Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LR05 VUPMOT history

LR05 VUP is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 99,395 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2022.

LR05 VUP black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Jan 2023
Mileage
99,395 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,078 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LR05 VUP in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 VUP
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
14 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 VUP was last recorded at 99,395 miles on 13 Jan 2022, 439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,956 miles · 3 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
439 miles
Average per year
3,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,395 miles
  • 2020 – 98,956 miles
  • 2018 – 98,942 miles
  • 2017 – 95,016 miles
  • 2016 – 94,118 miles
  • 2015 – 92,565 miles
  • 2014 – 87,468 miles
  • 2013 – 81,923 miles
  • 2011 – 76,339 miles
  • 2010 – 68,273 miles
  • 2009 – 61,554 miles
  • 2008 – 57,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,395 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside rear tail gate lens slightly cracked
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/n/s (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous6 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Engine under and sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,395 miles (+439)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,395 miles
    Test number
    910239172921
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tail gate lens slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass98,956 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,956 miles
    Test number
    257322102626
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding - protective coatings fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine under and sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust brackets corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs worn and pitted
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre wearing on edges and cracking
    • AdvisoryRear indicators discolouring
    • AdvisorySlight play in ns steering rack
    • AdvisorySlight play in ns track rod end

  3. Fail98,955 miles (+13)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,955 miles
    Test number
    794551167146
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed nsr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken osf (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine under and sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs worn and pitted
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre wearing on edges and cracking
    • AdvisoryRear indicators discolouring
    • AdvisorySlight play in ns steering rack
    • AdvisorySlight play in nsf wheel bearing

  4. Fail98,942 miles (+3,926)1 dangerous13 failures2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,942 miles
    Test number
    420150982135
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryE m light on on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine/underside and outer sills covers fitted
    • AdvisoryO/s/r and n/s/f tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear pads properly

  5. Pass95,016 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    95,016 miles
    Test number
    889200132306
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/n/s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

  6. Fail95,016 miles (+898)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,016 miles
    Test number
    752967293633
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/n/s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass94,118 miles (+1,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,118 miles
    Test number
    728930353176
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  8. Pass92,565 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,565 miles
    Test number
    647276205179
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s and o/s/f tyres wear on inner and outer edges
    • NoteOuter sills plastic covers fitted

  9. Fail92,565 miles (+5,097)14 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,565 miles
    Test number
    248923305497
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s and o/s/f tyres wear on inner and outer edges
    • NoteOuter sills plastic covers fitted

  10. Pass87,468 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    87,468 miles
    Test number
    105829104020
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail87,468 miles (+5,545)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,468 miles
    Test number
    555238204091
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass81,923 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    81,923 miles
    Test number
    175679103005
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note1.exhaust system corroded 2.outer sills plastic covers fitted
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail81,923 miles (+5,584)7 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,923 miles
    Test number
    829278203027
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • Note1.exhaust system corroded 2.outer sills plastic covers fitted
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass76,339 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    76,339 miles
    Test number
    925508191248
    • NoteBoot area,outer sill & underside of car not checked properly due to covers
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs wearing,pads not checked
    • NoteO/s/f & rear tyres wearing close to limit
    • NoteO/s/r lens cracked
    • NoteParking brake travel
    • NoteRear coil springs not checked properly inside mounting cups
    • NoteSlight play both front wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play steering rack/collumn

  15. Fail76,339 miles (+8,066)1 failure8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,339 miles
    Test number
    396618791208
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoot area,outer sill & underside of car not checked properly due to covers
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs wearing,pads not checked
    • NoteO/s/f & rear tyres wearing close to limit
    • NoteO/s/r lens cracked
    • NoteParking brake travel
    • NoteRear coil springs not checked properly inside mounting cups
    • NoteSlight play both front wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play steering rack/collumn

  16. Pass68,273 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    68,273 miles
    Test number
    501632110261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped/scored
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front outer tyre wall damaged/cut
    • NoteRear brake discs worn/lipped

  17. Fail68,273 miles (+6,719)8 failures1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,273 miles
    Test number
    210261910284
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped/scored
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front outer tyre wall damaged/cut
    • NoteRear brake discs worn/lipped

  18. Pass61,554 miles (+3,850)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    61,554 miles
    Test number
    554105509217
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag warning light staying on indicating a fault
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges and has slight damage to outer side wall
    • NoteOffside front tyre has slight damage to tread and outer side wall

  19. Pass57,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    57,704 miles
    Test number
    882370488169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 VUP

Does LR05 VUP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 VUP expired on 12 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 VUP?
The MOT on LR05 VUP expired on 12 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 VUP done?
LR05 VUP was recorded at 99,395 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2022, an average of 3,078 miles a year.
Has LR05 VUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 VUP has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LR05 VUP 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 VUP find?
LR05 VUP passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LR05V registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.