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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,148 cc

LS09 RHVMOT history

LS09 RHV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 146,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

LS09 RHV black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2026
Mileage
146,522 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,570 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 RHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 RHV was last recorded at 146,522 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jul 2013: 16,055 miles, lower than 20,044 miles on 26 Jul 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
146,462 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
9,570 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,522 miles
  • 2024 – 140,428 miles
  • 2023 – 136,076 miles
  • 2022 – 130,481 miles
  • 2021 – 124,200 miles
  • 2020 – 119,270 miles
  • 2019 – 99,561 miles
  • 2018 – 80,434 miles
  • 2017 – 73,651 miles
  • 2016 – 65,607 miles
  • 2015 – 54,907 miles
  • 2014 – 44,595 miles
  • 2013 – 16,055 miles
  • 2012 – 20,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,522 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear suspension arm bushes deterioratedRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass146,522 miles (+60)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    146,522 miles
    Test number
    842814778186
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arm bushes deteriorated

  2. Fail146,462 miles (+6,034)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,462 miles
    Test number
    607102353962
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arm bushes deteriorated

  3. Pass140,428 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,428 miles
    Test number
    354981584380
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just met

  4. Fail140,428 miles (+4,352)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,428 miles
    Test number
    749540554306
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just met

  5. Pass136,076 miles (+5,595)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    136,076 miles
    Test number
    709250301045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5mm and worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass130,481 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    130,481 miles
    Test number
    166052438780
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail130,481 miles (+6,281)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,481 miles
    Test number
    763952725444
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass124,200 miles (+4,930)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    124,200 miles
    Test number
    735858703888
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all four (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components

  9. Pass119,270 miles (+19,709)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    119,270 miles
    Test number
    713154237678
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass99,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    99,561 miles
    Test number
    137510604137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,561 miles (+19,127)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,561 miles
    Test number
    474027439271
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass80,434 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    80,434 miles
    Test number
    344786464369
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail80,434 miles (+6,783)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,434 miles
    Test number
    597420055191
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass73,651 miles (+8,044)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    73,651 miles
    Test number
    909956979566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,607 miles (+10,700)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,607 miles
    Test number
    224218031744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,907 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    54,907 miles
    Test number
    716217515209
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail54,891 miles (+10,296)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,891 miles
    Test number
    517766815251
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass44,595 miles (+28,540)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,595 miles
    Test number
    945128914250
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass16,055 miles (-3,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    16,055 miles
    Test number
    125320513297
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass20,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,044 miles
    Test number
    878798002289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 RHV

Does LS09 RHV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 RHV expired on 12 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 RHV?
The MOT on LS09 RHV expired on 12 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 RHV done?
LS09 RHV was recorded at 146,522 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 9,570 miles a year.
Has LS09 RHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 RHV has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS09 RHV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS09 RHV find?
LS09 RHV passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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