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Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,991 cc

LX56 GUKMOT history

LX56 GUK is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 103,757 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

LX56 GUK red Mercedes-Benz B-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
103,757 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 GUK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 GUK was last recorded at 103,757 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 63 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,694 miles · 14 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
63 miles
Average per year
4,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,757 miles
  • 2025 – 99,230 miles
  • 2024 – 94,643 miles
  • 2023 – 91,189 miles
  • 2022 – 87,353 miles
  • 2021 – 83,916 miles
  • 2020 – 80,395 miles
  • 2019 – 74,312 miles
  • 2018 – 66,017 miles
  • 2017 – 58,773 miles
  • 2016 – 53,687 miles
  • 2015 – 48,751 miles
  • 2014 – 45,975 miles
  • 2013 – 42,330 miles
  • 2012 – 38,152 miles
  • 2011 – 32,887 miles
  • 2010 – 28,647 miles
  • 2009 – 25,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,757 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,757 miles (+63)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    103,757 miles
    Test number
    451035297246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail103,694 miles (+4,464)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,694 miles
    Test number
    468093518729
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass99,230 miles (+24)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    99,230 miles
    Test number
    968246527058
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail99,206 miles (+4,563)4 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,206 miles
    Test number
    531275994139
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass94,643 miles (+3,454)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    94,643 miles
    Test number
    554289006593
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
  6. Pass91,189 miles (+3,836)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    91,189 miles
    Test number
    816186235732
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass87,353 miles (+3,437)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,353 miles
    Test number
    931537679770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,916 miles (+3,521)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,916 miles
    Test number
    843492935410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,395 miles
    Test number
    721680617121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,395 miles (+6,083)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,395 miles
    Test number
    837183654836
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass74,312 miles (+8,295)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    74,312 miles
    Test number
    571608768213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,017 miles (+7,244)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,017 miles
    Test number
    298071621169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,773 miles (+5,086)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,773 miles
    Test number
    319445377836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,687 miles (+4,936)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    53,687 miles
    Test number
    207271774458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,751 miles (+2,776)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    48,751 miles
    Test number
    958974825289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,975 miles (+3,645)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,975 miles
    Test number
    398113524266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,330 miles (+4,178)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,330 miles
    Test number
    979801633240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres bald outer edges
  18. Pass38,152 miles (+5,265)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,152 miles
    Test number
    847151842286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,887 miles (+4,240)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,887 miles
    Test number
    487052221285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,647 miles (+3,205)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,647 miles
    Test number
    920974210208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,442 miles
    Test number
    321368139220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,442 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,442 miles
    Test number
    852587639261
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about LX56 GUK

Does LX56 GUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX56 GUK is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX56 GUK?
The MOT on LX56 GUK is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX56 GUK done?
LX56 GUK was recorded at 103,757 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 4,566 miles a year.
Has LX56 GUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 GUK has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LX56 GUK 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 LX56 GUK find?
LX56 GUK passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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