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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LX05 OPEMOT history

LX05 OPE is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 8 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 89,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

LX05 OPE black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,211 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX05 OPE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX05 OPE was last recorded at 89,211 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 3,993 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,218 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,993 miles
Average per year
3,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,211 miles
  • 2025 – 85,218 miles
  • 2024 – 75,788 miles
  • 2023 – 69,720 miles
  • 2022 – 59,464 miles
  • 2021 – 54,358 miles
  • 2020 – 51,837 miles
  • 2019 – 51,333 miles
  • 2018 – 50,312 miles
  • 2017 – 48,611 miles
  • 2016 – 47,184 miles
  • 2015 – 45,448 miles
  • 2014 – 43,583 miles
  • 2013 – 41,695 miles
  • 2012 – 37,188 miles
  • 2011 – 33,084 miles
  • 2010 – 28,532 miles
  • 2009 – 23,918 miles
  • 2008 – 19,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,211 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside front tyre worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Service light on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle rubbing on wheel arch

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,211 miles (+3,993)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,211 miles
    Test number
    764607629564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass85,218 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,218 miles
    Test number
    870481713193
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryService light on dash
  3. Fail85,218 miles (+9,430)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,218 miles
    Test number
    546658376589
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle rubbing on wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower 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 Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryService light on dash
  4. Pass75,788 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    75,788 miles
    Test number
    622193511929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail75,771 miles (+6,051)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,771 miles
    Test number
    415302904136
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle rubbing on wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  6. Pass69,720 miles (+10,256)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,720 miles
    Test number
    483274103095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,464 miles (+5,106)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    59,464 miles
    Test number
    379626957541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,358 miles (+2,521)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    54,358 miles
    Test number
    185576844622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,837 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    51,837 miles
    Test number
    281775677684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,333 miles (+1,021)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    51,333 miles
    Test number
    813855130370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,312 miles (+1,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    50,312 miles
    Test number
    623337847065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper starting to smear
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass48,611 miles (+1,427)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    48,611 miles
    Test number
    569775857054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,184 miles (+1,736)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    47,184 miles
    Test number
    119938458570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,448 miles (+1,865)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    45,448 miles
    Test number
    506414735070
    • NoteUndershields fitted
  15. Pass43,583 miles (+1,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,583 miles
    Test number
    288561224062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  16. Pass41,695 miles (+4,507)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,695 miles
    Test number
    668408133032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,188 miles (+4,104)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,188 miles
    Test number
    526689212043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,084 miles (+4,552)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,084 miles
    Test number
    105205841479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,532 miles (+4,614)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    28,532 miles
    Test number
    120476440037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,918 miles (+4,356)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,918 miles
    Test number
    363673049009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    19,562 miles
    Test number
    163332458072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX05 OPE

Does LX05 OPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX05 OPE is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX05 OPE?
The MOT on LX05 OPE is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX05 OPE done?
LX05 OPE was recorded at 89,211 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 3,846 miles a year.
Has LX05 OPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX05 OPE has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LX05 OPE 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 LX05 OPE find?
LX05 OPE passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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