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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

LS55 FEJMOT history

LS55 FEJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 2 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 30 Dec 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 125,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

LS55 FEJ black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Dec 2023
Mileage
125,799 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 FEJ
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
2 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS55 FEJ was last recorded at 125,799 miles on 21 May 2026, 2,208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Nov 2014: 74,610 miles, lower than 90,472 miles on 20 Nov 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,591 miles · 31 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,208 miles
Average per year
4,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,799 miles
  • 2022 – 123,591 miles
  • 2018 – 121,369 miles
  • 2017 – 116,291 miles
  • 2016 – 112,708 miles
  • 2015 – 106,372 miles
  • 2014 – 99,137 miles
  • 2013 – 90,472 miles
  • 2012 – 82,317 miles
  • 2011 – 70,597 miles
  • 2010 – 59,902 miles
  • 2009 – 48,760 miles
  • 2008 – 42,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,799 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll Suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 25 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,799 miles (+2,208)6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,799 miles
    Test number
    663395051857
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll Suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass123,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    123,591 miles
    Test number
    277317226757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail123,591 miles (+2,222)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,591 miles
    Test number
    385592593715
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken dangerous (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil indicates fault

  4. Pass121,369 miles (+5,078)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    121,369 miles
    Test number
    427667745079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass116,291 miles (+3,583)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    116,291 miles
    Test number
    756291763093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass112,708 miles (+6,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    112,708 miles
    Test number
    196119443695
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Pass106,372 miles (+7,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    106,372 miles
    Test number
    593522548887
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass99,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    99,137 miles
    Test number
    198068924373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,610 miles (-15,862)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,610 miles
    Test number
    948448124309
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass90,472 miles (+8,155)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    90,472 miles
    Test number
    838664723351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,317 miles (+11,720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    82,317 miles
    Test number
    805521132344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass70,597 miles (+10,695)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    70,597 miles
    Test number
    748386041391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,902 miles (+11,142)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    59,902 miles
    Test number
    703420450313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,760 miles (+6,453)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    48,760 miles
    Test number
    111028649383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,307 miles
    Test number
    133870238337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 FEJ

Does LS55 FEJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 FEJ expired on 30 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 FEJ?
The MOT on LS55 FEJ expired on 30 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 FEJ done?
LS55 FEJ was recorded at 125,799 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 4,775 miles a year.
Has LS55 FEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 FEJ has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 FEJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS55 FEJ find?
LS55 FEJ failed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm bush; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 11 more.

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