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Mercedes-Benz C

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LR08 GVAMOT history

LR08 GVA is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 165,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LR08 GVA grey Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2026
Mileage
165,088 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,435 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 GVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 GVA was last recorded at 165,088 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 22,192 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,896 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
22,192 miles
Average per year
6,435 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,088 miles
  • 2025 – 142,896 miles
  • 2024 – 140,020 miles
  • 2023 – 136,760 miles
  • 2022 – 136,085 miles
  • 2021 – 132,871 miles
  • 2019 – 128,794 miles
  • 2018 – 125,323 miles
  • 2017 – 117,649 miles
  • 2016 – 112,066 miles
  • 2014 – 108,143 miles
  • 2013 – 104,383 miles
  • 2012 – 100,694 miles
  • 2011 – 91,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail165,088 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail165,088 miles (+22,192)6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,088 miles
    Test number
    442707818216
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass142,896 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    142,896 miles
    Test number
    727819661982
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Fail142,896 miles (+2,876)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,896 miles
    Test number
    989435493806
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Pass140,020 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    140,020 miles
    Test number
    404378425526
    • AdvisoryEngine & Body Undertrays Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater lens damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail140,020 miles (+3,260)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,020 miles
    Test number
    300758936856
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Upper Boot Split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower Boot Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine & Body Undertrays Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Central (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater lens damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Outer Sidewall, 5mm, 2015, 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass136,760 miles (+675)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    136,760 miles
    Test number
    479552692115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,085 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    136,085 miles
    Test number
    252456891008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail135,999 miles (+3,128)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,999 miles
    Test number
    379111429452
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass132,871 miles (+4,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    132,871 miles
    Test number
    801438024970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass128,794 miles (+3,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    128,794 miles
    Test number
    165767849490
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass125,323 miles (+3,426)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    125,323 miles
    Test number
    375874853501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass121,897 miles (+4,248)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,897 miles
    Test number
    232685670773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass117,649 miles (+5,583)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    117,649 miles
    Test number
    765072221301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,066 miles (+3,923)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,066 miles
    Test number
    269411854730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass108,143 miles (+3,760)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    108,143 miles
    Test number
    707280534316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,383 miles (+3,689)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    104,383 miles
    Test number
    337928953380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,694 miles (+8,787)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    100,694 miles
    Test number
    518529522384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,907 miles (+24,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    91,907 miles
    Test number
    477326551424
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass67,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,672 miles
    Test number
    106977321031
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LR08 GVA

Does LR08 GVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 GVA expired on 8 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 GVA?
The MOT on LR08 GVA expired on 8 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 GVA done?
LR08 GVA was recorded at 165,088 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 6,435 miles a year.
Has LR08 GVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 GVA has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 GVA 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 GVA find?
LR08 GVA failed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 11 more.

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