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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LX55 OFWMOT history

LX55 OFW is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2023.

LX55 OFW black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2023
Mileage
98,866 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 OFW
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
15 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2023
Latest MOT test
30 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX55 OFW was last recorded at 98,866 miles on 30 May 2023, 1,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,759 miles · 27 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,107 miles
Average per year
5,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,866 miles
  • 2022 – 97,759 miles
  • 2021 – 95,943 miles
  • 2020 – 91,426 miles
  • 2019 – 81,587 miles
  • 2018 – 73,277 miles
  • 2017 – 73,130 miles
  • 2016 – 72,455 miles
  • 2014 – 70,104 miles
  • 2013 – 66,918 miles
  • 2012 – 61,580 miles
  • 2011 – 54,846 miles
  • 2010 – 45,430 miles
  • 2009 – 35,072 miles
  • 2008 – 25,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail98,866 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail98,866 miles (+1,107)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,866 miles
    Test number
    425193304267
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass97,759 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    97,759 miles
    Test number
    558360118449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail97,758 miles (+1,815)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,758 miles
    Test number
    901718748227
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass95,943 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    95,943 miles
    Test number
    844332965596
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail95,941 miles (+4,515)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,941 miles
    Test number
    215110156596
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass91,426 miles (+9,839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    91,426 miles
    Test number
    968227095963
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass81,587 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,587 miles
    Test number
    222161814034
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner side wall
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray/plastic covers fitted

  8. Fail81,587 miles (+8,310)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,587 miles
    Test number
    956882283072
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner side wall
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray/plastic covers fitted

  9. Pass73,277 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,277 miles
    Test number
    467032391683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,130 miles (+675)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,130 miles
    Test number
    553563546158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,455 miles (+2,351)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,455 miles
    Test number
    291584186394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,104 miles (+3,186)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,104 miles
    Test number
    515088814367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,918 miles (+5,338)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,918 miles
    Test number
    358713213339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,580 miles (+6,734)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,580 miles
    Test number
    258289312301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,846 miles (+9,416)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    54,846 miles
    Test number
    745361901398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,430 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,430 miles
    Test number
    334692000380
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  17. Pass45,430 miles (+10,358)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    45,430 miles
    Test number
    354692800337
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  18. Pass35,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    35,072 miles
    Test number
    322722509343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,072 miles (+10,022)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,072 miles
    Test number
    810722509369
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Pass25,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    25,050 miles
    Test number
    101452008328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 OFW

Does LX55 OFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 OFW expired on 28 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 OFW?
The MOT on LX55 OFW expired on 28 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 OFW done?
LX55 OFW was recorded at 98,866 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2023, an average of 5,061 miles a year.
Has LX55 OFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 OFW has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LX55 OFW 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 OFW find?
LX55 OFW failed its latest MOT on 30 May 2023 with 4 major defects and 6 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 7 more.

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