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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,996 cc

LS55 EPYMOT history

LS55 EPY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 11 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 78,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2024.

LS55 EPY silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2025
Mileage
78,491 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 EPY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 EPY was last recorded at 78,491 miles on 4 Mar 2024, 1,595 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
76,896 miles · 4 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,595 miles
Average per year
4,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 78,491 miles
  • 2023 – 76,896 miles
  • 2022 – 71,321 miles
  • 2021 – 65,756 miles
  • 2020 – 62,590 miles
  • 2019 – 57,403 miles
  • 2018 – 51,410 miles
  • 2017 – 50,031 miles
  • 2016 – 47,987 miles
  • 2015 – 46,022 miles
  • 2014 – 42,268 miles
  • 2013 – 37,310 miles
  • 2012 – 32,776 miles
  • 2011 – 27,937 miles
  • 2010 – 23,062 miles
  • 2009 – 17,156 miles
  • 2008 – 13,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,491 miles
  • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake requirements only just met- system may require adjustment or repair
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to multiple suspension components

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 (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,491 miles (+1,595)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    78,491 miles
    Test number
    902546176132
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake requirements only just met- system may require adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to multiple suspension components

  2. Pass76,896 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,896 miles
    Test number
    215763348942
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear vehicle undercarriage is slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

  3. Fail76,896 miles (+5,575)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,896 miles
    Test number
    966545395679
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear vehicle undercarriage is slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

  4. Pass71,321 miles (+5,565)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,321 miles
    Test number
    869243301354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,756 miles (+3,166)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,756 miles
    Test number
    294422625930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass62,590 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    62,590 miles
    Test number
    826032420625
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail62,589 miles (+5,186)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,589 miles
    Test number
    669195677426
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust modified not allowed access to insert exhaust probe (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass57,403 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    57,403 miles
    Test number
    575533552897
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  9. Fail57,403 miles (+5,993)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,403 miles
    Test number
    646977243761
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  10. Pass51,410 miles (+1,379)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    51,410 miles
    Test number
    881950642407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,031 miles (+2,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,031 miles
    Test number
    412757943899
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass47,987 miles (+1,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    47,987 miles
    Test number
    331484240476
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass46,022 miles (+3,754)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,022 miles
    Test number
    541730779067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,268 miles (+4,958)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    42,268 miles
    Test number
    637125854263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,310 miles (+4,534)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    37,310 miles
    Test number
    788569513295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,776 miles (+4,839)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    32,776 miles
    Test number
    896177812296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,937 miles
    Test number
    627428211270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,937 miles (+4,875)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,937 miles
    Test number
    638268011281
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass23,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    23,062 miles
    Test number
    613507410234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    380447910480
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass17,156 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    17,156 miles
    Test number
    204694529221
    • NoteRear pads not visible when inspected unless wheels removed

  22. Fail17,156 miles (+4,143)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,156 miles
    Test number
    344914429495
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass13,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    13,013 miles
    Test number
    363727758352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 EPY

Does LS55 EPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 EPY expired on 4 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 EPY?
The MOT on LS55 EPY expired on 4 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 EPY done?
LS55 EPY was recorded at 78,491 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2024, an average of 4,308 miles a year.
Has LS55 EPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 EPY has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 EPY 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 EPY find?
LS55 EPY passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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