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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LS55 CUWMOT history

LS55 CUW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 112,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2024.

LS55 CUW silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2025
Mileage
112,458 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 CUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
3 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 CUW was last recorded at 112,458 miles on 26 Jan 2024, 1,511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,947 miles · 17 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,511 miles
Average per year
5,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 112,458 miles
  • 2023 – 110,947 miles
  • 2022 – 107,947 miles
  • 2021 – 106,239 miles
  • 2019 – 103,332 miles
  • 2018 – 99,861 miles
  • 2017 – 96,877 miles
  • 2016 – 87,871 miles
  • 2015 – 80,333 miles
  • 2014 – 76,251 miles
  • 2013 – 76,251 miles
  • 2012 – 66,139 miles
  • 2011 – 55,226 miles
  • 2010 – 42,260 miles
  • 2009 – 31,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,458 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,458 miles (+1,511)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    112,458 miles
    Test number
    151059131529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass110,947 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,947 miles
    Test number
    818851447039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Fail110,945 miles (+2,998)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,945 miles
    Test number
    142329779411
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass107,947 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    107,947 miles
    Test number
    993713383482
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail107,947 miles (+1,708)1 dangerous8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,947 miles
    Test number
    144667433703
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested not safe due to leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass106,239 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,239 miles
    Test number
    977946418720
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail106,239 miles (+2,907)1 dangerous2 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,239 miles
    Test number
    285127199712
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,332 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,332 miles
    Test number
    149422746199
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail103,332 miles (+3,471)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,332 miles
    Test number
    788542446123
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass99,861 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,861 miles
    Test number
    366529671029
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail99,860 miles (+2,983)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,860 miles
    Test number
    155298681489
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass96,877 miles (+195)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    96,877 miles
    Test number
    909267138258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door check strap deteriorated

  13. Fail96,682 miles (+8,811)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,682 miles
    Test number
    452946820691
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe cracked on weld joint from Catalytic converter (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers & undertrays fitted

  14. Pass87,871 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,871 miles
    Test number
    322057534003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,799 miles (+7,466)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,799 miles
    Test number
    129525156288
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass80,333 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    80,333 miles
    Test number
    529394145080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,251 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,251 miles
    Test number
    606812904022
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail76,251 miles (+10,112)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,251 miles
    Test number
    217944163344
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass66,139 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,139 miles
    Test number
    307444412416
    • NoteOsr nsr tyres close to ware markers

  20. Fail66,139 miles (+10,913)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,139 miles
    Test number
    606204812256
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOsr nsr tyres close to ware markers

  21. Pass55,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,226 miles
    Test number
    365011621227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail55,226 miles (+12,966)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,226 miles
    Test number
    888001021271
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass42,260 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    42,260 miles
    Test number
    734848210241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail42,258 miles (+10,949)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,258 miles
    Test number
    241646010262
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass31,309 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    31,309 miles
    Test number
    901662629249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    31,219 miles
    Test number
    352707689083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 CUW

Does LS55 CUW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 CUW expired on 16 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 CUW?
The MOT on LS55 CUW expired on 16 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 CUW done?
LS55 CUW was recorded at 112,458 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2024, an average of 5,478 miles a year.
Has LS55 CUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 CUW has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 CUW 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 CUW find?
LS55 CUW passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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