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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LX55 OEFMOT history

LX55 OEF is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 8 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 84,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

LX55 OEF blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
84,621 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 OEF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 OEF was last recorded at 84,621 miles on 23 May 2026, 6,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,346 miles · 17 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,275 miles
Average per year
3,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,621 miles
  • 2025 – 78,346 miles
  • 2024 – 73,688 miles
  • 2023 – 73,054 miles
  • 2021 – 70,428 miles
  • 2020 – 68,305 miles
  • 2019 – 65,480 miles
  • 2018 – 64,710 miles
  • 2017 – 62,277 miles
  • 2016 – 59,482 miles
  • 2015 – 56,790 miles
  • 2014 – 53,438 miles
  • 2013 – 48,394 miles
  • 2012 – 43,895 miles
  • 2011 – 39,636 miles
  • 2010 – 35,705 miles
  • 2009 – 31,208 miles
  • 2008 – 25,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,621 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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.

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,621 miles (+6,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,621 miles
    Test number
    787062864332
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass78,346 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    78,346 miles
    Test number
    651600282716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail78,339 miles (+4,651)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,339 miles
    Test number
    490733647425
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass73,688 miles (+634)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    73,688 miles
    Test number
    390375054176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,054 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,054 miles
    Test number
    535606136029
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail73,054 miles (+2,626)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,054 miles
    Test number
    436242962985
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass70,428 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    70,428 miles
    Test number
    593774388718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail70,416 miles (+2,111)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,416 miles
    Test number
    956197126817
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass68,305 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,305 miles
    Test number
    249712264766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,480 miles (+770)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,480 miles
    Test number
    479132701628
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass64,710 miles (+2,433)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    64,710 miles
    Test number
    890727339273
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass62,277 miles (+2,795)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,277 miles
    Test number
    219341721518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,482 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,482 miles
    Test number
    178521852186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,790 miles (+3,352)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,790 miles
    Test number
    459235745149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,438 miles (+5,044)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,438 miles
    Test number
    998112554237
    • NoteWipers smeary.
  16. Pass48,394 miles (+4,499)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,394 miles
    Test number
    138651343299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,895 miles (+4,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,895 miles
    Test number
    128463722256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass39,636 miles (+3,931)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,636 miles
    Test number
    438448831232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,705 miles (+4,497)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,705 miles
    Test number
    423550750263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,208 miles (+5,331)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,208 miles
    Test number
    870518339222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,877 miles
    Test number
    333060748479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 OEF

Does LX55 OEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 OEF is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 OEF?
The MOT on LX55 OEF is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 OEF done?
LX55 OEF was recorded at 84,621 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 3,312 miles a year.
Has LX55 OEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 OEF has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 OEF 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 LX55 OEF find?
LX55 OEF passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear coil spring corroded.

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