Mercedes 320

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

T55 LDCMOT history

T55 LDC is a black diesel Mercedes 320 first used on 30 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2025 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 166,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2025
Mileage
166,126 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 LDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes
Model
320
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T55 LDC was last recorded at 166,126 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 2,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,338 miles · 23 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,788 miles
Average per year
7,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 166,126 miles
  • 2024 – 163,338 miles
  • 2023 – 158,941 miles
  • 2022 – 158,907 miles
  • 2021 – 156,893 miles
  • 2019 – 155,934 miles
  • 2018 – 142,895 miles
  • 2017 – 139,065 miles
  • 2016 – 136,059 miles
  • 2015 – 129,548 miles
  • 2014 – 122,020 miles
  • 2013 – 95,198 miles
  • 2012 – 78,019 miles
  • 2011 – 72,347 miles
  • 2010 – 54,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail166,126 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm & worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily cracked/perished on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail166,126 miles (+2,788)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,126 miles
    Test number
    222032552355
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm & worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily cracked/perished on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass163,338 miles (+4,397)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    163,338 miles
    Test number
    914457835729
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Air suspension higher than nearside , both sides function suspension MIL intermittant
    • AdvisoryBrake lining warning illuminated , all visible linings good

  3. Pass158,941 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    158,941 miles
    Test number
    996110441360
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail158,907 miles (+2,014)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,907 miles
    Test number
    721986513677
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass156,893 miles (+959)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    156,893 miles
    Test number
    759081805692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass155,934 miles (+13,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    155,934 miles
    Test number
    421995515719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStonechip nearside windscreen

  7. Pass142,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,895 miles
    Test number
    359261790927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail142,895 miles (+3,830)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,895 miles
    Test number
    561020392994
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass139,065 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    139,065 miles
    Test number
    618876087962
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened front to rear (park brake) (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPark brake has only just met the requirements

  10. Fail139,065 miles (+3,006)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,065 miles
    Test number
    428128107205
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened front to rear (park brake) (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPark brake has only just met the requirements

  11. Pass136,059 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    136,059 miles
    Test number
    169318901318
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail136,003 miles (+6,455)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,003 miles
    Test number
    726039407464
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass129,548 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    129,548 miles
    Test number
    688634185160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seats fitted to n/s seat centre row and both rear seats
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail129,548 miles (+7,528)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,548 miles
    Test number
    668404785134
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seats fitted to n/s seat centre row and both rear seats
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass122,020 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    122,020 miles
    Test number
    739359394156
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail122,006 miles (+26,808)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,006 miles
    Test number
    229688694446
    • FailureCentre Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass95,198 miles (+17,179)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,198 miles
    Test number
    147660693150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,019 miles (+5,672)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,019 miles
    Test number
    539332702271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,347 miles (+17,660)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    72,347 miles
    Test number
    419575981119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    54,687 miles
    Test number
    231175570485
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T55 LDC

Does T55 LDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T55 LDC expired on 22 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T55 LDC?
The MOT on T55 LDC expired on 22 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T55 LDC done?
T55 LDC was recorded at 166,126 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 7,250 miles a year.
Has T55 LDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 LDC has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T55 LDC 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 T55 LDC find?
T55 LDC failed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 4 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside rear lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; offside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split, and 7 more.

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