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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LR03 VPVMOT history

LR03 VPV is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 4 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2024.

LR03 VPV blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2023
Mileage
118,556 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 VPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR03 VPV was last recorded at 118,556 miles on 3 Apr 2024, 1,898 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Mar 2009: 42,139 miles, lower than 334,232 miles on 5 Apr 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
116,658 miles · 25 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,898 miles
Average per year
5,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,556 miles
  • 2023 – 116,658 miles
  • 2022 – 107,665 miles
  • 2020 – 106,324 miles
  • 2019 – 103,471 miles
  • 2017 – 92,207 miles
  • 2016 – 85,310 miles
  • 2015 – 79,211 miles
  • 2014 – 74,045 miles
  • 2012 – 67,522 miles
  • 2011 – 59,397 miles
  • 2010 – 52,289 miles
  • 2009 – 46,228 miles
  • 2008 – 334,232 miles
  • 2007 – 28,482 miles
  • 2006 – 21,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,556 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured substitute lamp working (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,556 miles (+1,898)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,556 miles
    Test number
    454825820958
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured substitute lamp working (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail116,658 miles (+8,993)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,658 miles
    Test number
    585594138697
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass107,665 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    107,665 miles
    Test number
    325982142909
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre pressures low
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  4. Fail107,665 miles (+1,341)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,665 miles
    Test number
    149994819347
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre pressures low
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  5. Pass106,324 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,324 miles
    Test number
    149237792712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail106,313 miles (+2,842)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,313 miles
    Test number
    809057533189
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass103,471 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    103,471 miles
    Test number
    243651340952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail103,434 miles (+11,227)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,434 miles
    Test number
    930924023367
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass92,207 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,207 miles
    Test number
    675715613609
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  10. Fail92,135 miles (+6,825)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,135 miles
    Test number
    960040245684
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked in tread area
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  11. Pass85,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    85,310 miles
    Test number
    677743409403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,310 miles (+6,099)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,310 miles
    Test number
    744709598748
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass79,211 miles (+238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    79,211 miles
    Test number
    566487125022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail78,973 miles (+4,928)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,973 miles
    Test number
    169407315082
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON

  15. Pass74,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    74,045 miles
    Test number
    488075134064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,043 miles (+6,521)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,043 miles
    Test number
    967725834078
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  17. Pass67,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    67,522 miles
    Test number
    527329622363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail67,521 miles (+8,124)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,521 miles
    Test number
    326079022386
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass59,397 miles (+7,108)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    59,397 miles
    Test number
    727312141396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,289 miles (+6,061)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    52,289 miles
    Test number
    684475630322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,228 miles (+4,089)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    46,228 miles
    Test number
    482983349352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass42,139 miles (-292,093)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,139 miles
    Test number
    243667789040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass334,232 miles (+305,750)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    334,232 miles
    Test number
    383596798097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,482 miles (+7,344)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,482 miles
    Test number
    431500297043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,138 miles
    Test number
    533641496045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 VPV

Does LR03 VPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 VPV expired on 22 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 VPV?
The MOT on LR03 VPV expired on 22 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 VPV done?
LR03 VPV was recorded at 118,556 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2024, an average of 5,410 miles a year.
Has LR03 VPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 VPV has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LR03 VPV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 VPV find?
LR03 VPV failed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2024 with 7 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced; nearside rear shock absorbers has negligible damping effect; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 9 more.

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