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Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,143 cc

LR59 GZXMOT history

LR59 GZX is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 23 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 154,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LR59 GZX grey Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
154,454 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 GZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 GZX was last recorded at 154,454 miles on 12 May 2026, 11,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,254 miles · 10 May 2025
Between the last two tests
11,200 miles
Average per year
9,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,454 miles
  • 2025 – 143,254 miles
  • 2024 – 136,712 miles
  • 2023 – 111,012 miles
  • 2022 – 83,858 miles
  • 2021 – 80,164 miles
  • 2020 – 78,453 miles
  • 2019 – 74,587 miles
  • 2018 – 68,233 miles
  • 2017 – 63,377 miles
  • 2016 – 56,779 miles
  • 2015 – 50,116 miles
  • 2014 – 43,752 miles
  • 2013 – 35,116 miles
  • 2012 – 28,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,454 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • 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))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,454 miles (+11,200)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    154,454 miles
    Test number
    195178083941
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  2. Pass143,254 miles (+6,542)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2026
    Odometer
    143,254 miles
    Test number
    761994206161
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass136,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    136,712 miles
    Test number
    214972150870
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Fail136,712 miles (+25,700)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,712 miles
    Test number
    454578544323
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass111,012 miles (+27,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    111,012 miles
    Test number
    713738260049
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle
  6. Pass83,858 miles (+3,694)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    83,858 miles
    Test number
    996773600047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,164 miles (+1,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    80,164 miles
    Test number
    959532570485
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Dash-cam
  8. Pass78,453 miles (+3,866)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    78,453 miles
    Test number
    818542452131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,587 miles (+6,354)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,587 miles
    Test number
    821639862731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,233 miles (+4,856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,233 miles
    Test number
    293240927123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle.
  11. Pass63,377 miles (+85)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    63,377 miles
    Test number
    468928785676
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  12. Fail63,292 miles (+6,513)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,292 miles
    Test number
    113665858001
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass56,779 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,779 miles
    Test number
    749833725727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,116 miles (+6,364)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,116 miles
    Test number
    165891085139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,752 miles (+8,636)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    43,752 miles
    Test number
    539922894153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,116 miles (+6,909)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,116 miles
    Test number
    245157093466
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on the edges and have cuts in them but not to cords
  17. Pass28,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,207 miles
    Test number
    439668502218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 GZX

Does LR59 GZX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 GZX is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 GZX?
The MOT on LR59 GZX is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 GZX done?
LR59 GZX was recorded at 154,454 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 9,153 miles a year.
Has LR59 GZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 GZX has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR59 GZX 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 GZX find?
LR59 GZX passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; front coil spring corroded both; offside front inner track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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