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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

LS55 VHVMOT history

LS55 VHV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 11 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 138,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2022.

LS55 VHV black Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2023
Mileage
138,661 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VHV was last recorded at 138,661 miles on 10 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Nov 2014: 92,461 miles, lower than 132,789 miles on 29 Jul 2013.
  • 10 Dec 2022: 138,661 miles, lower than 154,501 miles on 30 Oct 2018.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
154,501 miles · 30 Oct 2018
Average per year
7,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 138,661 miles
  • 2018 – 154,501 miles
  • 2016 – 123,171 miles
  • 2015 – 103,212 miles
  • 2014 – 92,461 miles
  • 2013 – 132,789 miles
  • 2011 – 68,372 miles
  • 2010 – 57,515 miles
  • 2009 – 46,062 miles
  • 2008 – 39,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,661 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,661 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    138,661 miles
    Test number
    794838623082
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    360860986479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass154,501 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    154,501 miles
    Test number
    556828895655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail154,499 miles (+575)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,499 miles
    Test number
    744350899311
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail153,924 miles (+1,457)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,924 miles
    Test number
    244230103230
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail152,467 miles (+29,296)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,467 miles
    Test number
    306884711309
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass123,171 miles (+19,959)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,171 miles
    Test number
    898706897754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    103,212 miles
    Test number
    558086327873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail103,212 miles (+10,751)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,212 miles
    Test number
    650292818988
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer motor faulty??? (8.2.3)

  10. Pass92,461 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    92,461 miles
    Test number
    715580714332
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine top and bottom covers fitted

  11. Fail92,461 miles (-40,328)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,461 miles
    Test number
    509219704317
    • FailureFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine top and bottom covers fitted

  12. Pass132,789 miles (+64,417)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    132,789 miles
    Test number
    815170113241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,372 miles (+10,857)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    68,372 miles
    Test number
    476132441402
    • NoteFront discs worn

  14. Pass57,515 miles (+11,453)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    57,515 miles
    Test number
    810148430304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,062 miles (+6,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    46,062 miles
    Test number
    442497119469
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass39,484 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    39,484 miles
    Test number
    434449228493
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Note*engine warning light on*

  17. Fail39,484 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,484 miles
    Test number
    574569328379
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Note*engine warning light on*

Questions about LS55 VHV

Does LS55 VHV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 VHV expired on 20 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VHV?
The MOT on LS55 VHV expired on 20 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 VHV done?
LS55 VHV was recorded at 138,661 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2022, an average of 7,063 miles a year.
Has LS55 VHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VHV has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on LS55 VHV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 5 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS55 VHV find?
LS55 VHV passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 3 more.

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