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Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,148 cc

LR54 MFJMOT history

LR54 MFJ is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 17 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 204,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2023.

LR54 MFJ grey Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2023
Mileage
204,710 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 MFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR54 MFJ was last recorded at 204,710 miles on 8 Jul 2023, 11,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,921 miles · 8 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
11,789 miles
Average per year
7,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 204,710 miles
  • 2022 – 192,921 miles
  • 2021 – 178,050 miles
  • 2020 – 167,132 miles
  • 2019 – 154,962 miles
  • 2018 – 139,597 miles
  • 2017 – 123,103 miles
  • 2016 – 119,010 miles
  • 2015 – 113,050 miles
  • 2014 – 108,205 miles
  • 2013 – 104,030 miles
  • 2012 – 99,807 miles
  • 2011 – 95,339 miles
  • 2010 – 90,417 miles
  • 2009 – 90,106 miles
  • 2008 – 86,556 miles
  • 2007 – 83,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail204,710 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail204,710 miles (+11,789)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,710 miles
    Test number
    206750185392
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass192,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    192,921 miles
    Test number
    372891977207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail192,921 miles (+14,871)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,921 miles
    Test number
    574101221249
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass178,050 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    178,050 miles
    Test number
    120130911356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail178,048 miles (+10,916)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,048 miles
    Test number
    478243518022
    • MajorEmissions not tested low fuel (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass167,132 miles (+12,170)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    167,132 miles
    Test number
    669351637891
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass154,962 miles (+15,365)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,962 miles
    Test number
    958143445120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass139,597 miles (+16,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    139,597 miles
    Test number
    822332373445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass123,103 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    123,103 miles
    Test number
    655433129891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail123,102 miles (+4,092)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,102 miles
    Test number
    584599132747
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass119,010 miles (+5,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,010 miles
    Test number
    208313227000
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  12. Pass113,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,050 miles
    Test number
    315591015204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail113,050 miles (+1,415)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,050 miles
    Test number
    487031715268
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass111,635 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    111,635 miles
    Test number
    998152025029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail111,635 miles (+3,430)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,635 miles
    Test number
    407382225007
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass108,205 miles (+4,175)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    108,205 miles
    Test number
    817869204036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust support bracket corroded

  17. Pass104,030 miles (+4,223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    104,030 miles
    Test number
    737717813022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass99,807 miles (+4,468)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    99,807 miles
    Test number
    426879112079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass95,339 miles (+4,922)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    95,339 miles
    Test number
    999400321005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,417 miles (+311)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    90,417 miles
    Test number
    294838420002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,106 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    90,106 miles
    Test number
    414678809441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail90,106 miles (+3,550)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,106 miles
    Test number
    252304709318
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass86,556 miles (+2,873)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    86,556 miles
    Test number
    222324908389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    83,683 miles
    Test number
    831378197272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 MFJ

Does LR54 MFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 MFJ expired on 7 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 MFJ?
The MOT on LR54 MFJ expired on 7 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 MFJ done?
LR54 MFJ was recorded at 204,710 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2023, an average of 7,708 miles a year.
Has LR54 MFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 MFJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR54 MFJ 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 LR54 MFJ find?
LR54 MFJ failed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2023 with 2 dangerous defects and 5 major defects: offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 4 more.

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