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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB53 KAKMOT history

LB53 KAK is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 5 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 88,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2023
Mileage
88,360 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 KAK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 KAK was last recorded at 88,360 miles on 27 Apr 2022, 3,960 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,400 miles · 12 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
3,960 miles
Average per year
4,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 88,360 miles
  • 2021 – 84,400 miles
  • 2020 – 78,005 miles
  • 2019 – 71,282 miles
  • 2018 – 66,744 miles
  • 2017 – 59,764 miles
  • 2016 – 56,623 miles
  • 2015 – 53,939 miles
  • 2014 – 51,265 miles
  • 2013 – 47,200 miles
  • 2012 – 42,422 miles
  • 2011 – 37,301 miles
  • 2010 – 30,995 miles
  • 2008 – 24,124 miles
  • 2007 – 19,453 miles
  • 2006 – 12,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,360 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,360 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    88,360 miles
    Test number
    391341094891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail88,360 miles (+3,960)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,360 miles
    Test number
    156692067040
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass84,400 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    84,400 miles
    Test number
    898407574660
    • 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))

  4. Fail84,390 miles (+6,385)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,390 miles
    Test number
    910767723028
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps faded

  5. Pass78,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    78,005 miles
    Test number
    283613473092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail78,005 miles (+6,723)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,005 miles
    Test number
    290898421849
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass71,282 miles (+4,538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    71,282 miles
    Test number
    402696999846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake reading only just met

  8. Pass66,744 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,744 miles
    Test number
    525651710848
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail66,744 miles (+6,980)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,744 miles
    Test number
    203339061290
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass59,764 miles (+3,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    59,764 miles
    Test number
    289144017936
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass56,623 miles (+2,684)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,623 miles
    Test number
    974666474357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,939 miles (+2,674)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,939 miles
    Test number
    337507975024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,265 miles (+4,065)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,265 miles
    Test number
    419768274091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,200 miles (+4,778)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    47,200 miles
    Test number
    115040483086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass42,422 miles (+5,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,422 miles
    Test number
    869796582051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass37,301 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,301 miles
    Test number
    869908681056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail37,259 miles (+6,264)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,259 miles
    Test number
    125557471403
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass30,995 miles (+6,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,995 miles
    Test number
    991938580013
    • 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)

  19. Pass24,124 miles (+4,671)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    24,124 miles
    Test number
    473477538495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    19,453 miles
    Test number
    400967837312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,453 miles (+6,891)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,453 miles
    Test number
    634257037366
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass12,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    12,562 miles
    Test number
    142194486269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 KAK

Does LB53 KAK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 KAK expired on 26 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 KAK?
The MOT on LB53 KAK expired on 26 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 KAK done?
LB53 KAK was recorded at 88,360 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2022, an average of 4,877 miles a year.
Has LB53 KAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 KAK has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 KAK 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 KAK find?
LB53 KAK passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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