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Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

LS55 OHJMOT history

LS55 OHJ is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 8 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2022 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 196,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2023.

LS55 OHJ silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2022
Mileage
196,434 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2023
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 OHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS55 OHJ was last recorded at 196,434 miles on 31 Jan 2023, 6,158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,276 miles · 22 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
6,158 miles
Average per year
9,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 196,434 miles
  • 2021 – 190,276 miles
  • 2020 – 181,402 miles
  • 2019 – 166,559 miles
  • 2018 – 157,921 miles
  • 2017 – 148,289 miles
  • 2016 – 136,166 miles
  • 2015 – 127,711 miles
  • 2013 – 111,827 miles
  • 2012 – 101,247 miles
  • 2011 – 87,752 miles
  • 2010 – 75,466 miles
  • 2009 – 63,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail196,434 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch top mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch top mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear underside heavily corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • N/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front anti roll bar corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Off side near side front inner wings corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail196,434 miles (+6,158)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,434 miles
    Test number
    797925916692
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch top mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch top mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear underside heavily corroded

  2. Pass190,276 miles (+8,874)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    190,276 miles
    Test number
    245431829224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass181,402 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    181,402 miles
    Test number
    186251319839
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail181,398 miles (+14,839)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,398 miles
    Test number
    879827669066
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes on ABS unit rubbing on bonnet insulation

  5. Pass166,559 miles (+8,638)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    166,559 miles
    Test number
    625016146425
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass157,921 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    157,921 miles
    Test number
    920155201843
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Fail157,915 miles (+9,626)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,915 miles
    Test number
    164757001063
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass148,289 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    148,289 miles
    Test number
    613991912742
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOff side near side front inner wings corroding

  9. Fail148,287 miles (+12,121)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,287 miles
    Test number
    361624462457
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOff side near side front inner wings corroding

  10. Pass136,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    136,166 miles
    Test number
    653019287344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail136,166 miles (+8,455)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,166 miles
    Test number
    564283883209
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint track control arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass127,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    127,711 miles
    Test number
    469855705173
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail127,711 miles (+15,884)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,711 miles
    Test number
    579608495092
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass111,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    111,827 miles
    Test number
    365448593201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,825 miles (+6)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,825 miles
    Test number
    187048493213
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail111,819 miles (+10,572)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,819 miles
    Test number
    635718673264
    • FailureNearside Steering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  17. Pass101,247 miles (+13,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    101,247 miles
    Test number
    806782072204
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass87,752 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    87,752 miles
    Test number
    498893271241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail87,746 miles (+12,280)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,746 miles
    Test number
    625202571226
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass75,466 miles (+11,747)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,466 miles
    Test number
    814130270266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,719 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    63,719 miles
    Test number
    913330969287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edges

Questions about LS55 OHJ

Does LS55 OHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 OHJ expired on 21 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 OHJ?
The MOT on LS55 OHJ expired on 21 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 OHJ done?
LS55 OHJ was recorded at 196,434 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2023, an average of 9,925 miles a year.
Has LS55 OHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 OHJ has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 OHJ 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 OHJ find?
LS55 OHJ failed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch top mount area; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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