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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,148 cc

LS02 NEWMOT history

LS02 NEW is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 108,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

LS02 NEW silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
108,967 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 NEW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 NEW was last recorded at 108,967 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,967 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,967 miles
  • 2024 – 108,888 miles
  • 2023 – 108,191 miles
  • 2022 – 107,399 miles
  • 2021 – 107,320 miles
  • 2020 – 106,985 miles
  • 2019 – 106,007 miles
  • 2018 – 104,041 miles
  • 2017 – 102,416 miles
  • 2016 – 101,210 miles
  • 2015 – 98,720 miles
  • 2014 – 96,246 miles
  • 2013 – 90,005 miles
  • 2012 – 86,433 miles
  • 2011 – 82,554 miles
  • 2010 – 78,969 miles
  • 2009 – 75,238 miles
  • 2008 – 68,804 miles
  • 2007 – 61,501 miles
  • 2006 – 54,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,967 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,967 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    108,967 miles
    Test number
    171507775314
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail108,967 miles (+79)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,967 miles
    Test number
    628517655159
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,888 miles (+697)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,888 miles
    Test number
    876626753862
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlightly corrosion underneath

  4. Pass108,191 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,191 miles
    Test number
    184094231004
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe and other components

  5. Fail108,191 miles (+792)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,191 miles
    Test number
    275362224371
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe and other components

  6. Pass107,399 miles (+79)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    107,399 miles
    Test number
    419955982530
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass107,320 miles (+335)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    107,320 miles
    Test number
    796723809960
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering noisy

  8. Pass106,985 miles (+978)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    106,985 miles
    Test number
    382787709119
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass106,007 miles (+1,966)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    106,007 miles
    Test number
    193536634611
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt in poor condition
    • AdvisoryPower steering noisey on operation

  10. Pass104,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    104,041 miles
    Test number
    425855340293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,039 miles (+1,623)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,039 miles
    Test number
    842051456601
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint m (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass102,416 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    102,416 miles
    Test number
    825384889656
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail102,415 miles (+1,205)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,415 miles
    Test number
    136730385583
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint steel (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint alloy (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass101,210 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    101,210 miles
    Test number
    540906937009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail101,210 miles (+2,490)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,210 miles
    Test number
    318936278793
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass98,720 miles (+151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,720 miles
    Test number
    408971245086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail98,569 miles (+2,323)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,569 miles
    Test number
    236650625012
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  18. Pass96,246 miles (+8)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    96,246 miles
    Test number
    225741134036
    • NoteChip to screen
    • NoteN/s rear shockabsorber damp
    • NoteTyre pressures appear uneven

  19. Fail96,238 miles (+6,233)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,238 miles
    Test number
    256148124041
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • NoteChip to screen
    • NoteN/s rear shockabsorber damp
    • NoteTyre pressures appear uneven

  20. Pass90,005 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    90,005 miles
    Test number
    658391313069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail90,005 miles (+3,572)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,005 miles
    Test number
    457241013029
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass86,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,433 miles
    Test number
    638868612066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail86,432 miles (+3,878)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,432 miles
    Test number
    415378312099
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass82,554 miles (+3,585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    82,554 miles
    Test number
    867031521045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass78,969 miles (+3,731)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    78,969 miles
    Test number
    130078810460
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front seat belt slow to retract

  26. Pass75,238 miles (+6,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    75,238 miles
    Test number
    904931569073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass68,804 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    68,804 miles
    Test number
    544824378023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Fail68,804 miles (+7,303)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,804 miles
    Test number
    100214578015
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRegistration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass61,501 miles (+6,714)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    61,501 miles
    Test number
    152246047018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass54,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    54,787 miles
    Test number
    101782276457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 NEW

Does LS02 NEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS02 NEW is valid until 24 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS02 NEW?
The MOT on LS02 NEW is valid until 24 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS02 NEW done?
LS02 NEW was recorded at 108,967 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 2,762 miles a year.
Has LS02 NEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 NEW has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS02 NEW 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 LS02 NEW find?
LS02 NEW passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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