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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LR05 TJZMOT history

LR05 TJZ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 126,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

LR05 TJZ silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,726 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 TJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 TJZ was last recorded at 126,726 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 5,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,540 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,186 miles
Average per year
3,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,726 miles
  • 2024 – 121,540 miles
  • 2022 – 116,681 miles
  • 2021 – 114,431 miles
  • 2020 – 113,289 miles
  • 2019 – 111,101 miles
  • 2018 – 108,467 miles
  • 2017 – 104,748 miles
  • 2016 – 100,655 miles
  • 2015 – 95,782 miles
  • 2014 – 91,962 miles
  • 2013 – 87,797 miles
  • 2012 – 83,509 miles
  • 2011 – 79,315 miles
  • 2010 – 74,981 miles
  • 2009 – 70,574 miles
  • 2008 – 66,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,726 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides Slightly Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine management light

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,726 miles (+5,186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,726 miles
    Test number
    688370930400
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides Slightly Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass121,540 miles (+3,852)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    121,540 miles
    Test number
    528423183981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass117,688 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    117,688 miles
    Test number
    590245673346
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail117,674 miles (+993)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,674 miles
    Test number
    758910456425
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside / offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass116,681 miles (+1,226)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,681 miles
    Test number
    688549923983
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass115,455 miles (+1,024)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    115,455 miles
    Test number
    564533044101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass114,431 miles (+1,142)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    114,431 miles
    Test number
    768990104149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    113,289 miles
    Test number
    317027772411
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail113,289 miles (+2,188)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,289 miles
    Test number
    860387549048
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass111,101 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    111,101 miles
    Test number
    285350245376
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail111,101 miles (+2,634)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,101 miles
    Test number
    229328863021
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass108,467 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,467 miles
    Test number
    724972030257
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail108,467 miles (+3,719)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,467 miles
    Test number
    131862042810
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass104,748 miles (+4,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    104,748 miles
    Test number
    126125700178
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine management light

  15. Pass100,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    100,655 miles
    Test number
    659668745389
    • AdvisoryEngine management light

  16. Fail100,655 miles (+4,873)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,655 miles
    Test number
    338146093285
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light

  17. Pass95,782 miles (+3,820)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    95,782 miles
    Test number
    386825505040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass91,962 miles (+4,165)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    91,962 miles
    Test number
    525432604072
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDamage to nearside front and rear tyre sidewalls

  19. Pass87,797 miles (+4,288)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    87,797 miles
    Test number
    597743303065
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn to edge
    • NoteNearside wheel arch cover damaged
    • NoteOff side front tyre deterirated to edge

  20. Pass83,509 miles (+4,194)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    83,509 miles
    Test number
    709595902071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,315 miles (+4,334)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,315 miles
    Test number
    995315701020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,981 miles (+4,407)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    74,981 miles
    Test number
    962755700098
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass70,574 miles (+4,300)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,574 miles
    Test number
    764425619091
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside inner front plastic wheel arch

  24. Pass66,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    66,274 miles
    Test number
    824639318095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 TJZ

Does LR05 TJZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 TJZ is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR05 TJZ?
The MOT on LR05 TJZ is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 TJZ done?
LR05 TJZ was recorded at 126,726 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 3,381 miles a year.
Has LR05 TJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 TJZ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 TJZ 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 TJZ find?
LR05 TJZ passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides slightly cloudy; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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