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Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

LR05 DYUMOT history

LR05 DYU is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Jun 2022 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 196,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2022.

LR05 DYU blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Jun 2022
Mileage
196,092 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2022
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
12,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 DYU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR05 DYU was last recorded at 196,092 miles on 8 Jun 2022, 5,599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,493 miles · 11 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
5,599 miles
Average per year
12,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 196,092 miles
  • 2021 – 190,493 miles
  • 2020 – 185,279 miles
  • 2019 – 180,383 miles
  • 2018 – 173,720 miles
  • 2017 – 154,798 miles
  • 2016 – 138,189 miles
  • 2015 – 119,418 miles
  • 2014 – 101,052 miles
  • 2013 – 86,306 miles
  • 2012 – 71,611 miles
  • 2011 – 63,790 miles
  • 2010 – 52,939 miles
  • 2009 – 37,729 miles
  • 2008 – 23,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail196,092 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective no beam pattern visable (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective no beam pattern visable (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • All rear suspension bushes/arms starting to perish/corrode

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail196,092 miles (+5,599)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,092 miles
    Test number
    437513125159
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective no beam pattern visable (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective no beam pattern visable (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass190,493 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    190,493 miles
    Test number
    666284933816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes/arms starting to perish/corrode
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  3. Fail190,489 miles (+5,210)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,489 miles
    Test number
    907671652010
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine plate value = 0.90 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no visable beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no visable beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes/arms starting to perish/corrode
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  4. Pass185,279 miles (+4)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    185,279 miles
    Test number
    751180029076
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryGear box wet with oil
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps cloudy
    • AdvisoryRear suspension control arm bushes perished/worn

  5. Fail185,275 miles (+4,892)5 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,275 miles
    Test number
    455065146916
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated suspect fault with parking brake (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryGear box wet with oil
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps cloudy
    • AdvisoryRear suspension control arm bushes perished/worn

  6. Pass180,383 miles (+8)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    180,383 miles
    Test number
    708817413425
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHand brake not releasing fully
    • AdvisoryHeadlights frosted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre tread worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNumber plates damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s washer partly blocked
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims on sills
    • AdvisoryRear flexible brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust system(front sections)
    • AdvisorySmall chips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  7. Fail180,375 miles (+6,655)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,375 miles
    Test number
    781935509449
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHand brake not releasing fully
    • AdvisoryHeadlights frosted
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre tread worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNumber plates damaged
    • AdvisoryO/s washer partly blocked
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims on sills
    • AdvisoryRear flexible brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust system(front sections)
    • AdvisorySmall chips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  8. Pass173,720 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    173,720 miles
    Test number
    940097989203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but not reducing output
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but not reducing output
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail173,715 miles (+18,917)1 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,715 miles
    Test number
    726242781104
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but not reducing output
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but not reducing output
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass154,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    154,798 miles
    Test number
    184168454151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail154,798 miles (+16,609)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,798 miles
    Test number
    462724311954
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass138,189 miles (+18,771)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    138,189 miles
    Test number
    353624140350
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door check strap missing
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  13. Pass119,418 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    119,418 miles
    Test number
    359861445186
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEML light on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteGear box leaking oil ?

  14. Fail119,418 miles (+18,366)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,418 miles
    Test number
    215491945493
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEML light on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteGear box leaking oil ?

  15. Pass101,052 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    101,052 miles
    Test number
    347055054148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail101,047 miles (+14,741)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,047 miles
    Test number
    199913654171
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass86,306 miles3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,306 miles
    Test number
    276090853125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake warning light showing
    • NoteOffside front tyre side wall damage
    • NoteUndertray inscure

  18. Fail86,306 miles (+14,695)1 repaired3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,306 miles
    Test number
    567090953121
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake warning light showing
    • NoteOffside front tyre side wall damage
    • NoteUndertray inscure

  19. Pass71,611 miles (+7,821)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,611 miles
    Test number
    427380952174
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass63,790 miles (+10,851)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,790 miles
    Test number
    256908031462
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  21. Pass52,939 miles (+15,210)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,939 miles
    Test number
    753018340153
    • NoteFront brake disc corroded

  22. Pass37,729 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,729 miles
    Test number
    341438409145
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteThe front brake disc,s look worn

  23. Fail37,729 miles (+14,142)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,729 miles
    Test number
    582498309198
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteThe front brake disc,s look worn

  24. Pass23,587 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,587 miles
    Test number
    791739498007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteThe front tyres are worn on the edges
    • NoteThe o/s/f washer jet is semi-working

Questions about LR05 DYU

Does LR05 DYU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 DYU expired on 14 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 DYU?
The MOT on LR05 DYU expired on 14 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 DYU done?
LR05 DYU was recorded at 196,092 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2022, an average of 12,178 miles a year.
Has LR05 DYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 DYU has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 DYU 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 LR05 DYU find?
LR05 DYU failed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm, and 12 more.

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