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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 4,999 cc

LB53 BXJMOT history

LB53 BXJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 23 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 191,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2022
Mileage
191,031 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 BXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 BXJ was last recorded at 191,031 miles on 5 Nov 2021, 2,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,828 miles · 5 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,203 miles
Average per year
8,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 191,031 miles
  • 2020 – 188,828 miles
  • 2019 – 180,691 miles
  • 2018 – 174,166 miles
  • 2017 – 169,027 miles
  • 2016 – 164,569 miles
  • 2015 – 158,898 miles
  • 2014 – 155,176 miles
  • 2013 – 150,241 miles
  • 2012 – 144,160 miles
  • 2011 – 134,629 miles
  • 2010 – 131,945 miles
  • 2008 – 98,820 miles
  • 2007 – 74,173 miles
  • 2006 – 55,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,031 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear heat shield insecure

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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,031 miles (+2,203)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    191,031 miles
    Test number
    184093055193
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear heat shield insecure

  2. Pass188,828 miles (+8,137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    188,828 miles
    Test number
    467469439778
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat Belt Slow To Retract
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass180,691 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    180,691 miles
    Test number
    916969710066
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail180,680 miles (+6,514)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,680 miles
    Test number
    594513818493
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass174,166 miles (+33)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    174,166 miles
    Test number
    840139519266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted

  6. Fail174,133 miles (+5,106)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,133 miles
    Test number
    172671838234
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted

  7. Pass169,027 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    169,027 miles
    Test number
    262732961738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail169,003 miles (+4,434)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,003 miles
    Test number
    190821707120
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

  9. Pass164,569 miles (+5,671)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    164,569 miles
    Test number
    504523292233
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear brake flexi hoses perishing.
    • AdvisoryOffside front indicator tell tail light inop, but sounds.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak.
    • AdvisoryStone chips in front screen.

  10. Pass158,898 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    158,898 miles
    Test number
    456932515132
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/ indicator tell tale not working but audible sound works o/k

  11. Fail158,897 miles (+3,721)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,897 miles
    Test number
    225002215193
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/ indicator tell tale not working but audible sound works o/k

  12. Pass155,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    155,176 miles
    Test number
    109182634237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail155,176 miles (+4,935)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,176 miles
    Test number
    239152034245
    • FailureOffside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

  14. Pass150,241 miles (+6,081)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    150,241 miles
    Test number
    685439823277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass144,160 miles (+9,531)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    144,160 miles
    Test number
    395593012223
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass134,629 miles (+2,684)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    134,629 miles
    Test number
    279346191134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass131,945 miles (+33,125)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    131,945 miles
    Test number
    552274910214
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r pads tin foil inshim place

  18. Pass98,820 miles (+24,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    98,820 miles
    Test number
    651704158292
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass74,173 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    74,173 miles
    Test number
    233950327273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail74,167 miles (+18,935)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,167 miles
    Test number
    520869817275
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass55,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,232 miles
    Test number
    644983726258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail55,232 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,232 miles
    Test number
    111833726259
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • NoteFront bushs starting to wear
    • NoteHead lights on upper limit
    • NoteStrongly advise front disc worn

Questions about LB53 BXJ

Does LB53 BXJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 BXJ expired on 8 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 BXJ?
The MOT on LB53 BXJ expired on 8 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 BXJ done?
LB53 BXJ was recorded at 191,031 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2021, an average of 8,913 miles a year.
Has LB53 BXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 BXJ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on LB53 BXJ 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 LB53 BXJ find?
LB53 BXJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear heat shield insecure.

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