994 miles
  • 2017 – 104,288 miles
  • 2016 – 93,599 miles
  • 2015 – 81,613 miles
  • 2014 – 64,375 miles
  • 2013 – 55,196 miles
  • 2012 – 39,140 miles
  • 2011 – 22,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,126 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Condensation in offside mirror repeater

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear tyre has a nail in it and does not hold pressure for long

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,126 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    144,126 miles
    Test number
    346869442066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail144,126 miles (+7,853)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,126 miles
    Test number
    875226106597
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass136,273 miles (+7,044)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    136,273 miles
    Test number
    478227037907
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass129,229 miles (+17,533)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    129,229 miles
    Test number
    382948139025
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Both sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside registration plate lamp output reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Both sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside dipped beam output slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake effort low

  5. Pass111,696 miles (+3,702)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,696 miles
    Test number
    497925381682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,994 miles (+3,706)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    107,994 miles
    Test number
    459460108094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,288 miles (+10,689)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    104,288 miles
    Test number
    299739119262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,599 miles1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    93,599 miles
    Test number
    852682746895
    • DangerousOffside Rear tyre has a nail in it and does not hold pressure for long
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCondensation in offside mirror repeater

  9. Fail93,599 miles (+11,986)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,599 miles
    Test number
    895028315380
    • DangerousOffside Rear tyre has a nail in it and does not hold pressure for long
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCondensation in offside mirror repeater

  10. Pass81,613 miles (+17,238)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,613 miles
    Test number
    456888535129
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass64,375 miles (+9,179)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,375 miles
    Test number
    105042724157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,196 miles (+16,056)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,196 miles
    Test number
    558105553126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,140 miles (+16,890)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,140 miles
    Test number
    158354262114
    • NoteBoth front tyres feathered on both edges

  14. Pass22,250 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    22,250 miles
    Test number
    446311371198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail22,250 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,250 miles
    Test number
    789071871167
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LO08 AFX

Does LO08 AFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 AFX expired on 19 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 AFX?
The MOT on LO08 AFX expired on 19 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 AFX done?
LO08 AFX was recorded at 144,126 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2022, an average of 10,617 miles a year.
Has LO08 AFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 AFX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LO08 AFX 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 LO08 AFX find?
LO08 AFX passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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