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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

LP08 GAOMOT history

LP08 GAO is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 140,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LP08 GAO black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
140,313 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 GAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 GAO was last recorded at 140,313 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,313 miles · 8 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,313 miles
  • 2025 – 138,192 miles
  • 2024 – 131,448 miles
  • 2023 – 126,556 miles
  • 2022 – 119,045 miles
  • 2021 – 110,861 miles
  • 2020 – 108,192 miles
  • 2017 – 91,340 miles
  • 2016 – 82,881 miles
  • 2015 – 72,813 miles
  • 2014 – 60,650 miles
  • 2013 – 52,995 miles
  • 2012 – 40,299 miles
  • 2011 – 28,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,313 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,313 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    140,313 miles
    Test number
    181892837401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail140,313 miles (+2,121)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,313 miles
    Test number
    741518268125
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    138,192 miles
    Test number
    614556306967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail138,192 miles (+6,744)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,192 miles
    Test number
    618494852193
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass131,448 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    131,448 miles
    Test number
    266669356375
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail131,446 miles (+47)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,446 miles
    Test number
    746945508619
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail131,399 miles (+4,843)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,399 miles
    Test number
    908794093225
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass126,556 miles (+7,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    126,556 miles
    Test number
    478146946719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass119,045 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    119,045 miles
    Test number
    616182239165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail119,045 miles (+8,184)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,045 miles
    Test number
    820152057714
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass110,861 miles (+2,669)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    110,861 miles
    Test number
    780262611609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,192 miles (+16,852)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    108,192 miles
    Test number
    275312505725
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass91,340 miles (+8,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    91,340 miles
    Test number
    236615576872
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under rays fitted

  14. Pass82,881 miles (+10,068)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,881 miles
    Test number
    317777556817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,813 miles
    Test number
    749303190662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,813 miles (+12,163)6 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,813 miles
    Test number
    491425923441
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has nail in tread

  17. Pass60,650 miles (+7,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    60,650 miles
    Test number
    576669664296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass52,995 miles (+12,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,995 miles
    Test number
    288057463285
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass40,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    40,299 miles
    Test number
    709575642241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,299 miles (+11,955)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,299 miles
    Test number
    129895242273
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass28,344 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,344 miles
    Test number
    386774741272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has small cuts to sidewall

Questions about LP08 GAO

Does LP08 GAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 GAO is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 GAO?
The MOT on LP08 GAO is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 GAO done?
LP08 GAO was recorded at 140,313 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 7,441 miles a year.
Has LP08 GAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 GAO has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 GAO 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 GAO find?
LP08 GAO passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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