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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

LS55 CPYMOT history

LS55 CPY is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 17 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 225,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2023.

LS55 CPY black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2024
Mileage
225,093 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
13,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 CPY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 CPY was last recorded at 225,093 miles on 14 Sept 2023, 3,823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,270 miles · 13 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
3,823 miles
Average per year
13,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 225,093 miles
  • 2022 – 221,270 miles
  • 2021 – 217,920 miles
  • 2020 – 214,793 miles
  • 2019 – 203,863 miles
  • 2018 – 188,875 miles
  • 2017 – 173,120 miles
  • 2016 – 159,316 miles
  • 2014 – 137,445 miles
  • 2013 – 120,825 miles
  • 2012 – 101,726 miles
  • 2011 – 84,700 miles
  • 2010 – 67,594 miles
  • 2009 – 48,495 miles
  • 2008 – 30,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,093 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • General under Body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,093 miles (+3,823)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    225,093 miles
    Test number
    276879399655
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass221,270 miles (+68)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    221,270 miles
    Test number
    977491209855
    • AdvisoryGeneral under Body corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail221,202 miles (+3,282)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,202 miles
    Test number
    429261228561
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt 'folded webbing' type load limiter deployed (7.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under Body corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass217,920 miles (+41)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    217,920 miles
    Test number
    452255161973
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both side (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel tank covered with undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side rear covered with undersealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Underbody corroded
  5. Fail217,879 miles (+8)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,879 miles
    Test number
    686760820759
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded Both side (marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both side (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Underbody corroded
  6. Fail217,871 miles (+3,078)2 dangerous8 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,871 miles
    Test number
    675059209588
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding Also slight fluctation (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective Deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding Slight fluctation (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass214,793 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    214,793 miles
    Test number
    634187346446
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear under body corroded
  8. Fail214,777 miles (+10,914)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,777 miles
    Test number
    803337150840
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear under body corroded
  9. Pass203,863 miles (+164)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    203,863 miles
    Test number
    629702733595
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Fail203,699 miles (+14,824)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,699 miles
    Test number
    395396999741
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass188,875 miles (+15,755)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    188,875 miles
    Test number
    612525813261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear suspenshion parts and subframe slightly corroded
  12. Pass173,120 miles (+13,804)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    173,120 miles
    Test number
    718043736838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass159,316 miles (+21,871)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    159,316 miles
    Test number
    679193600238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass137,445 miles (+16,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    137,445 miles
    Test number
    228962434358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass120,825 miles (+19,099)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    120,825 miles
    Test number
    328679813371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass101,726 miles (+17,026)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    101,726 miles
    Test number
    675535022335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,700 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    84,700 miles
    Test number
    909614731314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail84,645 miles (+17,051)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,645 miles
    Test number
    179692531346
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  19. Pass67,594 miles (+19,099)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,594 miles
    Test number
    250560630359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,495 miles (+17,580)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,495 miles
    Test number
    572564429354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,915 miles
    Test number
    902081838304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 CPY

Does LS55 CPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 CPY expired on 13 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 CPY?
The MOT on LS55 CPY expired on 13 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 CPY done?
LS55 CPY was recorded at 225,093 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2023, an average of 13,122 miles a year.
Has LS55 CPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 CPY has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LS55 CPY 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 LS55 CPY find?
LS55 CPY passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2023 with 11 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both side; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side; general under body corroded, and 8 more.

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