Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,148 cc

LS59 VVMMOT history

LS59 VVM is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 185,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

LS59 VVM black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
185,495 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,322 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LS59 VVM in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 VVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 VVM was last recorded at 185,495 miles on 18 May 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,490 miles · 16 May 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
11,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,495 miles
  • 2025 – 176,636 miles
  • 2024 – 166,526 miles
  • 2023 – 156,075 miles
  • 2022 – 144,898 miles
  • 2021 – 128,750 miles
  • 2020 – 113,949 miles
  • 2019 – 100,962 miles
  • 2018 – 88,065 miles
  • 2017 – 72,384 miles
  • 2016 – 66,974 miles
  • 2015 – 59,052 miles
  • 2014 – 48,374 miles
  • 2013 – 34,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,495 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,495 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    185,495 miles
    Test number
    793985353363
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail185,490 miles (+8,854)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,490 miles
    Test number
    589808040969
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass176,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    176,636 miles
    Test number
    147465594997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail176,636 miles (+10,110)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,636 miles
    Test number
    344463025551
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn o\s and n\s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryCovers under vehicle full inspection of pipes etc cannot be carried out
  5. Pass166,526 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    166,526 miles
    Test number
    222353469466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail166,525 miles (+10,450)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,525 miles
    Test number
    452936641895
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Mobile phone holder stuck to glass (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass156,075 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    156,075 miles
    Test number
    546919881896
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail156,075 miles (+11,177)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,075 miles
    Test number
    590951785427
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass144,898 miles (+16,148)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    144,898 miles
    Test number
    206124212071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    128,750 miles
    Test number
    313925514573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,750 miles (+14,801)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,750 miles
    Test number
    487521991585
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass113,949 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    113,949 miles
    Test number
    845440034958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  13. Fail113,939 miles (+12,977)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,939 miles
    Test number
    757781953660
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  14. Pass100,962 miles (+12,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,962 miles
    Test number
    151585187135
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted
  15. Pass88,065 miles (+15,681)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,065 miles
    Test number
    993638349752
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted
  16. Pass72,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,384 miles
    Test number
    198598611756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,380 miles (+5,406)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    251061256781
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass66,974 miles (+7,922)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    66,974 miles
    Test number
    158722917800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass59,052 miles (+10,678)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,052 miles
    Test number
    607764535067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    48,374 miles
    Test number
    139625344403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,374 miles (+14,117)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,374 miles
    Test number
    818285044064
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass34,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    34,257 miles
    Test number
    985327103022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 VVM

Does LS59 VVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 VVM is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 VVM?
The MOT on LS59 VVM is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 VVM done?
LS59 VVM was recorded at 185,495 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 11,322 miles a year.
Has LS59 VVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 VVM has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 VVM 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 LS59 VVM find?
LS59 VVM passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

Browse all LS59V registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.