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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LX54 VYGMOT history

LX54 VYG is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 58,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

LX54 VYG red Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
58,944 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VYG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VYG was last recorded at 58,944 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,941 miles · 14 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,944 miles
  • 2025 – 58,326 miles
  • 2024 – 57,994 miles
  • 2023 – 57,676 miles
  • 2022 – 57,250 miles
  • 2021 – 56,273 miles
  • 2020 – 55,550 miles
  • 2019 – 54,949 miles
  • 2018 – 54,010 miles
  • 2017 – 52,934 miles
  • 2016 – 50,658 miles
  • 2015 – 49,652 miles
  • 2014 – 48,456 miles
  • 2013 – 47,597 miles
  • 2012 – 46,785 miles
  • 2011 – 46,488 miles
  • 2010 – 45,393 miles
  • 2009 – 43,400 miles
  • 2008 – 40,549 miles
  • 2007 – 32,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,944 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished and started to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush perished, splitting and bonding failing (no movement) (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished and started to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass58,944 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    58,944 miles
    Test number
    779390327717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished and started to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush perished, splitting and bonding failing (no movement) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished and started to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail58,941 miles (+615)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,941 miles
    Test number
    801048830284
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished and started to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush perished, splitting and bonding failing (no movement) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished and started to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass58,326 miles (+332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    58,326 miles
    Test number
    247134693041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass57,994 miles (+318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    57,994 miles
    Test number
    980905560468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass57,676 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    57,676 miles
    Test number
    177559109444
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail57,676 miles (+426)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,676 miles
    Test number
    655812751604
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass57,250 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    57,250 miles
    Test number
    114820281999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,273 miles (+723)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    56,273 miles
    Test number
    403989808416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,550 miles (+601)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    55,550 miles
    Test number
    225736341159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,949 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,949 miles
    Test number
    150743691521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,010 miles (+1,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,010 miles
    Test number
    461907969506
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber bush worn

  12. Pass52,934 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,934 miles
    Test number
    462697051185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,925 miles (+2,267)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,925 miles
    Test number
    380628591325
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass50,658 miles (+1,006)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    50,658 miles
    Test number
    288859967231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,652 miles (+1,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,652 miles
    Test number
    920593176808
    • AdvisoryExhaust hangers corroded

  16. Pass48,456 miles (+859)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,456 miles
    Test number
    478835554234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,597 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,597 miles
    Test number
    556542943294
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass47,597 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,597 miles
    Test number
    595452943220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,785 miles (+297)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,785 miles
    Test number
    308783322431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,488 miles (+1,095)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,488 miles
    Test number
    396834421406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,393 miles (+1,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,393 miles
    Test number
    222930530260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass43,400 miles (+2,851)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    43,400 miles
    Test number
    491067349265
    • 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)

  23. Pass40,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    40,549 miles
    Test number
    924049228251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,549 miles (+7,836)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,549 miles
    Test number
    302719328232
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass32,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,713 miles
    Test number
    290503147267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 VYG

Does LX54 VYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 VYG is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VYG?
The MOT on LX54 VYG is valid until 16 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 VYG done?
LX54 VYG was recorded at 58,944 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 1,378 miles a year.
Has LX54 VYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VYG has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LX54 VYG 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 LX54 VYG find?
LX54 VYG passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated perished and started to crack; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush perished, splitting and bonding failing (no movement), and 2 more.

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