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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,397 cc

LB53 VZOMOT history

LB53 VZO is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2025
Mileage
96,126 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VZO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VZO was last recorded at 96,126 miles on 9 Jul 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,124 miles · 8 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,126 miles
  • 2023 – 89,395 miles
  • 2022 – 81,504 miles
  • 2021 – 74,430 miles
  • 2020 – 67,586 miles
  • 2019 – 60,642 miles
  • 2018 – 53,204 miles
  • 2017 – 45,019 miles
  • 2016 – 37,133 miles
  • 2015 – 35,694 miles
  • 2014 – 33,545 miles
  • 2013 – 31,538 miles
  • 2012 – 26,654 miles
  • 2011 – 21,971 miles
  • 2010 – 16,706 miles
  • 2009 – 11,826 miles
  • 2008 – 8,334 miles
  • 2007 – 4,743 miles
  • 2006 – 247 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,126 miles
  • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,126 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,126 miles
    Test number
    325498818996
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail96,124 miles (+6,729)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,124 miles
    Test number
    687717809603
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass89,395 miles (+7,891)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    89,395 miles
    Test number
    289208793853
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass81,504 miles (+7,074)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    81,504 miles
    Test number
    742354712658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated but not excessive

  5. Pass74,430 miles (+6,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    74,430 miles
    Test number
    224700450026
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  6. Pass67,586 miles (+6,944)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    67,586 miles
    Test number
    663421714008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass60,642 miles (+7,438)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    60,642 miles
    Test number
    152564898239
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass53,204 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,204 miles
    Test number
    205912622182
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail53,204 miles (+8,185)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,204 miles
    Test number
    720492772529
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass45,019 miles (+7,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,019 miles
    Test number
    349659156615
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  11. Pass37,133 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,133 miles
    Test number
    649384153218
    • AdvisoryFront tyres have cuts in tread

  12. Fail37,133 miles (+1,439)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,133 miles
    Test number
    277725614717
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres have cuts in tread

  13. Pass35,694 miles (+2,149)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    35,694 miles
    Test number
    113982640880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,545 miles (+2,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    33,545 miles
    Test number
    488038514229
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass31,538 miles (+4,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    31,538 miles
    Test number
    619170523268
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass26,654 miles (+4,683)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,654 miles
    Test number
    308162522216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,971 miles (+5,265)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,971 miles
    Test number
    445886511262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,706 miles (+4,880)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    16,706 miles
    Test number
    303787510219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass11,826 miles (+3,492)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    11,826 miles
    Test number
    360740239264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,334 miles (+3,591)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    8,334 miles
    Test number
    310730828484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass4,743 miles (+4,496)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    4,743 miles
    Test number
    510687727249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass247 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    247 miles
    Test number
    273084536239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 VZO

Does LB53 VZO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VZO expired on 19 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VZO?
The MOT on LB53 VZO expired on 19 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VZO done?
LB53 VZO was recorded at 96,126 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2024, an average of 5,362 miles a year.
Has LB53 VZO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VZO has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 VZO 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 VZO find?
LB53 VZO passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front brake hose slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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