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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LR55 WRUMOT history

LR55 WRU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 162,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2023.

LR55 WRU silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2024
Mileage
162,645 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 WRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 WRU was last recorded at 162,645 miles on 2 Dec 2023, 9,711 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,934 miles · 30 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
9,711 miles
Average per year
7,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,645 miles
  • 2022 – 152,934 miles
  • 2021 – 142,063 miles
  • 2020 – 136,030 miles
  • 2019 – 130,850 miles
  • 2018 – 120,868 miles
  • 2017 – 115,723 miles
  • 2016 – 110,093 miles
  • 2015 – 105,425 miles
  • 2014 – 100,865 miles
  • 2013 – 95,213 miles
  • 2012 – 85,271 miles
  • 2011 – 74,721 miles
  • 2010 – 69,201 miles
  • 2009 – 57,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,645 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,645 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    162,645 miles
    Test number
    986796592595
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail162,641 miles (+9,707)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,641 miles
    Test number
    956504158094
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass152,934 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,934 miles
    Test number
    165231573748
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail152,931 miles (+10,868)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,931 miles
    Test number
    356252962505
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass142,063 miles (+6,033)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    142,063 miles
    Test number
    782215018468
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    136,030 miles
    Test number
    134730085399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail136,030 miles (+5,180)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,030 miles
    Test number
    910841463985
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  8. Pass130,850 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    130,850 miles
    Test number
    543923309718
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail130,848 miles (+9,980)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,848 miles
    Test number
    117451185098
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass120,868 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    120,868 miles
    Test number
    423414583804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,863 miles (+5,140)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,863 miles
    Test number
    999327798917
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass115,723 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    115,723 miles
    Test number
    802672781674
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket broken but system still supported
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just passed 18%

  13. Fail115,705 miles (+5,612)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,705 miles
    Test number
    562180367860
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket broken but system still supported
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just passed 18%

  14. Pass110,093 miles (+4,668)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    110,093 miles
    Test number
    697420185482
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin not urgent (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake imbalance
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass105,425 miles (+4,560)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    105,425 miles
    Test number
    698063286433
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust bracket broken but system still supported

  16. Pass100,865 miles (+5,652)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    100,865 miles
    Test number
    746598514216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,213 miles (+9,942)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    95,213 miles
    Test number
    725362713200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,271 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    85,271 miles
    Test number
    916732322234
    • NoteExhaust mounting between rear silencers corroded but system still supported
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail85,266 miles (+10,545)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,266 miles
    Test number
    555391022219
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust mounting between rear silencers corroded but system still supported
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass74,721 miles (+5,520)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,721 miles
    Test number
    548860411250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,201 miles (+11,915)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,201 miles
    Test number
    293842880172
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside headlamp aim slightly low
    • NoteTravel at parking brake pedal

  22. Pass57,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,286 miles
    Test number
    212151169462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 WRU

Does LR55 WRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 WRU expired on 1 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 WRU?
The MOT on LR55 WRU expired on 1 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 WRU done?
LR55 WRU was recorded at 162,645 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2023, an average of 7,277 miles a year.
Has LR55 WRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 WRU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 WRU 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 WRU find?
LR55 WRU passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2023 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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