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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,597 cc

LB53 EVUMOT history

LB53 EVU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 88,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
88,144 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 EVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 EVU was last recorded at 88,144 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,144 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,144 miles
  • 2024 – 80,876 miles
  • 2023 – 60,126 miles
  • 2022 – 58,853 miles
  • 2021 – 58,590 miles
  • 2020 – 57,573 miles
  • 2019 – 55,129 miles
  • 2018 – 51,441 miles
  • 2017 – 49,843 miles
  • 2016 – 48,395 miles
  • 2015 – 46,984 miles
  • 2014 – 45,197 miles
  • 2013 – 43,651 miles
  • 2012 – 42,670 miles
  • 2011 – 39,711 miles
  • 2010 – 36,315 miles
  • 2009 – 33,316 miles
  • 2007 – 29,525 miles
  • 2006 – 25,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,144 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    88,144 miles
    Test number
    745453837053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail88,144 miles (+7,268)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,144 miles
    Test number
    940815233025
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass80,876 miles (+20,750)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    80,876 miles
    Test number
    387105944612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass60,126 miles (+1,273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    60,126 miles
    Test number
    424983388940
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass58,853 miles (+263)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    58,853 miles
    Test number
    675899390976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass58,590 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    58,590 miles
    Test number
    561325924692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail58,590 miles (+1,017)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,590 miles
    Test number
    547347796631
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass57,573 miles (+2,444)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,573 miles
    Test number
    359653164419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,129 miles (+3,688)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,129 miles
    Test number
    879644202897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,441 miles (+1,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    51,441 miles
    Test number
    338256789465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall heavily cracked due to age (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass49,843 miles (+1,448)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,843 miles
    Test number
    743661370713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    48,395 miles
    Test number
    993430600080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,395 miles (+1,411)1 dangerous4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,395 miles
    Test number
    574499184760
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass46,984 miles (+1,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    46,984 miles
    Test number
    569733285080
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass45,197 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,197 miles
    Test number
    545457684099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,651 miles (+981)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    43,651 miles
    Test number
    107737183074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,670 miles (+2,959)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,670 miles
    Test number
    418369082003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,711 miles (+3,396)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,711 miles
    Test number
    849323071070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,315 miles (+2,999)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,315 miles
    Test number
    672649770024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,316 miles (+3,791)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    33,316 miles
    Test number
    912254349090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,525 miles (+4,153)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,525 miles
    Test number
    494261857411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    25,372 miles
    Test number
    272128146388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 EVU

Does LB53 EVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 EVU is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 EVU?
The MOT on LB53 EVU is valid until 15 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 EVU done?
LB53 EVU was recorded at 88,144 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 3,303 miles a year.
Has LB53 EVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 EVU has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 EVU 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 EVU find?
LB53 EVU passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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