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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB53 NVAMOT history

LB53 NVA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 101,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
101,272 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 NVA
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
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 NVA was last recorded at 101,272 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 486 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,786 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
486 miles
Average per year
4,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,272 miles
  • 2024 – 100,286 miles
  • 2023 – 98,701 miles
  • 2022 – 98,252 miles
  • 2021 – 97,637 miles
  • 2020 – 97,098 miles
  • 2019 – 94,934 miles
  • 2018 – 91,569 miles
  • 2017 – 88,074 miles
  • 2016 – 82,889 miles
  • 2015 – 75,895 miles
  • 2014 – 71,661 miles
  • 2013 – 64,403 miles
  • 2012 – 57,630 miles
  • 2011 – 50,734 miles
  • 2010 – 44,836 miles
  • 2009 – 38,352 miles
  • 2008 – 28,345 miles
  • 2006 – 18,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,272 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,272 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    101,272 miles
    Test number
    554422774228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass100,786 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    100,786 miles
    Test number
    764041684150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass100,286 miles (+1,585)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,286 miles
    Test number
    928804234163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,701 miles (+449)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    98,701 miles
    Test number
    953936097609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,252 miles (+615)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    98,252 miles
    Test number
    924159082130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,637 miles (+539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,637 miles
    Test number
    285627418331
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass97,098 miles (+2,164)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,098 miles
    Test number
    469351733722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,934 miles (+3,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    94,934 miles
    Test number
    483102112110
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting peg/bracket detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass91,569 miles (+3,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    91,569 miles
    Test number
    506786720449
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting bracket corroded/detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

  10. Pass88,074 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    88,074 miles
    Test number
    156972023748
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail88,039 miles (+5,150)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,039 miles
    Test number
    191863645937
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint track control arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass82,889 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,889 miles
    Test number
    228585316019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering track control arm has slight play in inner joint

  13. Fail82,889 miles (+6,994)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,889 miles
    Test number
    146940506306
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering track control arm has slight play in inner joint

  14. Pass75,895 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,895 miles
    Test number
    818603625050
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge and has slight damage to outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge and has slight damage to outer sidewall

  15. Fail75,895 miles (+4,234)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,895 miles
    Test number
    825193125044
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge and has slight damage to outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge and has slight damage to outer sidewall

  16. Pass71,661 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    71,661 miles
    Test number
    809375614098
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail71,661 miles (+7,258)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,661 miles
    Test number
    219384414000
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass64,403 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    64,403 miles
    Test number
    737232533078
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Fail64,402 miles (+6,772)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,402 miles
    Test number
    885272333089
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass57,630 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,630 miles
    Test number
    566153032047
    • NoteParking brake release not working correctly

  21. Fail57,630 miles (+6,896)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,630 miles
    Test number
    286283832057
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteParking brake release not working correctly

  22. Pass50,734 miles (+5,898)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    50,734 miles
    Test number
    947927211022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight binding on offside front brake

  23. Pass44,836 miles (+6,484)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,836 miles
    Test number
    150452530072
    • NoteSlight binding on offside front brake

  24. Fail38,352 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,352 miles
    Test number
    161880329002
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass38,352 miles (+10,007)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,352 miles
    Test number
    184640629064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,345 miles (+9,962)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,345 miles
    Test number
    374291628062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass18,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    18,383 miles
    Test number
    963658336380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail18,383 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,383 miles
    Test number
    414548036403
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • 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)

Questions about LB53 NVA

Does LB53 NVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 NVA is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 NVA?
The MOT on LB53 NVA is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 NVA done?
LB53 NVA was recorded at 101,272 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 4,364 miles a year.
Has LB53 NVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 NVA has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2017.
Has the mileage on LB53 NVA 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 NVA find?
LB53 NVA passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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