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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

LS56 UHTMOT history

LS56 UHT is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 8 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 113,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

LS56 UHT black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
113,670 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 UHT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 UHT was last recorded at 113,670 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 4,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,102 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,568 miles
Average per year
5,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,670 miles
  • 2025 – 109,102 miles
  • 2024 – 88,603 miles
  • 2023 – 82,739 miles
  • 2022 – 78,861 miles
  • 2021 – 74,737 miles
  • 2019 – 58,290 miles
  • 2018 – 53,601 miles
  • 2017 – 48,183 miles
  • 2016 – 45,513 miles
  • 2015 – 38,443 miles
  • 2014 – 34,699 miles
  • 2013 – 30,863 miles
  • 2012 – 27,821 miles
  • 2011 – 24,876 miles
  • 2010 – 20,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,670 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,670 miles (+4,568)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    113,670 miles
    Test number
    799735845801
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED

  2. Pass109,102 miles (+20,499)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    109,102 miles
    Test number
    910674205941
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  3. Pass88,603 miles (+5,864)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    88,603 miles
    Test number
    364864760439
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  4. Pass82,739 miles (+3,878)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    82,739 miles
    Test number
    556776419624
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light condensation (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass78,861 miles (+4,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    78,861 miles
    Test number
    120613794801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,737 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    74,737 miles
    Test number
    391883789422
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail74,736 miles (+16,446)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,736 miles
    Test number
    332616189175
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass58,290 miles (+4,689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,290 miles
    Test number
    491983518909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass53,601 miles (+5,418)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,601 miles
    Test number
    299125269456
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass48,183 miles (+2,670)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    48,183 miles
    Test number
    417123012867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,513 miles (+7,070)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,513 miles
    Test number
    496529347186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,443 miles (+3,744)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,443 miles
    Test number
    275927925136
    • NoteE.m.l. light on.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass34,699 miles (+3,836)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,699 miles
    Test number
    779363134137
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass30,863 miles (+3,042)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    30,863 miles
    Test number
    486875913119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,821 miles (+2,945)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,821 miles
    Test number
    896704022152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,876 miles (+3,945)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,876 miles
    Test number
    309139831137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    20,931 miles
    Test number
    364825580096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 UHT

Does LS56 UHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 UHT is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 UHT?
The MOT on LS56 UHT is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 UHT done?
LS56 UHT was recorded at 113,670 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 5,679 miles a year.
Has LS56 UHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 UHT has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2021.
Has the mileage on LS56 UHT 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 LS56 UHT find?
LS56 UHT passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 3 more.

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