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Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

LS05 VKEMOT history

LS05 VKE is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 8 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 120,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2021.

LS05 VKE blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2022
Mileage
120,477 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2021
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 VKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 VKE was last recorded at 120,477 miles on 7 Dec 2021, 1,966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
118,511 miles · 27 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
1,966 miles
Average per year
5,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 120,477 miles
  • 2020 – 118,511 miles
  • 2019 – 113,442 miles
  • 2018 – 106,053 miles
  • 2017 – 102,500 miles
  • 2016 – 96,510 miles
  • 2015 – 89,974 miles
  • 2014 – 82,285 miles
  • 2013 – 74,391 miles
  • 2012 – 65,252 miles
  • 2011 – 59,513 miles
  • 2010 – 57,261 miles
  • 2009 – 51,743 miles
  • 2008 – 49,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,477 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 19 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,477 miles (+1,966)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    120,477 miles
    Test number
    374116386324
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass118,511 miles (+5,069)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,511 miles
    Test number
    344641808929
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEsp message on dash

  3. Pass113,442 miles (+7,389)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,442 miles
    Test number
    116415618054
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link gaitor (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass106,053 miles (+3,553)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    106,053 miles
    Test number
    175628117330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass102,500 miles (+5,990)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    102,500 miles
    Test number
    739898930237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  6. Pass96,510 miles (+6,536)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,510 miles
    Test number
    790200250647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,974 miles (+7,689)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,974 miles
    Test number
    338451165154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,285 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    82,285 miles
    Test number
    119654454104
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteParking brake shoes & drums sound dusty / rusty

  9. Fail82,285 miles (+7,894)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,285 miles
    Test number
    259454554148
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteParking brake shoes & drums sound dusty / rusty

  10. Pass74,391 miles (+9,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    74,391 miles
    Test number
    548678863155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass65,252 miles (+5,739)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,252 miles
    Test number
    708881962111
    • NoteNsr tyre close to limit
    • NoteOsr tyre on limit

  12. Pass59,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,513 miles
    Test number
    719406061185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,513 miles (+2,252)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,513 miles
    Test number
    969986361171
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass57,261 miles (+5,518)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,261 miles
    Test number
    543596060103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,743 miles (+2,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    51,743 miles
    Test number
    154498749106
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass49,171 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    49,171 miles
    Test number
    722331878100
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS05 VKE

Does LS05 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 VKE expired on 6 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 VKE?
The MOT on LS05 VKE expired on 6 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 VKE done?
LS05 VKE was recorded at 120,477 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2021, an average of 5,295 miles a year.
Has LS05 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 VKE has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2014.
Has the mileage on LS05 VKE 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 LS05 VKE find?
LS05 VKE passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2021 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer; offside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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