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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,996 cc

LS56 WMWMOT history

LS56 WMW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2025.

LS56 WMW silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2026
Mileage
99,268 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 WMW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 WMW was last recorded at 99,268 miles on 7 Aug 2025, 9,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,363 miles · 13 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
9,905 miles
Average per year
5,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,268 miles
  • 2024 – 89,363 miles
  • 2023 – 86,376 miles
  • 2022 – 81,626 miles
  • 2020 – 61,530 miles
  • 2019 – 58,489 miles
  • 2018 – 55,065 miles
  • 2017 – 52,948 miles
  • 2016 – 51,220 miles
  • 2015 – 48,774 miles
  • 2014 – 43,580 miles
  • 2013 – 38,361 miles
  • 2012 – 34,585 miles
  • 2011 – 29,965 miles
  • 2010 – 23,871 miles
  • 2009 – 19,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,268 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,268 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    99,268 miles
    Test number
    153269921754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail99,268 miles (+9,905)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,268 miles
    Test number
    994606929596
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass89,363 miles (+2,987)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    89,363 miles
    Test number
    932461510980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,376 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,376 miles
    Test number
    887799579810
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  5. Fail86,370 miles (+4,744)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,370 miles
    Test number
    563577858002
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass81,626 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,626 miles
    Test number
    757565657955
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  7. Fail81,626 miles (+20,096)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,626 miles
    Test number
    787113033588
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Pass61,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    61,530 miles
    Test number
    597382167895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,530 miles (+3,041)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,530 miles
    Test number
    326146139463
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  10. Pass58,489 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,489 miles
    Test number
    280458996106
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Fail58,488 miles (+3,423)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,488 miles
    Test number
    502383769885
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  12. Pass55,065 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    55,065 miles
    Test number
    897536493031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
  13. Fail55,065 miles (+2,117)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,065 miles
    Test number
    424866101437
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
  14. Pass52,948 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    52,948 miles
    Test number
    136675803993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,220 miles
    Test number
    195601259622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,220 miles (+2,446)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,220 miles
    Test number
    716553790218
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  17. Pass48,774 miles (+5,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    48,774 miles
    Test number
    161760908011
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass43,580 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,580 miles
    Test number
    175042354395
    • NoteEngine light on
  19. Fail43,580 miles (+5,219)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,580 miles
    Test number
    875121354381
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteEngine light on
  20. Fail38,361 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,361 miles
    Test number
    425627943455
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine management light on
  21. Pass38,361 miles (+3,776)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,361 miles
    Test number
    486597643334
    • NoteEngine management light on
  22. Pass34,585 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,585 miles
    Test number
    368817242302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  23. Fail34,585 miles (+4,620)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,585 miles
    Test number
    697136442330
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  24. Pass29,965 miles (+6,094)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    29,965 miles
    Test number
    836463361327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,871 miles (+4,247)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    23,871 miles
    Test number
    791021650315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,624 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    19,624 miles
    Test number
    414163669358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS56 WMW

Does LS56 WMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 WMW expired on 6 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 WMW?
The MOT on LS56 WMW expired on 6 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 WMW done?
LS56 WMW was recorded at 99,268 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2025, an average of 5,104 miles a year.
Has LS56 WMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 WMW has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS56 WMW 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 WMW find?
LS56 WMW passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front coil spring corroded; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side.

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