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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 LZLMOT history

LB53 LZL is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 4 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 56,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2024
Mileage
56,423 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 LZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 LZL was last recorded at 56,423 miles on 9 Dec 2023, 5,639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,784 miles · 3 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
5,639 miles
Average per year
2,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 56,423 miles
  • 2022 – 50,784 miles
  • 2021 – 46,538 miles
  • 2020 – 43,199 miles
  • 2019 – 41,790 miles
  • 2018 – 40,624 miles
  • 2017 – 39,119 miles
  • 2016 – 37,414 miles
  • 2015 – 34,676 miles
  • 2014 – 33,469 miles
  • 2013 – 31,636 miles
  • 2012 – 29,905 miles
  • 2011 – 26,893 miles
  • 2010 – 23,113 miles
  • 2009 – 19,559 miles
  • 2008 – 15,697 miles
  • 2007 – 12,178 miles
  • 2006 – 8,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,423 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,423 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    56,423 miles
    Test number
    146610369293
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail56,423 miles (+5,639)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,423 miles
    Test number
    844340511817
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass50,784 miles (+4,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    50,784 miles
    Test number
    519280351116
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass46,538 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    46,538 miles
    Test number
    412578757905
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRBT service brake only 57% reduced effort from rear
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres out of shape
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection

  5. Fail46,538 miles (+3,339)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,538 miles
    Test number
    346742044099
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRBT service brake only 57% reduced effort from rear
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres out of shape
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection

  6. Pass43,199 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    43,199 miles
    Test number
    343940167010
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRBT: service brake only 56%
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection

  7. Fail43,199 miles (+1,409)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,199 miles
    Test number
    436573250047
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres out of shape
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRBT: service brake only 56%
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection

  8. Pass41,790 miles (+1,166)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    41,790 miles
    Test number
    906885134105
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays limit inspection

  9. Pass40,624 miles (+1,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    40,624 miles
    Test number
    146719831132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Pass39,119 miles (+1,705)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    39,119 miles
    Test number
    548754550272
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBracket on center section insecure (exhaust)

  11. Pass37,414 miles (+16)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    37,414 miles
    Test number
    931184969031
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail37,398 miles (+2,722)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,398 miles
    Test number
    323536473572
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass34,676 miles (+1,207)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    34,676 miles
    Test number
    909100034789
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  14. Pass33,469 miles (+1,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    33,469 miles
    Test number
    228063444388
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass31,636 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    31,636 miles
    Test number
    189177333383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,905 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    29,905 miles
    Test number
    709644632313
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail29,905 miles (+3,012)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,905 miles
    Test number
    849134432378
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass26,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    26,893 miles
    Test number
    898843531395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail26,893 miles (+3,780)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,893 miles
    Test number
    369453831330
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass23,113 miles (+3,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    23,113 miles
    Test number
    893785230324
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass19,559 miles (+3,862)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    19,559 miles
    Test number
    170237239369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,697 miles (+3,519)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    15,697 miles
    Test number
    683749638341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    12,178 miles
    Test number
    484558037453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail12,178 miles (+3,564)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,178 miles
    Test number
    592608437383
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass8,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    8,614 miles
    Test number
    320138336308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail8,614 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,614 miles
    Test number
    461148236346
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LB53 LZL

Does LB53 LZL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 LZL expired on 10 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 LZL?
The MOT on LB53 LZL expired on 10 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 LZL done?
LB53 LZL was recorded at 56,423 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2023, an average of 2,810 miles a year.
Has LB53 LZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 LZL has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 LZL 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 LZL find?
LB53 LZL passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear.

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