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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LP08 HCVMOT history

LP08 HCV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 13 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 155,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

LP08 HCV silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
155,609 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 HCV
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
13 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 HCV was last recorded at 155,609 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,607 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,609 miles
  • 2025 – 154,740 miles
  • 2024 – 153,556 miles
  • 2023 – 150,914 miles
  • 2022 – 149,835 miles
  • 2020 – 140,355 miles
  • 2019 – 134,607 miles
  • 2018 – 131,022 miles
  • 2017 – 128,538 miles
  • 2016 – 125,773 miles
  • 2015 – 121,196 miles
  • 2014 – 115,880 miles
  • 2013 – 109,958 miles
  • 2012 – 102,136 miles
  • 2011 – 100,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,609 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,609 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    155,609 miles
    Test number
    645047024138
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail155,607 miles (+867)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,607 miles
    Test number
    715478114743
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bent arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass154,740 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    154,740 miles
    Test number
    252438276344
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront undertrays fitted

  4. Fail154,737 miles (+1,181)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,737 miles
    Test number
    633059742908
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel spongy (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront undertrays fitted

  5. Pass153,556 miles (+2,642)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    153,556 miles
    Test number
    283208672468
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated straight arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, bent arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass150,914 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    150,914 miles
    Test number
    386789791761
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, bent (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail150,911 miles (+1,076)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,911 miles
    Test number
    937844610071
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, bent (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail149,835 miles (+4,170)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,835 miles
    Test number
    151331040987
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened not positioned (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, banana arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass145,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,665 miles
    Test number
    726805459008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail145,665 miles (+5,310)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,665 miles
    Test number
    212152213751
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass140,355 miles (+5,748)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    140,355 miles
    Test number
    595436702348
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s+n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass134,607 miles (+3,585)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,607 miles
    Test number
    536479070139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass131,022 miles (+2,484)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    131,022 miles
    Test number
    537241426484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass128,538 miles (+2,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    128,538 miles
    Test number
    777937005474
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass125,773 miles (+4,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    125,773 miles
    Test number
    260299117388
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass121,196 miles (+5,316)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    121,196 miles
    Test number
    385935605224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass115,880 miles (+5,922)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    115,880 miles
    Test number
    197273014268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass109,958 miles (+7,822)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    109,958 miles
    Test number
    169175583177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass102,136 miles (+1,516)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    102,136 miles
    Test number
    218074312200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass100,620 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    100,620 miles
    Test number
    395305151426
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LP08 HCV

Does LP08 HCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 HCV is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 HCV?
The MOT on LP08 HCV is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 HCV done?
LP08 HCV was recorded at 155,609 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 3,840 miles a year.
Has LP08 HCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 HCV has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 HCV 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 HCV find?
LP08 HCV passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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