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Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

LR05 VRKMOT history

LR05 VRK is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 236,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2024.

LR05 VRK silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2025
Mileage
236,084 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 VRK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
1 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 VRK was last recorded at 236,084 miles on 1 May 2024, 3,289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,795 miles · 12 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
3,289 miles
Average per year
10,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 236,084 miles
  • 2022 – 232,795 miles
  • 2021 – 225,151 miles
  • 2020 – 217,099 miles
  • 2019 – 208,771 miles
  • 2018 – 201,677 miles
  • 2017 – 194,816 miles
  • 2016 – 185,566 miles
  • 2015 – 177,736 miles
  • 2014 – 164,044 miles
  • 2013 – 150,567 miles
  • 2012 – 136,156 miles
  • 2011 – 117,628 miles
  • 2010 – 102,095 miles
  • 2009 – 85,174 miles
  • 2008 – 71,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass236,084 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm 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))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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 Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass236,084 miles (+3,289)4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    236,084 miles
    Test number
    251259226972
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Pass232,795 miles (+7,644)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    232,795 miles
    Test number
    603967095494
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass225,151 miles (+8,052)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    225,151 miles
    Test number
    238215718793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass217,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    217,099 miles
    Test number
    304215521980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail217,098 miles (+8,327)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,098 miles
    Test number
    288295500205
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass208,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    208,771 miles
    Test number
    129473168661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail208,771 miles (+7,094)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,771 miles
    Test number
    310609597066
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass201,677 miles (+6,861)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    201,677 miles
    Test number
    547359824986
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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. Pass194,816 miles (+9,250)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    194,816 miles
    Test number
    965560104169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass185,566 miles (+7,830)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    185,566 miles
    Test number
    716931803732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass177,736 miles (+13,692)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    177,736 miles
    Test number
    256024295182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass164,044 miles (+206)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    164,044 miles
    Test number
    935616124131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail163,838 miles (+13,271)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,838 miles
    Test number
    259072124480
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass150,567 miles (+14,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    150,567 miles
    Test number
    696070333106
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  15. Pass136,156 miles (+18,528)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    136,156 miles
    Test number
    486794442149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteSRS light active

  16. Pass117,628 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    117,628 miles
    Test number
    438581531136
    • NoteSRS Warning Light On

  17. Fail117,628 miles (+15,533)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,628 miles
    Test number
    595661531168
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSRS Warning Light On

  18. Pass102,095 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    102,095 miles
    Test number
    202685140404
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail102,095 miles (+16,921)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,095 miles
    Test number
    542205740180
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass85,174 miles (+14,001)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    85,174 miles
    Test number
    211489819191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,173 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    71,173 miles
    Test number
    120129698002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR05 VRK

Does LR05 VRK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 VRK expired on 30 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 VRK?
The MOT on LR05 VRK expired on 30 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 VRK done?
LR05 VRK was recorded at 236,084 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2024, an average of 10,267 miles a year.
Has LR05 VRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 VRK has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LR05 VRK 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 VRK find?
LR05 VRK passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2024 with 4 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 12 more.

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