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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LR05 TLNMOT history

LR05 TLN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 154,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2025.

LR05 TLN silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Feb 2026
Mileage
154,302 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 TLN
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 expired on 20 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 TLN was last recorded at 154,302 miles on 15 Feb 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,302 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 154,302 miles
  • 2024 – 152,101 miles
  • 2023 – 149,655 miles
  • 2021 – 145,194 miles
  • 2020 – 142,449 miles
  • 2019 – 135,644 miles
  • 2018 – 126,023 miles
  • 2017 – 119,409 miles
  • 2016 – 112,394 miles
  • 2015 – 105,813 miles
  • 2014 – 98,087 miles
  • 2013 – 91,661 miles
  • 2012 – 86,723 miles
  • 2011 – 78,027 miles
  • 2010 – 75,758 miles
  • 2009 – 66,610 miles
  • 2008 – 56,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,302 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light inoperativeRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,302 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    154,302 miles
    Test number
    541558334460
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail154,302 miles (+2,201)1 dangerous6 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,302 miles
    Test number
    708318375958
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer damaged and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass152,101 miles4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    152,101 miles
    Test number
    676794777097
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective but secure (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail152,101 miles (+2,446)1 repaired4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,101 miles
    Test number
    620036435999
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective but secure (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass149,655 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    149,655 miles
    Test number
    899549953058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail149,653 miles (+4,459)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,653 miles
    Test number
    550630977310
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass145,194 miles (+2,745)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    145,194 miles
    Test number
    477569678919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass142,449 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    142,449 miles
    Test number
    685894962542
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail142,447 miles (+6,803)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,447 miles
    Test number
    371570324570
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill are and jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass135,644 miles (+9,621)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,644 miles
    Test number
    212238160009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    126,023 miles
    Test number
    712606875493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail126,023 miles (+6,614)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,023 miles
    Test number
    864842841247
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
  13. Pass119,409 miles (+7,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    119,409 miles
    Test number
    419799985593
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass112,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,394 miles
    Test number
    797934124932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail112,391 miles (+6,578)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,391 miles
    Test number
    167128344842
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  16. Pass105,813 miles (+7,726)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    105,813 miles
    Test number
    489148175195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass98,087 miles (+6,426)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    98,087 miles
    Test number
    716808064101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,661 miles (+4,938)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,661 miles
    Test number
    185908063176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  19. Pass86,723 miles (+64)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    86,723 miles
    Test number
    858476762168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear discs rusty
  20. Fail86,659 miles (+8,632)1 dangerous4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,659 miles
    Test number
    409805462174
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear discs rusty
  21. Pass78,027 miles (+2,269)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    78,027 miles
    Test number
    709087761188
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
  22. Pass75,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    75,758 miles
    Test number
    172247160150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,758 miles (+9,148)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,758 miles
    Test number
    961866460192
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  24. Pass66,610 miles (+9,613)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,610 miles
    Test number
    504584269100
    • NoteBorderline wear in nearside track rod end joint
  25. Pass56,997 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,997 miles
    Test number
    401952608180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres worn low on outer edges

Questions about LR05 TLN

Does LR05 TLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 TLN expired on 20 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 TLN?
The MOT on LR05 TLN expired on 20 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 TLN done?
LR05 TLN was recorded at 154,302 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2025, an average of 5,775 miles a year.
Has LR05 TLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 TLN has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 TLN 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 TLN find?
LR05 TLN passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2025 with 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 12 more.

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