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Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LP08 FXRMOT history

LP08 FXR is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2022 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 160,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2022.

LP08 FXR silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2022
Mileage
160,120 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2022
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 FXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LP08 FXR was last recorded at 160,120 miles on 6 Sept 2022, 13,898 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,222 miles · 10 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
13,898 miles
Average per year
9,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 160,120 miles
  • 2021 – 146,222 miles
  • 2020 – 138,156 miles
  • 2019 – 129,903 miles
  • 2018 – 116,712 miles
  • 2017 – 107,145 miles
  • 2016 – 99,697 miles
  • 2015 – 91,302 miles
  • 2014 – 88,000 miles
  • 2013 – 73,446 miles
  • 2012 – 65,412 miles
  • 2011 – 51,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,120 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened Rear arm starting to pull out off subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened Rear arm starting to pull though subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 Chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,120 miles (+13,898)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,120 miles
    Test number
    298599185068
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened Rear arm starting to pull out off subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened Rear arm starting to pull though subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 Chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass146,222 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    146,222 miles
    Test number
    245617512971
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail146,222 miles (+8,066)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,222 miles
    Test number
    762157509925
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle also unable to open from inside (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,156 miles (+8,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    138,156 miles
    Test number
    858666819285
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  5. Pass129,903 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    129,903 miles
    Test number
    520889219864
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR TYRES TREAD LOW (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail129,903 miles (+13,191)1 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,903 miles
    Test number
    379991230766
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR TYRES TREAD LOW (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass116,712 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    116,712 miles
    Test number
    476264189047
    • MinorNearside Front Front fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light LAMP GLASS BROKEN (4.5.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail116,712 miles (+9,567)6 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,712 miles
    Test number
    541174608648
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect refit main beam bulb (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Front fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light LAMP GLASS BROKEN (4.5.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass107,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    107,145 miles
    Test number
    521941022796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,134 miles (+7,437)3 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,134 miles
    Test number
    103298281361
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb loose (1.8.A.1b)

  11. Pass99,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    99,697 miles
    Test number
    921540273164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,697 miles (+8,395)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,697 miles
    Test number
    575532064029
    • Repaired at testPassenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

  13. Pass91,302 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    91,302 miles
    Test number
    341794077899
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail91,302 miles (+3,302)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,302 miles
    Test number
    170299164409
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass88,000 miles (+14,554)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    88,000 miles
    Test number
    757766624310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,446 miles (+8,034)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    73,446 miles
    Test number
    319708463423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    65,412 miles
    Test number
    187486572279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail65,412 miles (+13,640)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,412 miles
    Test number
    636346872225
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass51,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,772 miles
    Test number
    838057441116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,769 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,769 miles
    Test number
    509967741101
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LP08 FXR

Does LP08 FXR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 FXR expired on 9 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 FXR?
The MOT on LP08 FXR expired on 9 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 FXR done?
LP08 FXR was recorded at 160,120 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2022, an average of 9,606 miles a year.
Has LP08 FXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 FXR has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LP08 FXR 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 LP08 FXR find?
LP08 FXR failed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2022 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front headlamp light intensity severely reduced; nearside rear lower position lamp not working, and 7 more.

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