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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LR55 TXXMOT history

LR55 TXX is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 25 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 117,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LR55 TXX black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
117,295 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 TXX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 TXX was last recorded at 117,295 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,290 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,295 miles
  • 2024 – 112,282 miles
  • 2023 – 107,570 miles
  • 2022 – 105,627 miles
  • 2021 – 103,699 miles
  • 2020 – 102,390 miles
  • 2019 – 100,054 miles
  • 2017 – 92,396 miles
  • 2016 – 90,436 miles
  • 2015 – 85,002 miles
  • 2014 – 83,342 miles
  • 2013 – 80,822 miles
  • 2012 – 77,353 miles
  • 2011 – 74,733 miles
  • 2010 – 69,794 miles
  • 2009 – 65,323 miles
  • 2008 – 48,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,295 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,295 miles (+5)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    117,295 miles
    Test number
    458971261964
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail117,290 miles (+5,008)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,290 miles
    Test number
    614142291970
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass112,282 miles (+4,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    112,282 miles
    Test number
    696396687886
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass107,570 miles (+1,943)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    107,570 miles
    Test number
    801170227747
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass105,627 miles (+1,928)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    105,627 miles
    Test number
    717579984782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,699 miles (+1,309)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,699 miles
    Test number
    731261832375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass102,390 miles (+2,336)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,390 miles
    Test number
    430255176960
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass100,054 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,054 miles
    Test number
    707134278171
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail100,054 miles1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,054 miles
    Test number
    114828789068
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass157,782 km
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    157,782 km
    Test number
    708433611528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,396 miles (+1,960)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    92,396 miles
    Test number
    818964673714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,436 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    90,436 miles
    Test number
    510483917398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,002 miles (+1,660)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,002 miles
    Test number
    939559844695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail83,342 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,342 miles
    Test number
    497685914427
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass83,342 miles (+2,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    83,342 miles
    Test number
    668665614374
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass80,822 miles (+3,469)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,822 miles
    Test number
    658062213393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,353 miles (+57)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,353 miles
    Test number
    457637012388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteESP light on

  18. Fail77,296 miles (+2,563)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,296 miles
    Test number
    177743012392
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteESP light on

  19. Pass74,733 miles (+4,939)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    74,733 miles
    Test number
    555133281265
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  20. Pass69,794 miles (+4,471)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,794 miles
    Test number
    140549570292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,323 miles (+16,698)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,323 miles
    Test number
    111054479228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    48,625 miles
    Test number
    554119868241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 TXX

Does LR55 TXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 TXX is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 TXX?
The MOT on LR55 TXX is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 TXX done?
LR55 TXX was recorded at 117,295 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 4,008 miles a year.
Has LR55 TXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 TXX has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 TXX 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 LR55 TXX find?
LR55 TXX passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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