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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LS55 CVTMOT history

LS55 CVT is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 4 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 129,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

LS55 CVT silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
129,118 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 CVT
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
4 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 CVT was last recorded at 129,118 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 11,810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,308 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,810 miles
Average per year
6,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,118 miles
  • 2025 – 117,308 miles
  • 2019 – 64,588 miles
  • 2018 – 54,311 miles
  • 2017 – 50,393 miles
  • 2016 – 46,299 miles
  • 2015 – 42,020 miles
  • 2013 – 37,003 miles
  • 2012 – 31,377 miles
  • 2011 – 29,711 miles
  • 2010 – 27,022 miles
  • 2008 – 22,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,118 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,118 miles (+11,810)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    129,118 miles
    Test number
    960440491535
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass117,308 miles (+52,720)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,308 miles
    Test number
    248385053789
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass64,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,588 miles
    Test number
    866469502747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail64,588 miles (+2,571)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,588 miles
    Test number
    174930766551
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Fail62,017 miles (+7,706)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,017 miles
    Test number
    675812487837
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass54,311 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    54,311 miles
    Test number
    814298549523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded To flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded To flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Fail54,309 miles (+3,916)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,309 miles
    Test number
    277091453013
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded To flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded To flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass50,393 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    50,393 miles
    Test number
    285392806339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  9. Fail50,390 miles (+4,091)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,390 miles
    Test number
    840969875567
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint marked yellow (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  10. Pass46,299 miles (+4,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    46,299 miles
    Test number
    798034331772
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Pass42,020 miles (+5,017)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    42,020 miles
    Test number
    417559205064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,003 miles (+3,865)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    37,003 miles
    Test number
    586775263348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,138 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    33,138 miles
    Test number
    399942013039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,377 miles (+1,666)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    31,377 miles
    Test number
    756204512024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,711 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,711 miles
    Test number
    288362321021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,022 miles (+4,604)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    27,022 miles
    Test number
    813456020052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,418 miles
    Test number
    344522418355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 CVT

Does LS55 CVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 CVT is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 CVT?
The MOT on LS55 CVT is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 CVT done?
LS55 CVT was recorded at 129,118 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 6,032 miles a year.
Has LS55 CVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 CVT has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on LS55 CVT 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 CVT find?
LS55 CVT passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 4 more.

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