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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,597 cc

LD53 VCUMOT history

LD53 VCU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 107,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

LD53 VCU silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
107,694 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VCU was last recorded at 107,694 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 8,751 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Oct 2016: 56,257 miles, lower than 120,699 miles on 30 Sept 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
98,943 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,751 miles
Average per year
4,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,694 miles
  • 2025 – 98,943 miles
  • 2024 – 93,635 miles
  • 2022 – 93,279 miles
  • 2021 – 89,601 miles
  • 2020 – 81,821 miles
  • 2019 – 73,842 miles
  • 2018 – 71,888 miles
  • 2017 – 63,486 miles
  • 2016 – 56,257 miles
  • 2015 – 46,895 miles
  • 2014 – 40,097 miles
  • 2013 – 34,280 miles
  • 2009 – 23,735 miles
  • 2008 – 21,622 miles
  • 2007 – 20,573 miles
  • 2006 – 15,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,694 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Gearbox leeking oil from sump

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,694 miles (+8,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    107,694 miles
    Test number
    193537424408
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass98,943 miles (+5,308)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    98,943 miles
    Test number
    505008838953
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass93,635 miles (+356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    93,635 miles
    Test number
    860033821427
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass93,279 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    93,279 miles
    Test number
    320787866182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail93,273 miles (+3,672)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,273 miles
    Test number
    489826772555
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass89,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,601 miles
    Test number
    933362735456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail89,601 miles (+7,780)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,601 miles
    Test number
    893585874173
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass81,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    81,821 miles
    Test number
    904376558560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail81,821 miles (+7,979)5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,821 miles
    Test number
    788938449758
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,842 miles (+1,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,842 miles
    Test number
    439151518575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass71,888 miles (+8,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    71,888 miles
    Test number
    473596737407
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass63,486 miles (+7,229)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    63,486 miles
    Test number
    127545876326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,257 miles (-64,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    56,257 miles
    Test number
    738377816211
    • AdvisoryGearbox leeking oil from sump

  14. Fail120,699 miles (+73,804)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,699 miles
    Test number
    906236251426
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryGearbox leeking oil from sump

  15. Pass46,895 miles (+6,798)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,895 miles
    Test number
    414779584234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,097 miles
    Test number
    739505654286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail40,082 miles (+5,802)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,082 miles
    Test number
    395095154496
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass34,280 miles (+10,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    34,280 miles
    Test number
    847182863209
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail23,735 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,735 miles
    Test number
    333756439494
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  20. Pass23,735 miles (+2,113)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    23,735 miles
    Test number
    902756139291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,622 miles (+1,049)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,622 miles
    Test number
    540232868295
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn down to 2mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn down to 3mm

  22. Pass20,573 miles (+5,316)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,573 miles
    Test number
    670280777299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    15,257 miles
    Test number
    473267246168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 VCU

Does LD53 VCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 VCU is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VCU?
The MOT on LD53 VCU is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 VCU done?
LD53 VCU was recorded at 107,694 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 4,692 miles a year.
Has LD53 VCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VCU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 VCU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 VCU find?
LD53 VCU passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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