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Mercedes-Benz Vaneo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 VZPMOT history

LB53 VZP is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz Vaneo first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 92,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
92,103 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VZP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vaneo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VZP was last recorded at 92,103 miles on 16 Nov 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,103 miles · 13 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,103 miles
  • 2022 – 81,090 miles
  • 2021 – 69,297 miles
  • 2020 – 60,260 miles
  • 2019 – 50,941 miles
  • 2018 – 49,090 miles
  • 2017 – 45,025 miles
  • 2015 – 43,731 miles
  • 2014 – 40,810 miles
  • 2013 – 38,423 miles
  • 2011 – 32,516 miles
  • 2010 – 26,097 miles
  • 2009 – 21,013 miles
  • 2008 – 16,684 miles
  • 2007 – 14,297 miles
  • 2006 – 12,525 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    510379346743
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • 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 brake pipes slightly corroded

  2. FailMileage not read1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    280543448123
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • 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 brake pipes slightly corroded

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    233765989804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    92,103 miles
    Test number
    710033300054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail92,103 miles (+11,013)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,103 miles
    Test number
    729367239828
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play Offside front (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass81,090 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    81,090 miles
    Test number
    435525337274
    • AdvisoryNo passenger seats fitted at time of test

  7. Fail81,090 miles (+11,793)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,090 miles
    Test number
    833763044066
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam Offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo passenger seats fitted at time of test

  8. Pass69,297 miles (+1,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    69,297 miles
    Test number
    144654190769
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail68,219 miles (+7,959)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,219 miles
    Test number
    568609428024
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle Front (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working Nearside rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass60,260 miles (+9,319)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,260 miles
    Test number
    467971892379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,941 miles (+1,851)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,941 miles
    Test number
    970224991870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,090 miles (+4,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    49,090 miles
    Test number
    187141161147
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass45,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    45,025 miles
    Test number
    901328645387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    253037870122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,731 miles (+2,921)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,731 miles
    Test number
    285352655401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    40,810 miles
    Test number
    865146574172
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail40,810 miles (+2,387)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,810 miles
    Test number
    387236174168
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass38,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,423 miles
    Test number
    868452073153
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail38,423 miles (+5,907)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,423 miles
    Test number
    568901373194
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass32,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,516 miles
    Test number
    106017251304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,516 miles (+6,419)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,516 miles
    Test number
    776377651304
    • FailureFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Fail26,097 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,097 miles
    Test number
    433128330425
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass26,097 miles (+5,084)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,097 miles
    Test number
    591798630309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,013 miles (+4,329)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,013 miles
    Test number
    643413459388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,684 miles
    Test number
    650540958372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail16,684 miles (+2,387)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,684 miles
    Test number
    413210558465
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass14,297 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    14,297 miles
    Test number
    324152067314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail14,295 miles (+1,770)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,295 miles
    Test number
    571521567342
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass12,525 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    12,525 miles
    Test number
    470072466486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail12,490 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,490 miles
    Test number
    491896456415
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about LB53 VZP

Does LB53 VZP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 VZP is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VZP?
The MOT on LB53 VZP is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 VZP done?
LB53 VZP was recorded at 92,103 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2023, an average of 4,711 miles a year.
Has LB53 VZP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VZP has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 VZP 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 VZP find?
LB53 VZP passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 4 advisories: general corrosion; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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