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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LX54 SWNMOT history

LX54 SWN is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 86,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LX54 SWN blue 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 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
86,252 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 SWN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 SWN was last recorded at 86,252 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2016: 66,009 miles, lower than 66,039 miles on 26 Apr 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
86,242 miles · 28 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,252 miles
  • 2025 – 85,532 miles
  • 2024 – 84,120 miles
  • 2023 – 82,541 miles
  • 2022 – 80,601 miles
  • 2021 – 79,447 miles
  • 2020 – 76,458 miles
  • 2019 – 73,992 miles
  • 2018 – 72,058 miles
  • 2017 – 67,911 miles
  • 2016 – 66,009 miles
  • 2015 – 64,569 miles
  • 2014 – 62,639 miles
  • 2013 – 60,474 miles
  • 2011 – 57,074 miles
  • 2010 – 53,197 miles
  • 2009 – 50,038 miles
  • 2008 – 44,361 miles
  • 2007 – 39,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,252 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,252 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    86,252 miles
    Test number
    332550446248
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail86,242 miles (+710)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,242 miles
    Test number
    825434570778
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass85,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    85,532 miles
    Test number
    827331997331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,532 miles (+1,412)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,532 miles
    Test number
    785292248122
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass84,120 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    84,120 miles
    Test number
    160588533061
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail84,120 miles (+1,579)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,120 miles
    Test number
    851034974683
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass82,541 miles (+187)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    82,541 miles
    Test number
    627756574339
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH SIDE (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail82,354 miles (+1,753)1 dangerous7 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,354 miles
    Test number
    367332192367
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH SIDE (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective BOTH SIDE (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEMISSIONS ONLY MET WITHIN
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH SIDE (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement YELLOW CHALK (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement YELLOW CHALK (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (YELLOW CHALK) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass80,601 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    80,601 miles
    Test number
    945995642296
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail80,601 miles (+16)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,601 miles
    Test number
    617006721448
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail80,585 miles (+1,138)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,585 miles
    Test number
    911472365860
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass79,447 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    79,447 miles
    Test number
    648667886180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door stay broken

  13. Fail79,437 miles (+2,979)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,437 miles
    Test number
    767639956235
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door stay broken

  14. Pass76,458 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    76,458 miles
    Test number
    233247462441
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail76,416 miles (+2,424)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,416 miles
    Test number
    135387891810
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass73,992 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,992 miles
    Test number
    808702471258
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  17. Fail73,985 miles (+1,927)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,985 miles
    Test number
    842743055008
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  18. Pass72,058 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    72,058 miles
    Test number
    702086440681
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  19. Fail72,056 miles (+4,145)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,056 miles
    Test number
    917601855815
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  20. Pass67,911 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,911 miles
    Test number
    183069612617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,009 miles (-30)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,009 miles
    Test number
    540507676633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,039 miles (+1,470)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,039 miles
    Test number
    817439429193
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cut to side wall

  23. Pass64,569 miles (+1,930)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    64,569 miles
    Test number
    129657085005
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut to side wall

  24. Pass62,639 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,639 miles
    Test number
    127413194442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail62,617 miles (+2,143)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,617 miles
    Test number
    405404674031
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass60,474 miles (+3,400)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,474 miles
    Test number
    548629073077
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight damage to offside rear lens

  27. Pass57,074 miles (+3,877)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,074 miles
    Test number
    808344341212
    • NoteO/s rear lamp cracked
    • NoteRear tyres on limit

  28. Pass53,197 miles (+3,159)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,197 miles
    Test number
    453556340212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,038 miles (+5,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,038 miles
    Test number
    613221659212
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass44,361 miles (+4,741)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,361 miles
    Test number
    152259738228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass39,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,620 miles
    Test number
    260749247238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 SWN

Does LX54 SWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 SWN is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX54 SWN?
The MOT on LX54 SWN is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX54 SWN done?
LX54 SWN was recorded at 86,252 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 2,446 miles a year.
Has LX54 SWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 SWN has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LX54 SWN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX54 SWN find?
LX54 SWN passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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