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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LB53 BXKMOT history

LB53 BXK is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 83,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
83,782 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 BXK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 BXK was last recorded at 83,782 miles on 14 May 2026, 4,728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,054 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,728 miles
Average per year
3,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,782 miles
  • 2025 – 79,054 miles
  • 2024 – 73,879 miles
  • 2023 – 68,733 miles
  • 2022 – 64,717 miles
  • 2021 – 60,389 miles
  • 2020 – 57,168 miles
  • 2019 – 53,394 miles
  • 2018 – 49,682 miles
  • 2017 – 43,552 miles
  • 2016 – 42,438 miles
  • 2015 – 41,207 miles
  • 2014 – 39,444 miles
  • 2013 – 36,861 miles
  • 2011 – 31,772 miles
  • 2010 – 25,956 miles
  • 2009 – 22,599 miles
  • 2007 – 14,723 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,782 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Rear sub frames,, all arms is corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear coil spring corroded BOTH (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,782 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    83,782 miles
    Test number
    853935633119
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear sub frames,, all arms is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail83,782 miles (+4,728)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,782 miles
    Test number
    500511263702
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear sub frames,, all arms is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,054 miles (+5,175)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    79,054 miles
    Test number
    147473182759
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass73,879 miles (+5,146)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    73,879 miles
    Test number
    801288623888
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass68,733 miles (+4,016)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    68,733 miles
    Test number
    744114185656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass64,717 miles (+4,328)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    64,717 miles
    Test number
    658505399158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass60,389 miles (+3,221)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    60,389 miles
    Test number
    424157963649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass57,168 miles (+3,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    57,168 miles
    Test number
    190834708949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in middle (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing creaking in middle (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing creaking in middle (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass53,394 miles (+3,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,394 miles
    Test number
    225554422135
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass49,682 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    49,682 miles
    Test number
    271693357623
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded BOTH (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail49,682 miles (+6,130)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,682 miles
    Test number
    983273494933
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded BOTH (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass43,552 miles (+1,114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,552 miles
    Test number
    233829075007
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass42,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    42,438 miles
    Test number
    752407908035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,438 miles (+1,231)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,438 miles
    Test number
    487185697788
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass41,207 miles (+1,763)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,207 miles
    Test number
    575062005048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,444 miles (+2,583)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    39,444 miles
    Test number
    665133904069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    36,861 miles
    Test number
    185227603008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,861 miles (+5,089)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,861 miles
    Test number
    535347303087
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass31,772 miles (+5,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    31,772 miles
    Test number
    797283851378
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass25,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,956 miles
    Test number
    222390350378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,956 miles (+3,357)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,956 miles
    Test number
    910047340383
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass22,599 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,599 miles
    Test number
    272490059310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail22,552 miles (+3,748)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,552 miles
    Test number
    524845349301
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  24. Pass18,804 miles (+4,081)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    18,804 miles
    Test number
    382426709076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,723 miles (+3,762)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    14,723 miles
    Test number
    991851757376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    10,961 miles
    Test number
    891741217042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 BXK

Does LB53 BXK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 BXK is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 BXK?
The MOT on LB53 BXK is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 BXK done?
LB53 BXK was recorded at 83,782 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 3,766 miles a year.
Has LB53 BXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 BXK has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 BXK 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 BXK find?
LB53 BXK passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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