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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

LS55 VJVMOT history

LS55 VJV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 2 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 177,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

LS55 VJV black Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
177,724 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VJV
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
2 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VJV was last recorded at 177,724 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 9,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,036 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,688 miles
Average per year
7,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,724 miles
  • 2025 – 168,036 miles
  • 2024 – 157,489 miles
  • 2023 – 148,021 miles
  • 2022 – 138,372 miles
  • 2021 – 129,123 miles
  • 2020 – 122,198 miles
  • 2019 – 121,988 miles
  • 2018 – 118,490 miles
  • 2017 – 115,012 miles
  • 2016 – 110,195 miles
  • 2015 – 102,745 miles
  • 2014 – 94,869 miles
  • 2013 – 87,490 miles
  • 2012 – 80,273 miles
  • 2011 – 76,605 miles
  • 2009 – 65,701 miles
  • 2008 – 44,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,724 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,724 miles (+9,688)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    177,724 miles
    Test number
    959891676062
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass168,036 miles (+10,547)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    168,036 miles
    Test number
    417607892433
    • AdvisoryAll Rear Suspension Components Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass157,489 miles (+9,468)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    157,489 miles
    Test number
    369963286453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass148,021 miles (+9,649)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    148,021 miles
    Test number
    148979734297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass138,372 miles (+9,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    138,372 miles
    Test number
    172868764939
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass129,123 miles (+6,925)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,123 miles
    Test number
    600915002261
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass122,198 miles (+210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,198 miles
    Test number
    470702792455
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail121,988 miles (+3,498)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,988 miles
    Test number
    629313183345
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass118,490 miles (+3,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,490 miles
    Test number
    717238000208
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass115,012 miles (+4,817)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    115,012 miles
    Test number
    237546732748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured Both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (3.7.B.3)
  11. Pass110,195 miles (+7,450)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    110,195 miles
    Test number
    953217894598
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake low effort
  12. Fail102,745 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,745 miles
    Test number
    169107535049
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  13. Pass102,745 miles (+7,876)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    102,745 miles
    Test number
    275137735077
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  14. Pass94,869 miles (+7,379)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    94,869 miles
    Test number
    689796634060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,490 miles (+7,217)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    87,490 miles
    Test number
    886758933058
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge
  16. Pass80,273 miles (+3,668)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    80,273 miles
    Test number
    735178432008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,605 miles (+10,904)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,605 miles
    Test number
    508273601059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  18. Pass65,701 miles (+20,951)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    65,701 miles
    Test number
    261478549307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    44,750 miles
    Test number
    772786368325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 VJV

Does LS55 VJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VJV is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VJV?
The MOT on LS55 VJV is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 VJV done?
LS55 VJV was recorded at 177,724 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 7,538 miles a year.
Has LS55 VJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VJV has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on LS55 VJV 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 VJV find?
LS55 VJV passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 3 more.

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