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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,148 cc

LS55 VKCMOT history

LS55 VKC is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 4 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 93,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2021.

LS55 VKC black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Nov 2022
Mileage
93,290 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VKC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VKC was last recorded at 93,290 miles on 14 Nov 2021, 14,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 May 2017: 43,045 miles, lower than 63,967 miles on 1 Jun 2016.

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
79,065 miles · 10 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
14,225 miles
Average per year
4,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 93,290 miles
  • 2019 – 79,065 miles
  • 2018 – 76,864 miles
  • 2017 – 74,099 miles
  • 2016 – 63,967 miles
  • 2015 – 61,027 miles
  • 2014 – 57,782 miles
  • 2013 – 53,301 miles
  • 2012 – 50,090 miles
  • 2011 – 42,908 miles
  • 2010 – 35,572 miles
  • 2008 – 29,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,290 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    93,290 miles
    Test number
    318502926587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass135,715 km1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,715 km
    Test number
    418191902029
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail135,715 km1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,715 km
    Test number
    443566103145
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass79,065 miles (+2,201)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    79,065 miles
    Test number
    446068668334
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM FRONT BUSHES BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass76,864 miles (+2,765)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,864 miles
    Test number
    881325126705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,099 miles (+31,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,099 miles
    Test number
    726215303043
    • 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)

  7. Fail43,045 miles (-20,922)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    678950757321
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • 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)

  8. Pass63,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,967 miles
    Test number
    154657494317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,967 miles (+2,940)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,967 miles
    Test number
    406609345405
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear most arm (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass61,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,027 miles
    Test number
    237742745180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,027 miles (+3,245)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,027 miles
    Test number
    718652145100
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass57,782 miles (+4,481)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,782 miles
    Test number
    708859844177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,301 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,301 miles
    Test number
    399458443179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Fail53,301 miles (+3,211)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,301 miles
    Test number
    967608643186
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass50,090 miles (+7,182)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,090 miles
    Test number
    708563252198
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear direction indicator bulbs becoming discoloured.

  16. Pass42,908 miles (+7,336)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    42,908 miles
    Test number
    805672011055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,572 miles (+6,320)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    35,572 miles
    Test number
    930824010043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,252 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,252 miles
    Test number
    754564338391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,003 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,003 miles
    Test number
    190329528355
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS55 VKC

Does LS55 VKC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 VKC expired on 13 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VKC?
The MOT on LS55 VKC expired on 13 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 VKC done?
LS55 VKC was recorded at 93,290 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2021, an average of 4,956 miles a year.
Has LS55 VKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VKC has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LS55 VKC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS55 VKC find?
LS55 VKC passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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