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Mercedes-Benz C 320

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

LS55 XKCMOT history

LS55 XKC is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 19 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 95,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2021.

LS55 XKC black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2022
Mileage
95,829 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 XKC
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
19 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 XKC was last recorded at 95,829 miles on 30 Nov 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,829 miles · 26 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 95,829 miles
  • 2020 – 93,761 miles
  • 2019 – 90,820 miles
  • 2018 – 86,345 miles
  • 2017 – 82,708 miles
  • 2016 – 79,035 miles
  • 2015 – 75,310 miles
  • 2014 – 68,629 miles
  • 2013 – 64,121 miles
  • 2012 – 58,696 miles
  • 2011 – 53,318 miles
  • 2010 – 46,840 miles
  • 2009 – 41,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,829 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside front screen washer not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,829 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,829 miles
    Test number
    131107610136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail95,829 miles (+2,068)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,829 miles
    Test number
    718776747066
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,761 miles (+2,941)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,761 miles
    Test number
    615634742798
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  4. Pass90,820 miles (+114)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,820 miles
    Test number
    162216198268
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front screen washer not working

  5. Fail90,706 miles (+4,361)1 dangerous6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,706 miles
    Test number
    829747283583
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front screen washer not working

  6. Pass86,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    86,345 miles
    Test number
    231974574132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,344 miles (+3,636)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,344 miles
    Test number
    615779996672
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Pass82,708 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    82,708 miles
    Test number
    979719059196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,707 miles (+3,672)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,707 miles
    Test number
    563959907997
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass79,035 miles (+3,725)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,035 miles
    Test number
    574560711042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,310 miles
    Test number
    844996739892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,310 miles (+6,681)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,310 miles
    Test number
    719511677130
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  13. Pass68,629 miles (+4,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,629 miles
    Test number
    806721434339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass64,121 miles (+5,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,121 miles
    Test number
    485486823479
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass58,696 miles (+5,378)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,696 miles
    Test number
    278124632317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,318 miles (+6,478)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    53,318 miles
    Test number
    525633231376
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres have cuts on sidewalls

  17. Fail46,840 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,840 miles
    Test number
    640887420335
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass46,840 miles (+5,401)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    46,840 miles
    Test number
    933637620315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    41,439 miles
    Test number
    933267139326
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Fail41,439 miles (+2,806)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,439 miles
    Test number
    153925539361
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Fail38,633 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,633 miles
    Test number
    862953029028
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass38,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,633 miles
    Test number
    961813129080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 XKC

Does LS55 XKC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 XKC expired on 2 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 XKC?
The MOT on LS55 XKC expired on 2 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 XKC done?
LS55 XKC was recorded at 95,829 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2021, an average of 4,451 miles a year.
Has LS55 XKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 XKC has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS55 XKC 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 XKC find?
LS55 XKC passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2021 with 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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