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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LR08 XRXMOT history

LR08 XRX is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 73,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

LR08 XRX black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
73,882 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 XRX
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
19 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 XRX was last recorded at 73,882 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,882 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,882 miles
  • 2025 – 73,340 miles
  • 2024 – 70,734 miles
  • 2023 – 68,563 miles
  • 2022 – 66,183 miles
  • 2021 – 63,960 miles
  • 2020 – 62,175 miles
  • 2019 – 59,668 miles
  • 2018 – 55,354 miles
  • 2017 – 51,334 miles
  • 2016 – 46,339 miles
  • 2015 – 41,338 miles
  • 2014 – 36,797 miles
  • 2013 – 30,505 miles
  • 2012 – 25,295 miles
  • 2011 – 20,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,882 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back and both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,882 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    73,882 miles
    Test number
    422734580933
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail73,882 miles (+17)1 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,882 miles
    Test number
    124250111904
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail73,865 miles (+525)3 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,865 miles
    Test number
    329328787584
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass73,340 miles (+2,606)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    73,340 miles
    Test number
    403474128753
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Both) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened plastic covers fitted to arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened plastic covers fitted to arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass70,734 miles (+2,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    70,734 miles
    Test number
    212986693325
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake back plates rusty
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rusty
  6. Pass68,563 miles (+2,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    68,563 miles
    Test number
    126717068626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass66,183 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,183 miles
    Test number
    372791492659
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back and both rear (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail66,182 miles (+2,222)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,182 miles
    Test number
    237578834706
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back and both rear (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass63,960 miles (+1,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,960 miles
    Test number
    140874853943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass62,175 miles (+2,507)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    62,175 miles
    Test number
    603744443816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,668 miles (+4,314)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    59,668 miles
    Test number
    227945899511
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass55,354 miles (+4,020)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    55,354 miles
    Test number
    408005758887
    • AdvisoryFront to back steel brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNear side front lower rear ball joint worn
    • AdvisoryOff side front lower rear arm bush worn
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms rusty
  13. Pass51,334 miles (+4,995)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    51,334 miles
    Test number
    656640163520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,339 miles
    Test number
    320363614280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,339 miles (+5,001)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,339 miles
    Test number
    588457491654
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass41,338 miles (+4,541)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,338 miles
    Test number
    121062266132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass36,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,797 miles
    Test number
    149554844253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,797 miles (+6,292)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,797 miles
    Test number
    895599434246
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  19. Pass30,505 miles (+5,210)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    30,505 miles
    Test number
    807950653140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,295 miles (+4,446)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,295 miles
    Test number
    277684012492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    20,849 miles
    Test number
    235240811444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 XRX

Does LR08 XRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 XRX is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 XRX?
The MOT on LR08 XRX is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 XRX done?
LR08 XRX was recorded at 73,882 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 3,441 miles a year.
Has LR08 XRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 XRX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 XRX 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 XRX find?
LR08 XRX passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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