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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

LS51 OHAMOT history

LS51 OHA is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 168,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2022.

LS51 OHA blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2023
Mileage
168,342 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 OHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 OHA was last recorded at 168,342 miles on 5 Nov 2022, 2,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,826 miles · 12 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
2,516 miles
Average per year
6,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 168,342 miles
  • 2021 – 165,826 miles
  • 2020 – 163,180 miles
  • 2019 – 160,323 miles
  • 2018 – 156,513 miles
  • 2017 – 152,225 miles
  • 2016 – 146,595 miles
  • 2015 – 139,116 miles
  • 2014 – 131,576 miles
  • 2013 – 124,433 miles
  • 2012 – 117,193 miles
  • 2011 – 109,601 miles
  • 2010 – 101,842 miles
  • 2009 – 93,617 miles
  • 2008 – 85,857 miles
  • 2007 – 77,268 miles
  • 2006 – 69,336 miles
  • 2005 – 58,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,342 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake pads are worn low and brake discs are worn thin.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front suspension lower leading arm inner bushes in poor condition.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joints.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,342 miles (+2,516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    168,342 miles
    Test number
    662327359377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass165,826 miles (+2,646)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    165,826 miles
    Test number
    718287935572
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass163,180 miles (+2,857)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    163,180 miles
    Test number
    202496279144
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass160,323 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    160,323 miles
    Test number
    971271442405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail160,323 miles (+3,810)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,323 miles
    Test number
    275817877790
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass156,513 miles (+4,288)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    156,513 miles
    Test number
    189975411911
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush is perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush is perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass152,225 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    152,225 miles
    Test number
    314886561882
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are worn low and brake discs are worn thin.
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lower leading arm inner bushes in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints.

  8. Fail152,207 miles (+5,612)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,207 miles
    Test number
    544161409477
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Same joint also has some play. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are worn low and brake discs are worn thin.
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lower leading arm inner bushes in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints.

  9. Pass146,595 miles (+7,479)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    146,595 miles
    Test number
    372570035435
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE WORN OW ON TYRE EDGES
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass139,116 miles (+7,540)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    139,116 miles
    Test number
    578134826909
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR DRIVESHAFTS INNER C.V GAITORS PERISHED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F FOG LIGHT LENS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail131,576 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,576 miles
    Test number
    309407284421
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  12. Pass131,576 miles (+7,143)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    131,576 miles
    Test number
    907967284291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass124,433 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    124,433 miles
    Test number
    457617193261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail124,400 miles (+7,207)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,400 miles
    Test number
    706065993247
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper 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 coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass117,193 miles (+7,592)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    117,193 miles
    Test number
    386181492262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front fog light lense broken

  16. Pass109,601 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    109,601 miles
    Test number
    309561991474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail109,413 miles (+7,571)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,413 miles
    Test number
    467055281251
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges (4mm/tracking)

  18. Pass101,842 miles (+8,225)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    101,842 miles
    Test number
    911437580233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass93,617 miles (+7,760)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    93,617 miles
    Test number
    150275489249
    • NoteDrivers screen washer poor.....
    • NoteWipers smear.....

  20. Pass85,857 miles (+8,589)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    85,857 miles
    Test number
    170161798299
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread on limit, n/s/r close to limit....
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger corroded...
    • NoteRear outer brake pads appear low , advise replacements....

  21. Pass77,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    77,268 miles
    Test number
    382734887404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail77,263 miles (+7,927)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,263 miles
    Test number
    161304287297
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre tread close to limit.....
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger corroded.....

  23. Pass69,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    69,336 miles
    Test number
    713210696214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,334 miles (+10,473)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,334 miles
    Test number
    932300096228
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise parking brake shoe inspections..
    • NoteDrivers side repeater damaged, advise repair..
    • NoteRear exhaust hanger corroded...
    • NoteWipers smear..

  25. Pass58,861 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    58,861 miles
    Test number
    873314585235
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS51 OHA

Does LS51 OHA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 OHA expired on 11 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 OHA?
The MOT on LS51 OHA expired on 11 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 OHA done?
LS51 OHA was recorded at 168,342 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2022, an average of 6,414 miles a year.
Has LS51 OHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 OHA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on LS51 OHA 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 LS51 OHA find?
LS51 OHA passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear, and 1 more.

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