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Mercedes-Benz 220

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,199 cc

LS55 ZSWMOT history

LS55 ZSW is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz 220 first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 162,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2023
Mileage
162,662 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 ZSW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
220
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS55 ZSW was last recorded at 162,662 miles on 21 Dec 2023, 10,197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,465 miles · 19 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
10,197 miles
Average per year
8,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,662 miles
  • 2022 – 152,465 miles
  • 2021 – 141,833 miles
  • 2020 – 132,841 miles
  • 2019 – 121,992 miles
  • 2018 – 112,540 miles
  • 2017 – 105,357 miles
  • 2016 – 100,032 miles
  • 2015 – 94,842 miles
  • 2014 – 88,371 miles
  • 2013 – 80,502 miles
  • 2012 – 72,318 miles
  • 2011 – 63,632 miles
  • 2010 – 52,977 miles
  • 2009 – 45,135 miles
  • 2008 – 34,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,662 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by subframe mounting area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour hid light (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch behind spring (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill by jacking point holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock upper mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security above subframe at mounting areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,662 miles (+10,197)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,662 miles
    Test number
    352914314165
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by subframe mounting area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour hid light (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch behind spring (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill by jacking point holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock upper mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security above subframe at mounting areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass152,465 miles (+10,632)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,465 miles
    Test number
    780955268369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass141,833 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    141,833 miles
    Test number
    959624059874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail141,830 miles (+8,989)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,830 miles
    Test number
    386647278041
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass132,841 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    132,841 miles
    Test number
    665413538788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail132,837 miles (+10,845)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,837 miles
    Test number
    762124279800
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass121,992 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    121,992 miles
    Test number
    172341910020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,989 miles (+9,449)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,989 miles
    Test number
    924397012667
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass112,540 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    112,540 miles
    Test number
    140202966721
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail112,524 miles (+7,167)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,524 miles
    Test number
    638316126853
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass105,357 miles (+5,325)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    105,357 miles
    Test number
    591273217834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,032 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    100,032 miles
    Test number
    250010310165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Air suspension bellows modified but not seriously weakened corroded (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Air suspension bellows modified but not seriously weakened corroded (2.4.A.2)

  13. Fail100,032 miles (+5,190)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,032 miles
    Test number
    522490131504
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Air suspension bellows modified but not seriously weakened corroded (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Air suspension bellows modified but not seriously weakened corroded (2.4.A.2)

  14. Pass94,842 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    94,842 miles
    Test number
    826907223322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,779 miles (+6,408)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,779 miles
    Test number
    265781876558
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass88,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    88,371 miles
    Test number
    869260754391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,371 miles (+7,869)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,371 miles
    Test number
    915400854389
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

  18. Pass80,502 miles (+8,184)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    80,502 miles
    Test number
    115736043305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,318 miles (+8,686)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    72,318 miles
    Test number
    947391142361
    • 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)
    • NoteNsf tyre starting to wear on edges
    • NoteOsf tyre slight steping

  20. Pass63,632 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    63,632 miles
    Test number
    248520851337
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail63,632 miles (+10,655)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,632 miles
    Test number
    499700251456
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass52,977 miles (+7,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    52,977 miles
    Test number
    651118440365
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass45,135 miles (+10,216)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    45,135 miles
    Test number
    403490759355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,919 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    34,919 miles
    Test number
    983033958383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,855 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,855 miles
    Test number
    172491958316
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about LS55 ZSW

Does LS55 ZSW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 ZSW expired on 22 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 ZSW?
The MOT on LS55 ZSW expired on 22 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 ZSW done?
LS55 ZSW was recorded at 162,662 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2023, an average of 8,514 miles a year.
Has LS55 ZSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 ZSW has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LS55 ZSW 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 ZSW find?
LS55 ZSW failed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2023 with 6 major defects and 10 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by subframe mounting area; offside front headlamp incorrect colour hid light, and 13 more.

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