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Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,685 cc

LD53 LMVMOT history

LD53 LMV is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 105,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2023.

LD53 LMV blue Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2023
Mileage
105,331 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 LMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 LMV was last recorded at 105,331 miles on 11 Sept 2023, 2,815 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,516 miles · 20 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,815 miles
Average per year
3,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,331 miles
  • 2022 – 102,516 miles
  • 2021 – 99,633 miles
  • 2020 – 97,641 miles
  • 2019 – 96,288 miles
  • 2018 – 93,848 miles
  • 2017 – 92,431 miles
  • 2016 – 89,037 miles
  • 2015 – 85,085 miles
  • 2014 – 81,498 miles
  • 2013 – 77,516 miles
  • 2012 – 73,528 miles
  • 2010 – 68,251 miles
  • 2009 – 64,072 miles
  • 2008 – 60,675 miles
  • 2007 – 57,039 miles
  • 2006 – 50,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,331 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive washer bottle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides of vehicle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,331 miles (+2,815)1 dangerous9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,331 miles
    Test number
    476696203221
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive washer bottle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides of vehicle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass102,516 miles (+2,883)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,516 miles
    Test number
    429012179465
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass99,633 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    99,633 miles
    Test number
    734074615687
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail99,633 miles (+1,992)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,633 miles
    Test number
    389098191943
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass97,641 miles (+1,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    97,641 miles
    Test number
    855152448329
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass96,288 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,288 miles
    Test number
    653242253347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,284 miles (+2,436)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,284 miles
    Test number
    647507756816
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass93,848 miles (+1,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,848 miles
    Test number
    481686814141
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass92,431 miles (+3,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    92,431 miles
    Test number
    600410251829
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test a zone.
    • AdvisoryOil leak off side front.

  10. Pass89,037 miles (+1,315)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,037 miles
    Test number
    534533927526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,722 miles (+367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    87,722 miles
    Test number
    299150435749
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and engine covers fitted

  12. Fail87,355 miles (+2,270)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,355 miles
    Test number
    219747484169
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine idle is irratic
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass85,085 miles (+3,587)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    85,085 miles
    Test number
    837036245189
    • NoteFront and rear bumper damage
    • NoteOff side front tyer outher wall slight cut

  14. Pass81,498 miles (+3,982)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,498 miles
    Test number
    819692734166
    • NoteBoth rear tyer thin outher edge

  15. Pass77,516 miles (+3,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    77,516 miles
    Test number
    379838943112
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  16. Pass73,528 miles (+5,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,528 miles
    Test number
    567709842121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail68,251 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,251 miles
    Test number
    411056100495
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass68,251 miles (+4,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    68,251 miles
    Test number
    483036000453
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass64,072 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    64,072 miles
    Test number
    870196199288
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail64,072 miles (+3,397)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,072 miles
    Test number
    901496299238
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass60,675 miles (+3,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    60,675 miles
    Test number
    272159708335
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass57,039 miles (+6,468)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    57,039 miles
    Test number
    530348717350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    50,571 miles
    Test number
    764441116309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,571 miles1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,571 miles
    Test number
    611220616308
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about LD53 LMV

Does LD53 LMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 LMV expired on 2 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 LMV?
The MOT on LD53 LMV expired on 2 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 LMV done?
LD53 LMV was recorded at 105,331 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2023, an average of 3,251 miles a year.
Has LD53 LMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 LMV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 LMV 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 LD53 LMV find?
LD53 LMV failed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread; exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside front brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face, and 16 more.

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