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Mercedes-Benz 220

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,199 cc

LS55 VFYMOT history

LS55 VFY is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz 220 first used on 16 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 139,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2024
Mileage
139,777 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
220
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VFY was last recorded at 139,777 miles on 29 Jun 2023, 2,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,652 miles · 8 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,125 miles
Average per year
5,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,777 miles
  • 2022 – 137,652 miles
  • 2021 – 134,128 miles
  • 2019 – 129,987 miles
  • 2018 – 128,076 miles
  • 2017 – 122,216 miles
  • 2016 – 115,148 miles
  • 2015 – 106,801 miles
  • 2014 – 98,318 miles
  • 2013 – 91,737 miles
  • 2012 – 83,633 miles
  • 2011 – 73,316 miles
  • 2009 – 63,389 miles
  • 2008 – 58,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,777 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryWiper/indicator stalk loose / faulty

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,777 miles (+2,125)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    139,777 miles
    Test number
    379288396966
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWiper/indicator stalk loose / faulty

  2. Pass137,652 miles (+3,524)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    137,652 miles
    Test number
    692074140070
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper stalk operation delayed operation requires attention

  3. Pass134,128 miles (+4,141)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    134,128 miles
    Test number
    479564982312
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wiper stalk operation/delayed requires attention

  4. Pass129,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,987 miles
    Test number
    978469188644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail129,987 miles (+1,911)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,987 miles
    Test number
    857297467595
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass128,076 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,076 miles
    Test number
    873724132001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail128,074 miles (+5,858)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,074 miles
    Test number
    834394833919
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass122,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    122,216 miles
    Test number
    258428686490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail122,214 miles (+7,066)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,214 miles
    Test number
    914229779183
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)

  10. Pass115,148 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,148 miles
    Test number
    855807727940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,144 miles (+948)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,144 miles
    Test number
    120309597080
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass114,196 miles (+7,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    114,196 miles
    Test number
    752351295883
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all x4 (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit osr/nsr (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass106,801 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    106,801 miles
    Test number
    817071855020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront tyres wearing edges
    • NoteO/s/ wiper juddering but clearing screen
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail106,801 miles (+8,483)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,801 miles
    Test number
    886511055076
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront tyres wearing edges
    • NoteO/s/ wiper juddering but clearing screen
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass98,318 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    98,318 miles
    Test number
    546945954092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,311 miles (+6,574)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,311 miles
    Test number
    298994054073
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass91,737 miles (+8,104)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    91,737 miles
    Test number
    998777553079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,633 miles (+10,317)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    83,633 miles
    Test number
    165826342032
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass73,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,316 miles
    Test number
    945953041059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,316 miles (+9,927)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,316 miles
    Test number
    755553241012
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass63,389 miles (+4,447)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    63,389 miles
    Test number
    881800399240
    • NoteOffside mirror slightly insecure

  22. Pass58,942 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    58,942 miles
    Test number
    292552308376
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteWear to brake discs.

Questions about LS55 VFY

Does LS55 VFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 VFY expired on 28 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VFY?
The MOT on LS55 VFY expired on 28 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 VFY done?
LS55 VFY was recorded at 139,777 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2023, an average of 5,511 miles a year.
Has LS55 VFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VFY has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on LS55 VFY 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 VFY find?
LS55 VFY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2023 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape, and 1 more.

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