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Mercedes-Benz C 320

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

LS55 VJZMOT history

LS55 VJZ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Aug 2023 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 204,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2022.

LS55 VJZ black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Aug 2023
Mileage
204,046 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2022
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C 320
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VJZ was last recorded at 204,046 miles on 22 Aug 2022, 19,987 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,059 miles · 27 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
19,987 miles
Average per year
10,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 204,046 miles
  • 2021 – 184,059 miles
  • 2020 – 178,342 miles
  • 2019 – 135,552 miles
  • 2018 – 122,975 miles
  • 2017 – 113,816 miles
  • 2016 – 106,443 miles
  • 2015 – 103,885 miles
  • 2014 – 100,389 miles
  • 2013 – 98,303 miles
  • 2011 – 93,567 miles
  • 2010 – 75,512 miles
  • 2009 – 65,396 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,046 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted restricting component inspection

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,046 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    204,046 miles
    Test number
    574292670660
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted restricting component inspection

  2. Fail204,046 miles (+19,987)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,046 miles
    Test number
    730338564599
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted restricting component inspection

  3. Pass184,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    184,059 miles
    Test number
    814268248991
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail184,059 miles (+12)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,059 miles
    Test number
    466653871923
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail184,047 miles (+5,705)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,047 miles
    Test number
    741048666264
    • DangerousFront Steering rack fixing bolts ineffective to the extent that attachment is seriously affected (2.1.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass178,342 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    178,342 miles
    Test number
    901560761944
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail178,342 miles (+42,790)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,342 miles
    Test number
    797225729459
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass135,552 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    135,552 miles
    Test number
    968867190493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Fail135,552 miles (+12,577)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,552 miles
    Test number
    700785814318
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Pass122,975 miles (+9,159)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,975 miles
    Test number
    921406879363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass113,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    113,816 miles
    Test number
    156383889054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail113,816 miles (+7,373)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,816 miles
    Test number
    971743538296
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass106,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    106,443 miles
    Test number
    967851548999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail106,443 miles (+2,558)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,443 miles
    Test number
    440974646882
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass103,885 miles (+3,496)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    103,885 miles
    Test number
    345674725050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,389 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    100,389 miles
    Test number
    405089224042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail100,389 miles (+2,086)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,389 miles
    Test number
    678999224017
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNs park brake slightly lazy
    • NoteSlight bind nsf

  18. Fail98,303 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,303 miles
    Test number
    837168523083
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  19. Pass98,303 miles (+4,736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    98,303 miles
    Test number
    909168023046
    • 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)

  20. Pass93,567 miles (+8,687)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    93,567 miles
    Test number
    748907141339
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass84,880 miles (+9,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    84,880 miles
    Test number
    625124001056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass75,512 miles (+29)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,512 miles
    Test number
    830871110045
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail75,483 miles (+10,087)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,483 miles
    Test number
    550558200044
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass65,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    65,396 miles
    Test number
    421223719096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LS55 VJZ

Does LS55 VJZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 VJZ expired on 26 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VJZ?
The MOT on LS55 VJZ expired on 26 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 VJZ done?
LS55 VJZ was recorded at 204,046 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2022, an average of 10,192 miles a year.
Has LS55 VJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VJZ has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LS55 VJZ 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 VJZ find?
LS55 VJZ passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2022 with 9 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; exhaust system rusty; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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