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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,689 cc

LB53 NJXMOT history

LB53 NJX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 91,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2026
Mileage
91,100 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 NJX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 NJX was last recorded at 91,100 miles on 21 Feb 2025, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Mar 2021: 8,310 miles, lower than 88,300 miles on 25 Feb 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
91,062 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
3,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 91,100 miles
  • 2024 – 90,389 miles
  • 2023 – 89,573 miles
  • 2022 – 88,882 miles
  • 2021 – 8,310 miles
  • 2020 – 87,839 miles
  • 2019 – 87,212 miles
  • 2018 – 86,443 miles
  • 2017 – 85,583 miles
  • 2016 – 85,049 miles
  • 2015 – 84,163 miles
  • 2014 – 83,223 miles
  • 2013 – 81,187 miles
  • 2012 – 70,538 miles
  • 2011 – 59,829 miles
  • 2010 – 49,989 miles
  • 2009 – 37,665 miles
  • 2008 – 27,417 miles
  • 2007 – 21,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,100 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,100 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    91,100 miles
    Test number
    367495707776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail91,062 miles (+673)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,062 miles
    Test number
    550201229985
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass90,389 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    90,389 miles
    Test number
    996585225151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail90,368 miles (+795)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,368 miles
    Test number
    827526775115
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass89,573 miles (+691)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    89,573 miles
    Test number
    436087637200
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody Surface Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass88,882 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,882 miles
    Test number
    323549495097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Fail88,882 miles (+80,572)1 major1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,882 miles
    Test number
    940406664308
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Pass8,310 miles (-79,990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    8,310 miles
    Test number
    950157881895
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs very rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody rusting

  9. Fail88,300 miles (+461)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,300 miles
    Test number
    945757119046
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both sides very dull lens (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested lights dull (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area holed. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs very rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody rusting

  10. Pass87,839 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    87,839 miles
    Test number
    416123802830
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides starting to go dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail87,836 miles (+624)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,836 miles
    Test number
    149540652613
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak strut (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded supply pipes on both suspension arms (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides starting to go dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass87,212 miles (+769)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,212 miles
    Test number
    794434204731
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively all four (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass86,443 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    86,443 miles
    Test number
    861112698736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail86,443 miles (+860)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,443 miles
    Test number
    725078434800
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass85,583 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,583 miles
    Test number
    678293949430
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil strut (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded supply pipes to back plates (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail85,573 miles (+524)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,573 miles
    Test number
    929223577257
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer splitting (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded supply to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil strut (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded supply pipes to back plates (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine running lumpy?

  17. Pass85,049 miles (+886)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    85,049 miles
    Test number
    596844675853
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront washer jets poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slow to retract
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on brake pipes

  18. Pass84,163 miles (+940)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    84,163 miles
    Test number
    646878205020
    • NoteOffside front tyre getting low on tread on edges
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty
    • NoteBoth rear brkae pipes rusty

  19. Pass83,223 miles (+2,036)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    83,223 miles
    Test number
    385754624084
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass81,187 miles (+10,649)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    81,187 miles
    Test number
    296018923013
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass70,538 miles (+90)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,538 miles
    Test number
    336350332046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail70,448 miles (+10,619)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,448 miles
    Test number
    209577522009
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass59,829 miles (+9,840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    59,829 miles
    Test number
    869165821080
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass49,989 miles (+12,324)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    49,989 miles
    Test number
    890599420095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,665 miles (+10,248)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,665 miles
    Test number
    534409919097
    • NoteDriverside washer jet inop on one side
    • NoteFront brake discs worn close to limit
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn slightly on outter edge
    • NoteSlight brake judder from front brakes

  26. Pass27,417 miles (+5,611)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    27,417 miles
    Test number
    603518428032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,806 miles
    Test number
    660184227057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail21,805 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,805 miles
    Test number
    423474127042
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limit outer edge
    • NoteWiper blades in poor condition

Questions about LB53 NJX

Does LB53 NJX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 NJX expired on 18 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 NJX?
The MOT on LB53 NJX expired on 18 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 NJX done?
LB53 NJX was recorded at 91,100 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2025, an average of 3,833 miles a year.
Has LB53 NJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 NJX has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 NJX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 NJX find?
LB53 NJX passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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