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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LR05 THGMOT history

LR05 THG is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2024 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 119,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2023.

LR05 THG black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2024
Mileage
119,013 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 THG
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 expired on 25 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 THG was last recorded at 119,013 miles on 16 Sept 2023, 3,081 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,932 miles · 17 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
3,081 miles
Average per year
5,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,013 miles
  • 2022 – 115,932 miles
  • 2021 – 111,597 miles
  • 2020 – 104,265 miles
  • 2019 – 99,502 miles
  • 2015 – 98,681 miles
  • 2013 – 92,594 miles
  • 2012 – 79,668 miles
  • 2011 – 65,944 miles
  • 2010 – 56,613 miles
  • 2009 – 48,265 miles
  • 2008 – 38,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,013 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,013 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    119,013 miles
    Test number
    515711903718
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail119,013 miles (+3,081)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,013 miles
    Test number
    456070993803
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass115,932 miles (+4,335)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,932 miles
    Test number
    477932455332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,597 miles (+7,332)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    111,597 miles
    Test number
    352615416559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,265 miles (+4,763)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,265 miles
    Test number
    136723932121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    99,502 miles
    Test number
    379010759496
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail99,500 miles (+819)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,500 miles
    Test number
    912575700824
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn also excessive play in the ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass98,681 miles (+6,087)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,681 miles
    Test number
    318394635097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass92,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    92,594 miles
    Test number
    865576593284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail92,594 miles (+12,926)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,594 miles
    Test number
    248734793212
    • FailureFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGearbox mulitplug leaking oil

  11. Pass79,668 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    79,668 miles
    Test number
    797627462116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,651 miles (+13,707)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,651 miles
    Test number
    255206762184
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass65,944 miles (+9,331)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,944 miles
    Test number
    557757491088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,613 miles (+8,348)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,613 miles
    Test number
    240805080085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,265 miles (+10,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,265 miles
    Test number
    633965289065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass38,263 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,263 miles
    Test number
    211859588021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteUnderbody enclosed in cosmetic plastic covering

Questions about LR05 THG

Does LR05 THG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 THG expired on 25 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 THG?
The MOT on LR05 THG expired on 25 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 THG done?
LR05 THG was recorded at 119,013 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2023, an average of 5,221 miles a year.
Has LR05 THG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 THG has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 THG 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 THG find?
LR05 THG passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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