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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LS55 NPDMOT history

LS55 NPD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 182,864 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

LS55 NPD silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
182,864 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 NPD
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
24 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 NPD was last recorded at 182,864 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,862 miles · 5 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 182,864 miles
  • 2024 – 176,375 miles
  • 2023 – 171,332 miles
  • 2022 – 166,584 miles
  • 2021 – 164,567 miles
  • 2020 – 158,466 miles
  • 2019 – 151,251 miles
  • 2018 – 140,687 miles
  • 2017 – 129,465 miles
  • 2016 – 116,776 miles
  • 2015 – 104,303 miles
  • 2014 – 90,591 miles
  • 2013 – 81,523 miles
  • 2012 – 71,848 miles
  • 2011 – 64,276 miles
  • 2010 – 55,726 miles
  • 2009 – 45,826 miles
  • 2008 – 44,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,864 miles
  • 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
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,864 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    182,864 miles
    Test number
    557682412756
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail182,862 miles (+6,487)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,862 miles
    Test number
    195938927818
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass176,375 miles (+1)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    176,375 miles
    Test number
    113213406687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker top & sump areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Casing cracking (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService light on
    • AdvisoryUndertrays - some missing, some damaged.
  4. Fail176,374 miles (+5,042)1 dangerous10 major3 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,374 miles
    Test number
    562383486319
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Broken away (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker top & sump areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Casing cracking (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays - some missing, some damaged.
  5. Pass171,332 miles (+1)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    171,332 miles
    Test number
    660226045311
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail171,331 miles (+4,747)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,331 miles
    Test number
    217934613125
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass166,584 miles (+2,017)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    166,584 miles
    Test number
    856064878668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  8. Pass164,567 miles (+6,101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    164,567 miles
    Test number
    659931260607
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass158,466 miles (+7,215)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    158,466 miles
    Test number
    506399269236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass151,251 miles (+10,564)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    151,251 miles
    Test number
    754239512651
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass140,687 miles (+239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    140,687 miles
    Test number
    773120810245
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  12. Fail140,448 miles (+10,983)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,448 miles
    Test number
    254960073853
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  13. Pass129,465 miles (+96)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    129,465 miles
    Test number
    292995756400
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  14. Fail129,369 miles (+12,593)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,369 miles
    Test number
    614308769943
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  15. Pass116,776 miles (+47)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    116,776 miles
    Test number
    578206876849
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded near side and off side rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit off side front on 3mm and worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  16. Fail116,729 miles (+12,426)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,729 miles
    Test number
    102341589966
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded near side and off side rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit off side front on 3mm and worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  17. Pass104,303 miles (+13,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,303 miles
    Test number
    207938879959
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  18. Pass90,591 miles (+9,068)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    90,591 miles
    Test number
    918023394267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,523 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    81,523 miles
    Test number
    865676613310
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front suspension top bearings are slightly worn
    • NoteBoth front tyres are getting low on tread
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust
    • NoteSlight cuts in both rear tyres
  20. Fail81,523 miles (+9,675)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,523 miles
    Test number
    915356513350
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front suspension top bearings are slightly worn
    • NoteBoth front tyres are getting low on tread
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust
    • NoteSlight cuts in both rear tyres
  21. Pass71,848 miles (+7,572)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    71,848 miles
    Test number
    816048222308
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust
  22. Pass64,276 miles (+8,550)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,276 miles
    Test number
    236693831324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,726 miles (+9,900)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    55,726 miles
    Test number
    732944220397
    • NoteOil leak
  24. Pass45,826 miles (+934)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    45,826 miles
    Test number
    324607839376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,892 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    44,892 miles
    Test number
    430684728482
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

Questions about LS55 NPD

Does LS55 NPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 NPD is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS55 NPD?
The MOT on LS55 NPD is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 NPD done?
LS55 NPD was recorded at 182,864 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 8,125 miles a year.
Has LS55 NPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 NPD has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 NPD 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 NPD find?
LS55 NPD passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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