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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,397 cc

LB53 EURMOT history

LB53 EUR is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 60,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
60,403 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2024
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 EUR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 EUR was last recorded at 60,403 miles on 13 Dec 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,401 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 60,403 miles
  • 2023 – 59,604 miles
  • 2022 – 58,412 miles
  • 2021 – 57,178 miles
  • 2020 – 55,501 miles
  • 2019 – 53,236 miles
  • 2018 – 50,940 miles
  • 2017 – 46,433 miles
  • 2016 – 42,278 miles
  • 2015 – 38,963 miles
  • 2014 – 36,650 miles
  • 2013 – 32,232 miles
  • 2012 – 29,382 miles
  • 2011 – 27,463 miles
  • 2010 – 25,022 miles
  • 2009 – 19,808 miles
  • 2008 – 16,232 miles
  • 2007 – 13,121 miles
  • 2006 – 9,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded and scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded and scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    825189913233
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded and scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded and scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass60,403 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    60,403 miles
    Test number
    150212269860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail60,401 miles (+797)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,401 miles
    Test number
    780999812450
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass59,604 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    59,604 miles
    Test number
    461779933704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail59,602 miles (+1,190)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,602 miles
    Test number
    674681691435
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass58,412 miles (+1,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    536742793831
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp bracket broken but not insecure

  7. Pass57,178 miles (+1,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    57,178 miles
    Test number
    438318070280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass55,501 miles (+2,265)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    55,501 miles
    Test number
    705629069031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    53,236 miles
    Test number
    973951625427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,236 miles (+2,296)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,236 miles
    Test number
    710166714249
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass50,940 miles (+4,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    50,940 miles
    Test number
    167613070966
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass46,433 miles (+4,155)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    46,433 miles
    Test number
    279863746112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,278 miles (+3,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    42,278 miles
    Test number
    746823602437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass38,963 miles (+2,313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    38,963 miles
    Test number
    233571855100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass36,650 miles (+4,418)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    36,650 miles
    Test number
    959069944320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,232 miles (+2,850)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    32,232 miles
    Test number
    636442253331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,382 miles (+1,919)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    29,382 miles
    Test number
    488548542402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,463 miles
    Test number
    716626941396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail27,463 miles (+2,441)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,463 miles
    Test number
    435466341370
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass25,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    25,022 miles
    Test number
    410630550358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,022 miles (+5,214)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,022 miles
    Test number
    700780350325
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass19,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    19,808 miles
    Test number
    994759949386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,808 miles (+3,576)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,808 miles
    Test number
    161619849324
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass16,232 miles (+3,111)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,232 miles
    Test number
    813840958307
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread worn out on outer edge [Continental 195/50 X 15T]
    • NoteRear registration plate disfigured.

  25. Pass13,121 miles (+3,582)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,121 miles
    Test number
    764724857396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    9,539 miles
    Test number
    230492756385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 EUR

Does LB53 EUR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 EUR is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 EUR?
The MOT on LB53 EUR is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 EUR done?
LB53 EUR was recorded at 60,403 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2024, an average of 2,828 miles a year.
Has LB53 EUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 EUR has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 EUR 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 EUR find?
LB53 EUR passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective faded and scratched; offside headlamp lens slightly defective faded and scratched; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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