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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

LX02 SSUMOT history

LX02 SSU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 4 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2023.

LX02 SSU silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2023
Mileage
126,142 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 SSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX02 SSU was last recorded at 126,142 miles on 16 Aug 2023, 1,071 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,071 miles · 5 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,071 miles
Average per year
4,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 126,142 miles
  • 2022 – 125,071 miles
  • 2021 – 123,701 miles
  • 2020 – 122,493 miles
  • 2019 – 120,893 miles
  • 2018 – 117,992 miles
  • 2017 – 114,961 miles
  • 2016 – 111,626 miles
  • 2015 – 106,020 miles
  • 2014 – 99,882 miles
  • 2013 – 93,799 miles
  • 2012 – 84,567 miles
  • 2011 – 77,639 miles
  • 2010 – 71,228 miles
  • 2009 – 63,738 miles
  • 2008 – 55,866 miles
  • 2007 – 48,838 miles
  • 2006 – 39,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,142 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory11 MOTs, 2009–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Engine light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated rear flexi hoses perished (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,142 miles (+1,071)3 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,142 miles
    Test number
    148525409224
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both Sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass125,071 miles (+1,370)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    125,071 miles
    Test number
    924506751870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,701 miles (+1,208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    123,701 miles
    Test number
    905890477823
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass122,493 miles (+1,600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,493 miles
    Test number
    274579791966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass120,893 miles (+2,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    120,893 miles
    Test number
    263416874625
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass117,992 miles (+3,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    117,992 miles
    Test number
    856153827513
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Pass114,961 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,961 miles
    Test number
    868797080786
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated rear flexi hoses perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn close to wearbars (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  8. Fail114,951 miles (+3,325)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,951 miles
    Test number
    782561071759
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated rear flexi hoses perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn close to wearbars (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  9. Pass111,626 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    111,626 miles
    Test number
    137131537720
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to wearbars (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  10. Fail111,626 miles (+5,606)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,626 miles
    Test number
    349722827510
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forwardmost (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to wearbars (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  11. Pass106,020 miles (+6,138)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    106,020 miles
    Test number
    268639085025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to wearbars and has deep impact damage to outer sidewall

  12. Pass99,882 miles (+6,083)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    99,882 miles
    Test number
    955247294069
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass93,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,799 miles
    Test number
    235622503488
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail93,796 miles (+9,229)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,796 miles
    Test number
    496112303175
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass84,567 miles (+6,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,567 miles
    Test number
    876665862075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass77,639 miles (+6,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    77,639 miles
    Test number
    549253761051
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass71,228 miles (+7,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,228 miles
    Test number
    350751070073
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass63,738 miles (+144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    63,738 miles
    Test number
    350232579048
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail63,594 miles (+7,728)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,594 miles
    Test number
    953343069046
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass55,866 miles (+7,028)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,866 miles
    Test number
    634997348045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,838 miles (+8,941)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,838 miles
    Test number
    853958257048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,897 miles
    Test number
    454421466088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,897 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,897 miles
    Test number
    300471466074
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Questions about LX02 SSU

Does LX02 SSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 SSU expired on 13 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 SSU?
The MOT on LX02 SSU expired on 13 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 SSU done?
LX02 SSU was recorded at 126,142 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2023, an average of 4,941 miles a year.
Has LX02 SSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 SSU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LX02 SSU 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 LX02 SSU find?
LX02 SSU failed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed, and 7 more.

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