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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

LR08 SVLMOT history

LR08 SVL is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2024 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 139,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2023.

LR08 SVL blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2024
Mileage
139,951 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 SVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 SVL was last recorded at 139,951 miles on 1 Jul 2023, 4,183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,768 miles · 8 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
4,183 miles
Average per year
9,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,951 miles
  • 2022 – 135,768 miles
  • 2021 – 131,209 miles
  • 2020 – 125,456 miles
  • 2019 – 118,314 miles
  • 2018 – 108,574 miles
  • 2017 – 104,747 miles
  • 2016 – 91,595 miles
  • 2015 – 77,131 miles
  • 2014 – 60,910 miles
  • 2013 – 44,179 miles
  • 2012 – 29,921 miles
  • 2011 – 26,151 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,951 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,951 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    139,951 miles
    Test number
    404093887760
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail139,951 miles (+4,183)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,951 miles
    Test number
    782237844098
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass135,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    135,768 miles
    Test number
    851291741068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail135,767 miles (+4,558)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,767 miles
    Test number
    331174618712
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass131,209 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    131,209 miles
    Test number
    291648066358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,205 miles (+5,749)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,205 miles
    Test number
    888154256760
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn cast iron (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass125,456 miles (+7,142)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    125,456 miles
    Test number
    883640103551
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers
    • AdvisoryPossible autobox leak
    • AdvisoryVital components underside not fully inspected due to covers

  8. Pass118,314 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,314 miles
    Test number
    929955988178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail118,300 miles (+9,726)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,300 miles
    Test number
    478787704884
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass108,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    108,574 miles
    Test number
    807645360429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail108,574 miles (+3,827)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,574 miles
    Test number
    190441906736
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction displayed on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))

  12. Pass104,747 miles (+13,152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    104,747 miles
    Test number
    802339015559
    • 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)

  13. Pass91,595 miles (+510)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,595 miles
    Test number
    340965965889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,085 miles (+13,954)4 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,085 miles
    Test number
    437529905284
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (2254517) (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement wrong one fitted (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted

  15. Pass77,131 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    77,131 miles
    Test number
    969345635198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail77,131 miles (+16,221)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,131 miles
    Test number
    666513435164
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass60,910 miles (+16,731)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,910 miles
    Test number
    276858814139
    • DangerousO/s/r tyre just on limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre low on inner edge

  18. Pass44,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    44,179 miles
    Test number
    507433853077
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail44,179 miles (+14,258)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,179 miles
    Test number
    257513653052
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass29,921 miles (+3,770)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    29,921 miles
    Test number
    448661752092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,151 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    26,151 miles
    Test number
    457354321150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about LR08 SVL

Does LR08 SVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 SVL expired on 7 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 SVL?
The MOT on LR08 SVL expired on 7 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 SVL done?
LR08 SVL was recorded at 139,951 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2023, an average of 9,359 miles a year.
Has LR08 SVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 SVL has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 SVL 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 SVL find?
LR08 SVL passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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