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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

LX02 SVAMOT history

LX02 SVA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 36 MOT tests, with 130,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2025.

LX02 SVA silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2026
Mileage
130,238 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2025
MOT tests
36
20 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 SVA
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
15 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 SVA was last recorded at 130,238 miles on 15 Mar 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,238 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,238 miles
  • 2024 – 120,392 miles
  • 2023 – 116,106 miles
  • 2022 – 113,971 miles
  • 2021 – 111,464 miles
  • 2020 – 108,322 miles
  • 2019 – 104,987 miles
  • 2018 – 100,944 miles
  • 2017 – 91,587 miles
  • 2016 – 84,925 miles
  • 2015 – 78,360 miles
  • 2014 – 73,297 miles
  • 2013 – 70,607 miles
  • 2012 – 67,900 miles
  • 2011 – 64,420 miles
  • 2010 – 62,206 miles
  • 2009 – 59,317 miles
  • 2008 – 47,663 miles
  • 2007 – 30,815 miles
  • 2006 – 25,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,238 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral body corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

36 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,238 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    130,238 miles
    Test number
    343396216638
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral body corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail130,238 miles (+9,846)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,238 miles
    Test number
    694938959923
    • MajorFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Control arm bush inner damage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral body corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass120,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,392 miles
    Test number
    815092021402
    • AdvisoryMIL on

  4. Fail120,392 miles (+4,286)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,392 miles
    Test number
    264412064351
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most & upward facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryMIL on

  5. Pass116,106 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,106 miles
    Test number
    608477626965
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail116,105 miles (+2,134)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,105 miles
    Test number
    272685122913
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass113,971 miles (+43)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,971 miles
    Test number
    437942891177
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on (pre 1/7/2003)

  8. Fail113,928 miles (+2,464)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,928 miles
    Test number
    210737503169
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on (pre 1/7/2003)

  9. Pass111,464 miles (+3,142)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,464 miles
    Test number
    869821170846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to wheel arches
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  10. Pass108,322 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    108,322 miles
    Test number
    827815577657
    • AdvisoryBoth rear metal brake pipes into flexi hoses corroded / coated in grease
    • AdvisoryOffside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from gearbox sump & rear differential housing

  11. Fail108,322 miles (+54)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,322 miles
    Test number
    204203738089
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear metal brake pipes into flexi hoses corroded / coated in grease
    • AdvisoryOffside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from gearbox sump & rear differential housing

  12. Fail108,268 miles (+3,281)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,268 miles
    Test number
    599201314859
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox/diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) NS & OS

  13. Pass104,987 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,987 miles
    Test number
    288420212993
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge close to excess
    • AdvisorySlight engine / gearbox oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside front wheel bearing

  14. Fail104,987 miles (+4,043)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,987 miles
    Test number
    881247739539
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge close to excess
    • AdvisorySlight engine / gearbox oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside front wheel bearing

  15. Pass100,944 miles (+109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    100,944 miles
    Test number
    602895622828
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded (heavy along there bottom edges)
    • AdvisoryDrivers sun visor loose
    • AdvisoryEML on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine & gearbox oil leaks

  16. Fail100,835 miles (+9,248)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,835 miles
    Test number
    424683150582
    • FailureFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear most suspension arm (back) (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear most suspension arm (back) (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop-link dust cover split (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded (heavy along there bottom edges)
    • AdvisoryDrivers sun visor loose
    • AdvisoryEML on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine & gearbox oil leaks

  17. Pass91,587 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,587 miles
    Test number
    913677317525
    • AdvisoryAll rear metal brake pipes corroded / corroding
    • AdvisoryEML on dash?
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn ON LIMIT!
    • AdvisorySlight play / movement from both inner steering rack joints

  18. Fail91,587 miles (+6,662)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,587 miles
    Test number
    370874952638
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working loose wire to mirror due to damage (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll rear metal brake pipes corroded / corroding
    • AdvisoryEML on dash?
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn ON LIMIT!
    • AdvisorySlight play / movement from both inner steering rack joints

  19. Pass84,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    84,925 miles
    Test number
    603673887086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail84,925 miles (+6,565)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,925 miles
    Test number
    953332556414
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryE.m.l light on

  21. Pass78,360 miles (+70)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,360 miles
    Test number
    199369665433
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust rattle

  22. Fail78,290 miles (+4,993)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,290 miles
    Test number
    626235365077
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust rattle

  23. Pass73,297 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    73,297 miles
    Test number
    647736964055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust rattle

  24. Fail73,297 miles (+2,690)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,297 miles
    Test number
    979586164094
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust rattle

  25. Pass70,607 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,607 miles
    Test number
    557273963070
    • NoteExhaust internals rattling

  26. Fail70,607 miles (+2,707)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,607 miles
    Test number
    215503763000
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust internals rattling

  27. Pass67,900 miles (+3,480)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    67,900 miles
    Test number
    199202662069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass64,420 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,420 miles
    Test number
    957041041085
    • NoteFront discs lipped

  29. Fail64,420 miles (+2,214)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,420 miles
    Test number
    189571541076
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront discs lipped

  30. Pass62,206 miles (+2,889)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,206 miles
    Test number
    753781760079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass59,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    59,317 miles
    Test number
    914348749014
    • 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)

  32. Fail59,317 miles (+11,654)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,317 miles
    Test number
    932977649008
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  33. Pass47,663 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    47,663 miles
    Test number
    123422758499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  34. Fail47,663 miles (+16,848)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,663 miles
    Test number
    632612858012
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre unevenly worn 205/55W16

  35. Pass30,815 miles (+5,135)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    30,815 miles
    Test number
    231343437091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass25,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    25,680 miles
    Test number
    513771456056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 SVA

Does LX02 SVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 SVA expired on 18 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 SVA?
The MOT on LX02 SVA expired on 18 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 SVA done?
LX02 SVA was recorded at 130,238 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2025, an average of 5,485 miles a year.
Has LX02 SVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 SVA has failed 16 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LX02 SVA 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 SVA find?
LX02 SVA passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2025 with 6 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side; general body corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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