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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,148 cc

LB53 KBEMOT history

LB53 KBE is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 20 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 104,753 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2023
Mileage
104,753 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 KBE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 KBE was last recorded at 104,753 miles on 25 Feb 2022, 6,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,996 miles · 4 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
6,757 miles
Average per year
6,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 104,753 miles
  • 2021 – 97,996 miles
  • 2019 – 88,055 miles
  • 2018 – 81,432 miles
  • 2017 – 76,335 miles
  • 2016 – 69,970 miles
  • 2015 – 63,639 miles
  • 2014 – 56,719 miles
  • 2013 – 49,179 miles
  • 2012 – 42,055 miles
  • 2011 – 32,920 miles
  • 2009 – 27,628 miles
  • 2008 – 20,100 miles
  • 2007 – 15,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,753 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing balding outer edge, side wall slightly damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,753 miles (+6,757)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,753 miles
    Test number
    734392392695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing balding outer edge, side wall slightly damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass97,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    97,996 miles
    Test number
    963905560300
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3 child seats in car
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail97,996 miles (+9,941)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,996 miles
    Test number
    767822782670
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 3 child seats in car
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55R16 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,055 miles (+6,623)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,055 miles
    Test number
    337145984666
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass81,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,432 miles
    Test number
    960224029295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail81,430 miles2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,430 miles
    Test number
    514652508587
    • MajorNearside Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail81,430 miles (+5,095)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,430 miles
    Test number
    826739537084
    • MajorNearside Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass76,335 miles (+210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,335 miles
    Test number
    459694286346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail76,125 miles (+6,155)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,125 miles
    Test number
    282773649398
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge of stepped tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass69,970 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,970 miles
    Test number
    112977007033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  11. Fail69,968 miles (+6,329)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,968 miles
    Test number
    124396085059
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge of stepped tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on outer edge of stepped tread
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  12. Pass63,639 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,639 miles
    Test number
    107802535289
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteRear tyres wearing outer edges

  13. Fail63,639 miles (+6,920)1 failure3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,639 miles
    Test number
    218131335230
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteRear tyres wearing outer edges

  14. Pass56,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    56,719 miles
    Test number
    196825324260
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail56,719 miles (+7,540)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,719 miles
    Test number
    628575324273
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass49,179 miles (+7,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,179 miles
    Test number
    667473493104
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass42,055 miles (+9,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,055 miles
    Test number
    198488882114
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass32,920 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    32,920 miles
    Test number
    379977601034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail32,919 miles (+5,291)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,919 miles
    Test number
    238487201005
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass27,628 miles (+7,528)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    27,628 miles
    Test number
    464540139439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,100 miles
    Test number
    673084988177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,100 miles (+4,688)4 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,100 miles
    Test number
    421744188106
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass15,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    15,412 miles
    Test number
    151911387138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 KBE

Does LB53 KBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 KBE expired on 3 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 KBE?
The MOT on LB53 KBE expired on 3 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 KBE done?
LB53 KBE was recorded at 104,753 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2022, an average of 6,095 miles a year.
Has LB53 KBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 KBE has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 KBE 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 KBE find?
LB53 KBE passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing balding outer edge, side wall slightly damaged.; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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