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Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,148 cc

LS08 FPUMOT history

LS08 FPU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 74,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

LS08 FPU silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
74,171 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 FPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 FPU was last recorded at 74,171 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 8,912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,259 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,912 miles
Average per year
3,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,171 miles
  • 2025 – 65,259 miles
  • 2024 – 55,211 miles
  • 2023 – 51,597 miles
  • 2022 – 50,865 miles
  • 2021 – 49,962 miles
  • 2020 – 48,614 miles
  • 2019 – 47,582 miles
  • 2018 – 46,551 miles
  • 2017 – 45,535 miles
  • 2016 – 44,128 miles
  • 2015 – 42,254 miles
  • 2014 – 41,539 miles
  • 2013 – 36,753 miles
  • 2012 – 29,591 miles
  • 2011 – 23,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,171 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,171 miles (+8,912)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    74,171 miles
    Test number
    876401132460
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass65,259 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    65,259 miles
    Test number
    385213064501
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail65,259 miles (+10,048)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,259 miles
    Test number
    962411598630
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade damaged/split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass55,211 miles (+3,614)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    55,211 miles
    Test number
    584447093143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,597 miles (+732)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    51,597 miles
    Test number
    678736163696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,865 miles (+903)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    50,865 miles
    Test number
    552107837390
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre slightly damaged on outer wall no ply/cord exposed at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass49,962 miles (+1,348)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    49,962 miles
    Test number
    175225151005
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning up to 1/2 not functioning at time of test advise repair (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Pass48,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,614 miles
    Test number
    351362550646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail48,614 miles (+1,032)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,614 miles
    Test number
    127152968528
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass47,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    47,582 miles
    Test number
    166653417993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,575 miles (+1,024)4 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,575 miles
    Test number
    506915255660
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass46,551 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    46,551 miles
    Test number
    688209815555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,518 miles (+983)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,518 miles
    Test number
    865434447108
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  14. Pass45,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,535 miles
    Test number
    785059229733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail45,535 miles (+1,407)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,535 miles
    Test number
    488228505578
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass44,128 miles (+1,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    44,128 miles
    Test number
    996407133240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly feathering on outside edge

  17. Pass42,254 miles (+715)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    42,254 miles
    Test number
    838474025256
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass41,539 miles (+4,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    41,539 miles
    Test number
    635204124234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail36,753 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,753 miles
    Test number
    247428023211
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass36,753 miles (+7,162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    36,753 miles
    Test number
    917568223201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,591 miles (+6,180)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    29,591 miles
    Test number
    326800432493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,411 miles (+336)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    23,411 miles
    Test number
    878940231295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    23,075 miles
    Test number
    147246131144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS08 FPU

Does LS08 FPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 FPU is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS08 FPU?
The MOT on LS08 FPU is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 FPU done?
LS08 FPU was recorded at 74,171 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 3,348 miles a year.
Has LS08 FPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 FPU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS08 FPU 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 LS08 FPU find?
LS08 FPU passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside side repeater slightly discoloured.

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