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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

LR08 XOYMOT history

LR08 XOY is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 81,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

LR08 XOY black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
81,163 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 XOY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 XOY was last recorded at 81,163 miles on 20 May 2026, 330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,833 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
330 miles
Average per year
3,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,163 miles
  • 2025 – 80,833 miles
  • 2024 – 80,399 miles
  • 2023 – 79,342 miles
  • 2022 – 78,758 miles
  • 2021 – 77,571 miles
  • 2020 – 76,952 miles
  • 2019 – 75,744 miles
  • 2018 – 74,081 miles
  • 2017 – 65,290 miles
  • 2016 – 50,396 miles
  • 2015 – 46,244 miles
  • 2014 – 41,965 miles
  • 2013 – 37,246 miles
  • 2012 – 33,469 miles
  • 2011 – 25,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,163 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Headlamp insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,163 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    81,163 miles
    Test number
    579103564129
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Fail81,163 miles (+330)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,163 miles
    Test number
    674102022192
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass80,833 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    80,833 miles
    Test number
    219034996643
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Fail80,806 miles (+8)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,806 miles
    Test number
    858988281528
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail80,798 miles (+399)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,798 miles
    Test number
    978360583955
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded Suspect fracture unable ti see visually (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass80,399 miles (+1,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    80,399 miles
    Test number
    308246806683
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some testable items

  7. Pass79,342 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    79,342 miles
    Test number
    726886920055
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail79,342 miles (+584)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,342 miles
    Test number
    915031983623
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass78,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    78,758 miles
    Test number
    353865679075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,758 miles (+1,187)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,758 miles
    Test number
    998975750775
    • MajorEmissions not tested failed (8.2.1.2 (d))

  11. Pass77,571 miles (+619)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    77,571 miles
    Test number
    714187683670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,952 miles (+1,208)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    76,952 miles
    Test number
    420063583195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,744 miles (+1,663)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,744 miles
    Test number
    597056059286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,081 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,081 miles
    Test number
    946051994717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,080 miles (+8,790)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,080 miles
    Test number
    697418121375
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass65,290 miles (+94)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,290 miles
    Test number
    848831142926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,196 miles (+14,800)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,196 miles
    Test number
    937050763383
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass50,396 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    50,396 miles
    Test number
    971759955665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,389 miles (+4,145)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,389 miles
    Test number
    710523475554
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  20. Pass46,244 miles (+417)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    46,244 miles
    Test number
    678620725151
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail45,827 miles (+3,862)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,827 miles
    Test number
    907967205191
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass41,965 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,965 miles
    Test number
    859208204136
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCut offside front tyre outer wall
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre perrished

  23. Fail41,965 miles (+255)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,965 miles
    Test number
    717948004132
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCut offside front tyre outer wall
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre perrished

  24. Fail41,710 miles (+47)6 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,710 miles
    Test number
    737819294037
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCuts to offside front tyre wall.
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking,inside tyre wear.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre signs of runflat damage

  25. Fail41,663 miles (+4,417)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,663 miles
    Test number
    109004594475
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut o/s/f tyre outer wall

  26. Pass37,246 miles (+3,777)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    37,246 miles
    Test number
    648377213182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,469 miles (+8,277)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,469 miles
    Test number
    539159112174
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread getting low

  28. Fail25,192 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,192 miles
    Test number
    155232211123
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass25,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    25,192 miles
    Test number
    949042911160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 XOY

Does LR08 XOY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 XOY is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 XOY?
The MOT on LR08 XOY is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 XOY done?
LR08 XOY was recorded at 81,163 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 3,712 miles a year.
Has LR08 XOY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 XOY has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 XOY 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 XOY find?
LR08 XOY passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 advisory: undertrays fitted.

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