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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 3,199 cc

LB53 TZNMOT history

LB53 TZN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 20 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 49,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
49,425 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 TZN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 TZN was last recorded at 49,425 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 1,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,027 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,398 miles
Average per year
2,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,425 miles
  • 2025 – 48,027 miles
  • 2024 – 45,933 miles
  • 2023 – 43,167 miles
  • 2022 – 40,187 miles
  • 2021 – 36,741 miles
  • 2020 – 34,984 miles
  • 2019 – 31,016 miles
  • 2018 – 28,584 miles
  • 2017 – 25,524 miles
  • 2016 – 22,589 miles
  • 2015 – 19,666 miles
  • 2014 – 16,489 miles
  • 2013 – 14,364 miles
  • 2012 – 10,117 miles
  • 2011 – 7,044 miles
  • 2010 – 6,650 miles
  • 2009 – 5,721 miles
  • 2008 – 4,918 miles
  • 2007 – 4,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,425 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,425 miles (+1,398)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    49,425 miles
    Test number
    418906700739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass48,027 miles (+2,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    48,027 miles
    Test number
    639526056769
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass45,933 miles (+2,766)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    45,933 miles
    Test number
    422615247058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass43,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    43,167 miles
    Test number
    142236872922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail43,167 miles (+2,980)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,167 miles
    Test number
    683921929865
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass40,187 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    40,187 miles
    Test number
    111772095708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail40,186 miles (+3,445)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,186 miles
    Test number
    534952205616
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass36,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    36,741 miles
    Test number
    963498379484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail36,741 miles (+1,757)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,741 miles
    Test number
    861320078319
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass34,984 miles (+3,968)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    34,984 miles
    Test number
    556208722067
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass31,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    31,016 miles
    Test number
    937048454893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail31,016 miles (+2,432)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,016 miles
    Test number
    138980367373
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  13. Pass28,584 miles (+3,060)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    28,584 miles
    Test number
    126647682714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,524 miles (+2,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    25,524 miles
    Test number
    978601044474
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass22,589 miles (+2,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    22,589 miles
    Test number
    422091272681
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres balding on shoulders

  16. Pass19,666 miles (+3,177)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    19,666 miles
    Test number
    156838415052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,489 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    16,489 miles
    Test number
    189245544497
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre rear stop lamp damaged
    • NoteNearside repeater lamp slightly damaged

  18. Fail16,489 miles (+2,125)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,489 miles
    Test number
    667125244050
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre rear stop lamp damaged
    • NoteNearside repeater lamp slightly damaged

  19. Pass14,364 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    14,364 miles
    Test number
    177018343413
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside wiper blade smearing screen
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail14,364 miles (+4,247)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,364 miles
    Test number
    415018043044
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside wiper blade smearing screen
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass10,117 miles (+3,073)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    10,117 miles
    Test number
    579588422082
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  22. Pass7,044 miles (+394)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    7,044 miles
    Test number
    379229121088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass6,650 miles (+929)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    6,650 miles
    Test number
    741156520030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass5,721 miles (+803)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    5,721 miles
    Test number
    662052619045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass4,918 miles (+870)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    4,918 miles
    Test number
    434829918093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass4,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    4,048 miles
    Test number
    982967417021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 TZN

Does LB53 TZN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 TZN is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 TZN?
The MOT on LB53 TZN is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 TZN done?
LB53 TZN was recorded at 49,425 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 2,367 miles a year.
Has LB53 TZN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 TZN has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 TZN 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 TZN find?
LB53 TZN passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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