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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LR08 GOUMOT history

LR08 GOU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2023 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 212,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2022.

LR08 GOU black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2023
Mileage
212,840 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2022
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 GOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 GOU was last recorded at 212,840 miles on 3 Oct 2022, 5,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
207,102 miles · 14 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
5,738 miles
Average per year
10,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 212,840 miles
  • 2021 – 207,102 miles
  • 2020 – 200,075 miles
  • 2018 – 174,451 miles
  • 2017 – 153,853 miles
  • 2016 – 129,027 miles
  • 2015 – 122,834 miles
  • 2014 – 116,593 miles
  • 2013 – 109,300 miles
  • 2012 – 102,475 miles
  • 2011 – 88,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,840 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

14 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,840 miles (+5,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    212,840 miles
    Test number
    567008826042
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass207,102 miles (+7,027)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    207,102 miles
    Test number
    434679040834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass200,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    200,075 miles
    Test number
    286746762431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail200,074 miles (+25,623)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,074 miles
    Test number
    591731858788
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass174,451 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    174,451 miles
    Test number
    285075035887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail174,445 miles (+20,592)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,445 miles
    Test number
    506584321556
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass153,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    153,853 miles
    Test number
    656110824582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail153,853 miles (+24,826)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,853 miles
    Test number
    388652174011
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass129,027 miles (+6,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    129,027 miles
    Test number
    514491490777
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass122,834 miles (+6,241)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    122,834 miles
    Test number
    938349815187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,593 miles (+7,293)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    116,593 miles
    Test number
    936596664013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,300 miles (+6,825)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    109,300 miles
    Test number
    379915663089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,475 miles (+13,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,475 miles
    Test number
    369632562077
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass88,816 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    88,816 miles
    Test number
    196722651490
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about LR08 GOU

Does LR08 GOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 GOU expired on 2 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 GOU?
The MOT on LR08 GOU expired on 2 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 GOU done?
LR08 GOU was recorded at 212,840 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2022, an average of 10,679 miles a year.
Has LR08 GOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 GOU has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LR08 GOU 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 LR08 GOU find?
LR08 GOU passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2022 with 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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