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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LR05 NXUMOT history

LR05 NXU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 78,022 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

LR05 NXU black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
78,022 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 NXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 NXU was last recorded at 78,022 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,870 miles · 4 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
152 miles
Average per year
2,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,022 miles
  • 2025 – 77,870 miles
  • 2024 – 77,803 miles
  • 2023 – 77,343 miles
  • 2021 – 76,288 miles
  • 2020 – 74,734 miles
  • 2019 – 70,097 miles
  • 2018 – 67,599 miles
  • 2017 – 65,108 miles
  • 2016 – 63,081 miles
  • 2015 – 60,029 miles
  • 2014 – 57,495 miles
  • 2013 – 54,379 miles
  • 2012 – 51,470 miles
  • 2011 – 46,972 miles
  • 2010 – 42,418 miles
  • 2009 – 37,685 miles
  • 2008 – 32,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,022 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,022 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    78,022 miles
    Test number
    911518250048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass77,870 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    77,870 miles
    Test number
    780098166294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass77,803 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,803 miles
    Test number
    564317793315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail77,803 miles (+460)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,803 miles
    Test number
    594140308972
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass77,343 miles (+1,055)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,343 miles
    Test number
    473023715235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,288 miles (+1,554)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    76,288 miles
    Test number
    986499203804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,734 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    74,734 miles
    Test number
    610705007602
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail74,730 miles (+4,633)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,730 miles
    Test number
    500133986108
    • 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))

  9. Pass70,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,097 miles
    Test number
    323183347642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,097 miles (+2,498)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,097 miles
    Test number
    983837819253
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass67,599 miles (+2,491)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,599 miles
    Test number
    937446684782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,108 miles (+2,027)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,108 miles
    Test number
    742177661676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,081 miles
    Test number
    945744702411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,081 miles (+3,052)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,081 miles
    Test number
    718848952589
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass60,029 miles (+2,534)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,029 miles
    Test number
    946490995056
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass57,495 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,495 miles
    Test number
    537186504159
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail57,495 miles (+3,116)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,495 miles
    Test number
    748826204144
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass54,379 miles (+2,909)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,379 miles
    Test number
    178332163420
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass51,470 miles (+4,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    51,470 miles
    Test number
    558153492084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass46,972 miles (+4,554)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,972 miles
    Test number
    437900791075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,418 miles (+4,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    42,418 miles
    Test number
    341268880046
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass37,685 miles (+4,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,685 miles
    Test number
    990529889096
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass32,693 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,693 miles
    Test number
    122151698021
    • NoteAdvise front pads look low on insides
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f and o/s/r tyres wear on edges

  24. Fail32,692 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,692 miles
    Test number
    784461198064
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteAdvise front pads look low on insides
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f and o/s/r tyres wear on edges

Questions about LR05 NXU

Does LR05 NXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 NXU is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 NXU?
The MOT on LR05 NXU is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 NXU done?
LR05 NXU was recorded at 78,022 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 2,528 miles a year.
Has LR05 NXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 NXU has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 NXU 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 NXU find?
LR05 NXU passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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