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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LS54 YAEMOT history

LS54 YAE is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 Dec 2020 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 156,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2023.

LS54 YAE blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Dec 2020
Mileage
156,489 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2023
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 YAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Dec 2020
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS54 YAE was last recorded at 156,489 miles on 22 Feb 2023, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,479 miles · 21 May 2021
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
8,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,489 miles
  • 2021 – 156,479 miles
  • 2019 – 154,350 miles
  • 2018 – 147,795 miles
  • 2017 – 143,372 miles
  • 2016 – 139,401 miles
  • 2015 – 135,371 miles
  • 2014 – 122,337 miles
  • 2013 – 119,650 miles
  • 2012 – 109,188 miles
  • 2011 – 92,368 miles
  • 2010 – 75,577 miles
  • 2009 – 53,305 miles
  • 2008 – 30,764 miles
  • 2007 – 28,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,489 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear bumper corroded and holed outwith prescribed area

What MOT failures 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.

  • Mil lamp on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,489 miles (+10)1 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,489 miles
    Test number
    636173997258
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper corroded and holed outwith prescribed area

  2. Fail156,479 miles (+2,129)9 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,479 miles
    Test number
    972469708248
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass154,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,350 miles
    Test number
    174802221403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail154,350 miles (+6,555)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,350 miles
    Test number
    449762144380
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,795 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    147,795 miles
    Test number
    938675744968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail147,794 miles (+4,422)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,794 miles
    Test number
    656270036997
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,372 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    143,372 miles
    Test number
    179779726250
    • AdvisoryMil lamp on

  8. Fail143,370 miles (+3,969)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,370 miles
    Test number
    612366348900
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryMil lamp on

  9. Pass139,401 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    139,401 miles
    Test number
    543198205911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail139,391 miles (+4,020)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,391 miles
    Test number
    972493198194
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryGEARBOX DIP STICK MISSING

  11. Pass135,371 miles (+13,034)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    135,371 miles
    Test number
    638281715241
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in grease

  12. Pass122,337 miles (+2,687)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    122,337 miles
    Test number
    288113634279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pipes coated in grease
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding slightly

  13. Pass119,650 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    119,650 miles
    Test number
    259978863230
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust clamp

  14. Fail119,643 miles (+10,455)1 dangerous5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,643 miles
    Test number
    459661863259
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox pipe
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust clamp

  15. Pass109,188 miles (+16,820)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    109,188 miles
    Test number
    885041652269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,368 miles (+16,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    92,368 miles
    Test number
    208252861244
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass75,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,577 miles
    Test number
    494975640277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail75,577 miles (+22,272)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,577 miles
    Test number
    201405340221
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass53,305 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    53,305 miles
    Test number
    612456829201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail53,305 miles (+22,541)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,305 miles
    Test number
    531126329291
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass30,764 miles (+2,569)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    30,764 miles
    Test number
    931752938290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,195 miles
    Test number
    364219437304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 YAE

Does LS54 YAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 YAE expired on 24 Dec 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 YAE?
The MOT on LS54 YAE expired on 24 Dec 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 YAE done?
LS54 YAE was recorded at 156,489 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2023, an average of 8,431 miles a year.
Has LS54 YAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 YAE has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS54 YAE 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 LS54 YAE find?
LS54 YAE failed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; emissions unable to be completed due to misfire; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 11 more.

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