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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,597 cc

LB53 UAUMOT history

LB53 UAU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 105,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
105,886 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 UAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 UAU was last recorded at 105,886 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,883 miles · 8 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,886 miles
  • 2024 – 104,660 miles
  • 2023 – 102,478 miles
  • 2022 – 100,418 miles
  • 2021 – 97,363 miles
  • 2020 – 92,629 miles
  • 2019 – 87,790 miles
  • 2018 – 83,776 miles
  • 2017 – 78,891 miles
  • 2016 – 74,115 miles
  • 2015 – 68,842 miles
  • 2014 – 61,377 miles
  • 2013 – 55,754 miles
  • 2012 – 49,874 miles
  • 2011 – 41,013 miles
  • 2009 – 35,737 miles
  • 2008 – 29,566 miles
  • 2007 – 17,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,886 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose fog lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Covers & undertrays obscuring some components

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Rear offside & nearside drive shafts corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,886 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    105,886 miles
    Test number
    317618345954
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose fog lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail105,883 miles (+1,223)1 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,883 miles
    Test number
    303496172012
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective not contacting windscreen correctly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective not contacting windscreen correctly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose fog lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass104,660 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    104,660 miles
    Test number
    837586523160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body component slightly loose Fog Lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Release Mechanism Worn (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Fail104,660 miles (+2,182)1 dangerous1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,660 miles
    Test number
    786725328011
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts Wiring Insecure Behind Front Bumper And Fouling With Tyre (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible Plate Delaminated Making Area Around Character "3" Non Reflective And Can Prevent Identification Of The Vehicle By (ANPR) Cameras (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body component slightly loose Fog Lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Release Mechanism Worn (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Under Inflated
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass102,478 miles (+2,060)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    102,478 miles
    Test number
    371947081208
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body component slightly loose fog lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated release mechanism worn (1.1.6 (d))
  6. Pass100,418 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,418 miles
    Test number
    930627694813
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body component slightly loose fog lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear offside & nearside driveshafts corroded
  7. Fail100,418 miles (+3,055)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,418 miles
    Test number
    280906473663
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high PRS adjusted lamp, no further fault found (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body component slightly loose fog lamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside & nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear offside & nearside driveshafts corroded
  8. Pass97,363 miles (+4,734)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,363 miles
    Test number
    436721735983
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light offside & nearside damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Body component slightly loose fog lamp, offside & nearside (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread along top edge of plate (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall & shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge, bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear offside & nearside drive shafts corroded
  9. Pass92,629 miles5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    92,629 miles
    Test number
    227961724808
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light offside & nearside (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread along top edge (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear offside & nearside drive shafts corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lights slightly loose
  10. Fail92,629 miles (+4,839)3 major5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,629 miles
    Test number
    692012293745
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended trapped (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light offside & nearside (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread along top edge (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear offside & nearside drive shafts corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lights slightly loose
  11. Pass87,790 miles (+4)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,790 miles
    Test number
    906322219558
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower both offside & nearside fog lamps insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to deteriorate along top edge (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing liner slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer door handle sticking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive near bellhousing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear boot lid external release handle not working, access for inspection gained using interior boot lid release button
    • AdvisoryRear offside & nearside drive shafts corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
  12. Fail87,786 miles (+4,010)3 major4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,786 miles
    Test number
    469785639078
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding NOTE, wheel bearing NOT tested for roughness when rotated (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding NOTE, wheel bearing NOT tested for roughness when rotated (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated not fully releasing (1.1.6 (d))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated note , parking brake not releasing fully (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower both offside & nearside fog lamps insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread starting to deteriorate along top edge (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing liner slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer door handle sticking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive near bellhousing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear boot lid external release handle not working, access for inspection gained using interior boot lid release button
    • AdvisoryRear offside & nearside drive shafts corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
  13. Pass83,776 miles (+1)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,776 miles
    Test number
    583676149197
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear offside & nearside, bind detected when rotating wheel by hand
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lamps insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth rear drive shafts corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExternal boot release handle sticking
  14. Fail83,775 miles (+4,884)4 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,775 miles
    Test number
    406560420759
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted chrome trim projecting from vehicle (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear offside & nearside, bind detected when rotating wheel by hand
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lamps insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth rear drive shafts corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExternal boot release handle sticking
  15. Pass78,891 miles (+4)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    78,891 miles
    Test number
    264625483273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight damage to outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear both driveshafts corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoot lid release handle sticking
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lamps insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel bearings NOT tested for roughness when rotated, MUST be tested on retest
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
  16. Fail78,887 miles (+4,772)3 failures2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,887 miles
    Test number
    211062918721
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high adjusted lamp no further fault found (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high adjusted lamp, no further fault found (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight damage to outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear both driveshafts corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoot lid release handle sticking
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lamps insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel bearings NOT tested for roughness when rotated, MUST be tested on retest
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
  17. Pass74,115 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    74,115 miles
    Test number
    684341012168
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner tie rods have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are feathering on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre valves are cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres ar feathering
    • AdvisoryBoth side repeaters are cracked and damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring som components
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn on inner fascia
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Fail74,115 miles (+5,273)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,115 miles
    Test number
    853565309763
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt FRONT ARM OF THE 2 (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner tie rods have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are feathering on inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre valves are cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres ar feathering
    • AdvisoryBoth side repeaters are cracked and damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring som components
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are worn on inner fascia
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Pass68,842 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,842 miles
    Test number
    156857671910
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner tie rods have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear and nearside front valve slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre starting to feather on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  20. Fail68,842 miles (+7,465)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,842 miles
    Test number
    585234619685
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp TOO DIM (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp TOO DIM (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner tie rods have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear and nearside front valve slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre starting to feather on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  21. Pass61,377 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,377 miles
    Test number
    539116564284
    • NoteOffside front thrust arm ball joint dust cover split
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen zone A
  22. Fail61,377 miles (+5,623)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,377 miles
    Test number
    598836064210
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen zone A
  23. Pass55,754 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    55,754 miles
    Test number
    289302653220
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  24. Fail55,754 miles (+5,880)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,754 miles
    Test number
    357012353450
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  25. Pass49,874 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    49,874 miles
    Test number
    905260432203
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNsf headlamp - top holder broken.
  26. Fail49,874 miles (+8,861)4 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,874 miles
    Test number
    199980332277
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteNsf headlamp - top holder broken.
  27. Pass41,013 miles (+5,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    41,013 miles
    Test number
    557826701063
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  28. Pass35,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    35,737 miles
    Test number
    263225159328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail35,737 miles (+6,171)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,737 miles
    Test number
    944175759322
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)
  30. Pass29,566 miles (+12,458)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,566 miles
    Test number
    963780058330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass17,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    17,108 miles
    Test number
    864535207040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 UAU

Does LB53 UAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 UAU is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 UAU?
The MOT on LB53 UAU is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 UAU done?
LB53 UAU was recorded at 105,886 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 4,691 miles a year.
Has LB53 UAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 UAU has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 UAU 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 UAU find?
LB53 UAU passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: central stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged; nearside non obligatory mirror damaged insecure; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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