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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LR05 VTFMOT history

LR05 VTF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,587 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2022.

LR05 VTF silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2023
Mileage
72,587 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 VTF
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
15 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 VTF was last recorded at 72,587 miles on 16 Dec 2022, 2,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,405 miles · 21 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
2,182 miles
Average per year
3,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,587 miles
  • 2021 – 70,405 miles
  • 2020 – 68,087 miles
  • 2019 – 65,123 miles
  • 2018 – 62,345 miles
  • 2017 – 59,258 miles
  • 2016 – 56,613 miles
  • 2015 – 52,350 miles
  • 2014 – 48,878 miles
  • 2013 – 45,785 miles
  • 2012 – 41,566 miles
  • 2011 – 37,944 miles
  • 2010 – 33,465 miles
  • 2009 – 27,088 miles
  • 2008 – 19,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,587 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside door mirror glass faded
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (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.

  • Brake discs wearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside front tyre wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,587 miles (+2,182)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    72,587 miles
    Test number
    880592541349
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror glass faded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass70,405 miles (+2,318)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    70,405 miles
    Test number
    670883661593
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s door mirror glass faded

  3. Pass68,087 miles (+2,964)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,087 miles
    Test number
    398198406682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass65,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,123 miles
    Test number
    840467391402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail65,123 miles (+2,778)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,123 miles
    Test number
    163677200077
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass62,345 miles (+3,087)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    62,345 miles
    Test number
    622475062419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,258 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    59,258 miles
    Test number
    158690359820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smeary

  8. Fail59,251 miles (+2,638)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,251 miles
    Test number
    490094565503
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear most arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smeary

  9. Pass56,613 miles (+4,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,613 miles
    Test number
    921935336489
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on edges

  10. Pass52,350 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    52,350 miles
    Test number
    481242116878
    • AdvisoryBrake discs wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on edges

  11. Fail52,333 miles (+3,455)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,333 miles
    Test number
    603161634796
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint control arm (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake discs wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on edges

  12. Pass48,878 miles (+3,093)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,878 miles
    Test number
    439109944441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,785 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,785 miles
    Test number
    346755413374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,784 miles (+714)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,784 miles
    Test number
    325563973429
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass45,070 miles (+3,504)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,070 miles
    Test number
    509170473127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,566 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,566 miles
    Test number
    485751952015
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail41,566 miles (+3,622)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,566 miles
    Test number
    456119542065
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass37,944 miles (+4,479)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,944 miles
    Test number
    116113331084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,465 miles (+6,377)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    33,465 miles
    Test number
    494087530059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,088 miles (+7,545)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,088 miles
    Test number
    172241139044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,543 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,543 miles
    Test number
    873976738006
    • NoteTyre wear starting on o/s/f and n/s/r

Questions about LR05 VTF

Does LR05 VTF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 VTF expired on 20 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 VTF?
The MOT on LR05 VTF expired on 20 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 VTF done?
LR05 VTF was recorded at 72,587 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2022, an average of 3,569 miles a year.
Has LR05 VTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 VTF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on LR05 VTF 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 VTF find?
LR05 VTF passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; offside door mirror glass faded, and 2 more.

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