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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,597 cc

LR59 FBAMOT history

LR59 FBA is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 17 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 219,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2023.

LR59 FBA black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2024
Mileage
219,850 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2023
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 FBA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 FBA was last recorded at 219,850 miles on 4 Sept 2023, 10,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,545 miles · 31 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
10,305 miles
Average per year
9,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 219,850 miles
  • 2022 – 209,545 miles
  • 2021 – 196,665 miles
  • 2020 – 184,109 miles
  • 2019 – 167,556 miles
  • 2018 – 147,622 miles
  • 2017 – 143,379 miles
  • 2016 – 142,485 miles
  • 2015 – 132,975 miles
  • 2013 – 121,773 miles
  • 2012 – 114,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,850 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,850 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    219,850 miles
    Test number
    679134177713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail219,849 miles (+10,304)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,849 miles
    Test number
    480400622619
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass209,545 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    209,545 miles
    Test number
    594173483585
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has only just met requirements may need adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryWashers need slight attention

  4. Fail209,543 miles (+12,878)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,543 miles
    Test number
    699308445297
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel parking brake pedal (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryWashers need slight attention

  5. Pass196,665 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    196,665 miles
    Test number
    473559515859
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Fail196,662 miles (+12,553)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,662 miles
    Test number
    319111647368
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  7. Pass184,109 miles (+16,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    184,109 miles
    Test number
    601800505087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHand brake readings only just past.

  8. Pass167,556 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    167,556 miles
    Test number
    519029533715
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail167,554 miles (+19,932)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,554 miles
    Test number
    307579168958
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTowbar component excessively damaged unable to test (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass147,622 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    147,622 miles
    Test number
    835853987439
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail147,573 miles (+4,194)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,573 miles
    Test number
    407026238523
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass143,379 miles (+894)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    143,379 miles
    Test number
    259092623963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass142,485 miles (+9,510)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    142,485 miles
    Test number
    805333099570
    • AdvisoryEngine cover + Under tray fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront + O/S/R Tyres wearing on edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass132,975 miles (+11,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    132,975 miles
    Test number
    935908855088
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail121,773 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,773 miles
    Test number
    165304333341
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass121,773 miles (+6,809)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    121,773 miles
    Test number
    867954433317
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass114,964 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    114,964 miles
    Test number
    857276122363
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LR59 FBA

Does LR59 FBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR59 FBA expired on 5 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR59 FBA?
The MOT on LR59 FBA expired on 5 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR59 FBA done?
LR59 FBA was recorded at 219,850 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2023, an average of 9,726 miles a year.
Has LR59 FBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 FBA has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LR59 FBA 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 LR59 FBA find?
LR59 FBA passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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