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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LR55 YUSMOT history

LR55 YUS is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 101,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

LR55 YUS black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
101,219 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 YUS
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
18 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 YUS was last recorded at 101,219 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,128 miles · 4 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
4,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,219 miles
  • 2025 – 98,513 miles
  • 2024 – 96,697 miles
  • 2023 – 94,616 miles
  • 2022 – 92,315 miles
  • 2021 – 91,470 miles
  • 2020 – 89,670 miles
  • 2019 – 88,252 miles
  • 2018 – 84,929 miles
  • 2017 – 82,058 miles
  • 2016 – 79,065 miles
  • 2015 – 74,826 miles
  • 2014 – 69,076 miles
  • 2013 – 61,877 miles
  • 2012 – 55,257 miles
  • 2011 – 48,906 miles
  • 2010 – 33,322 miles
  • 2009 – 23,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,219 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps cloudy (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • General underbody corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,219 miles (+91)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    101,219 miles
    Test number
    478989904923
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail101,128 miles (+2,615)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,128 miles
    Test number
    951291809835
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass98,513 miles (+33)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    98,513 miles
    Test number
    226742285530
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge BALD (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge BALD (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail98,480 miles (+1,783)1 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,480 miles
    Test number
    656630490702
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge BALD (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge BALD (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass96,697 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    96,697 miles
    Test number
    996774855178
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres different sizes to rears
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear lower arms corroded with plastic coverings
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  6. Fail96,691 miles (+2,075)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,691 miles
    Test number
    145398077947
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc backplates heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded with broken mountings
    • AdvisoryFront tyres different sizes to rears
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear lower arms corroded with plastic coverings
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  7. Pass94,616 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    94,616 miles
    Test number
    375871186789
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency poor
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake disc heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic coverings on rear lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryRear brake flexi hoses perished

  8. Fail94,612 miles (+2,297)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,612 miles
    Test number
    176745664189
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency poor
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake disc heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryPlastic coverings on rear lower suspension arms
    • AdvisoryRear brake flexi hoses perished

  9. Pass92,315 miles (+845)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    92,315 miles
    Test number
    880982698990
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills shields
    • AdvisoryRusty underside

  10. Pass91,470 miles (+1,800)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    91,470 miles
    Test number
    313505368338
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door Mirror Glass Deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Hanger Broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass89,670 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,670 miles
    Test number
    920841640255
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre tread wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail89,670 miles (+1,418)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,670 miles
    Test number
    531625487616
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre tread wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass88,252 miles (+3,323)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,252 miles
    Test number
    302308409692
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass84,929 miles (+2,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,929 miles
    Test number
    873008791737
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe over axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass82,058 miles (+2,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    82,058 miles
    Test number
    704072779876
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass79,065 miles (+4,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    79,065 miles
    Test number
    963152719281
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  17. Pass74,826 miles (+5,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    74,826 miles
    Test number
    265561219470
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass69,076 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,076 miles
    Test number
    859791614336
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail69,076 miles (+7,199)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,076 miles
    Test number
    886251014362
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail61,877 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,877 miles
    Test number
    565722913321
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre tread of both rear tyres wearing low
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread wearing slightly on outer edge

  21. Pass61,877 miles (+6,620)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    61,877 miles
    Test number
    659862113306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre tread of both rear tyres wearing low
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread wearing slightly on outer edge

  22. Pass55,257 miles (+6,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,257 miles
    Test number
    939874912356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass48,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    199958411373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail48,906 miles (+3,422)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    876108511308
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass45,484 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,484 miles
    Test number
    377002101119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,382 miles (+12,060)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,382 miles
    Test number
    876980091011
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass33,322 miles (+10,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,322 miles
    Test number
    292139080031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass23,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,174 miles
    Test number
    180552189016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail23,174 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,174 miles
    Test number
    203602089062
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR55 YUS

Does LR55 YUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 YUS is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 YUS?
The MOT on LR55 YUS is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 YUS done?
LR55 YUS was recorded at 101,219 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 4,484 miles a year.
Has LR55 YUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 YUS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR55 YUS 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 YUS find?
LR55 YUS passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 10 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front headlamps cloudy; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 7 more.

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