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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB53 GZNMOT history

LB53 GZN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 7 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 202,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
202,017 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 GZN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 GZN was last recorded at 202,017 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 14,253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,764 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
14,253 miles
Average per year
8,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 202,017 miles
  • 2024 – 187,764 miles
  • 2023 – 173,352 miles
  • 2022 – 164,105 miles
  • 2021 – 155,440 miles
  • 2020 – 149,414 miles
  • 2019 – 143,670 miles
  • 2018 – 137,855 miles
  • 2017 – 131,360 miles
  • 2016 – 125,326 miles
  • 2015 – 119,457 miles
  • 2014 – 112,112 miles
  • 2013 – 103,644 miles
  • 2012 – 96,373 miles
  • 2011 – 88,144 miles
  • 2010 – 78,260 miles
  • 2009 – 68,223 miles
  • 2008 – 56,195 miles
  • 2007 – 46,243 miles
  • 2006 – 34,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,017 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside slight play in steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass202,017 miles (+14,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    202,017 miles
    Test number
    862198687186
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass187,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    187,764 miles
    Test number
    274470537126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail187,762 miles (+14,410)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,762 miles
    Test number
    853649567124
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass173,352 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    173,352 miles
    Test number
    765047996441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail173,243 miles (+9,138)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,243 miles
    Test number
    123929282817
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass164,105 miles (+8,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    164,105 miles
    Test number
    890600446720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outeredge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass155,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    155,440 miles
    Test number
    649687264035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail155,438 miles (+6,024)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,438 miles
    Test number
    616908824219
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass149,414 miles (+5,744)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    149,414 miles
    Test number
    427530524444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,670 miles (+5,815)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    143,670 miles
    Test number
    954394320500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass137,855 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    137,855 miles
    Test number
    204021856941
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside slight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake hoses deteriated

  12. Fail137,855 miles (+6,495)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,855 miles
    Test number
    153726181044
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside slight play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake hoses deteriated

  13. Pass131,360 miles (+6,034)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    131,360 miles
    Test number
    839725431297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass125,326 miles (+5,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    125,326 miles
    Test number
    446403088537
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass119,457 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    119,457 miles
    Test number
    882759423802
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail119,440 miles (+7,328)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,440 miles
    Test number
    671060388931
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass112,112 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    112,112 miles
    Test number
    937435334380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail112,105 miles (+8,461)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,105 miles
    Test number
    859449324314
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass103,644 miles (+7,271)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    103,644 miles
    Test number
    686135713383
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  20. Pass96,373 miles (+15)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    96,373 miles
    Test number
    249826742349
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear tyres getting low

  21. Fail96,358 miles (+8,214)1 dangerous8 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,358 miles
    Test number
    699009922309
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteRear tyres getting low

  22. Pass88,144 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    88,144 miles
    Test number
    196397331323
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management lamp on
    • NoteHandbrake travel getting low(foot operated handbrake style)

  23. Fail88,144 miles (+9,884)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,144 miles
    Test number
    977407431376
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management lamp on
    • NoteHandbrake travel getting low(foot operated handbrake style)

  24. Pass78,260 miles (+10,037)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    78,260 miles
    Test number
    293028730310
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to get low
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyre treads getting low
    • NoteParking brake travel, but only just has a reserve
    • NoteRear number plate deteriating

  25. Pass68,223 miles (+12,028)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    68,223 miles
    Test number
    163233629315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,195 miles (+9,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    56,195 miles
    Test number
    234287218308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass46,243 miles (+11,437)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    46,243 miles
    Test number
    230487927325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    34,806 miles
    Test number
    833726826395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 GZN

Does LB53 GZN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 GZN is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 GZN?
The MOT on LB53 GZN is valid until 13 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 GZN done?
LB53 GZN was recorded at 202,017 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 8,804 miles a year.
Has LB53 GZN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 GZN has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 GZN 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 GZN find?
LB53 GZN passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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