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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LL53 EAEMOT history

LL53 EAE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 210,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

LL53 EAE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
210,869 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 EAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 EAE was last recorded at 210,869 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 3,206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,663 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,206 miles
Average per year
8,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,869 miles
  • 2025 – 207,663 miles
  • 2024 – 205,105 miles
  • 2023 – 201,732 miles
  • 2021 – 197,876 miles
  • 2020 – 193,875 miles
  • 2019 – 188,901 miles
  • 2018 – 183,863 miles
  • 2017 – 175,852 miles
  • 2016 – 168,013 miles
  • 2015 – 153,843 miles
  • 2014 – 147,897 miles
  • 2013 – 143,155 miles
  • 2012 – 138,512 miles
  • 2011 – 129,415 miles
  • 2010 – 115,229 miles
  • 2009 – 93,433 miles
  • 2008 – 69,594 miles
  • 2007 – 49,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,869 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on limit now

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,869 miles (+3,206)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    210,869 miles
    Test number
    673639868510
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass207,663 miles (+2,558)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    207,663 miles
    Test number
    207992125092
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipework (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass205,105 miles (+3,373)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    205,105 miles
    Test number
    472408266779
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and rear pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear exhaust hanger broken away (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both side inner rack joints have play
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side forward suspension arm bushes perished and allowing deflection under braking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on the outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake lagging slightly when carrying out brake test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil residue around engine

  4. Pass201,732 miles (+102)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    201,732 miles
    Test number
    324999914981
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on limit now (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail201,630 miles (+3,754)2 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,630 miles
    Test number
    684225720460
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on limit now (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass197,876 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    197,876 miles
    Test number
    280622273411
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both - JUST LEGAL (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail197,859 miles (+3,984)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,859 miles
    Test number
    357538308480
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both - JUST LEGAL (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass193,875 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    193,875 miles
    Test number
    687454685885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail193,792 miles (+4,891)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,792 miles
    Test number
    496182263508
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass188,901 miles (+5,038)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    188,901 miles
    Test number
    993927576652
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - deflection under braking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass183,863 miles (+196)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    183,863 miles
    Test number
    257390004992
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bushes nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail183,667 miles (+7,815)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,667 miles
    Test number
    817391308066
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm bushes nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear hanger broken by rear diff

  13. Pass175,852 miles (+7,839)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    175,852 miles
    Test number
    688422807722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust support bracket deteriorated

  14. Pass168,013 miles (+158)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    168,013 miles
    Test number
    968892949031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light is on

  15. Fail167,855 miles (+14,012)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,855 miles
    Test number
    430994266760
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked inner rim marked in yellow (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light is on

  16. Pass153,843 miles (+5,946)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    153,843 miles
    Test number
    717149311187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass147,897 miles (+4,742)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    147,897 miles
    Test number
    306505244405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass143,155 miles (+4,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    143,155 miles
    Test number
    459906943203
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass138,512 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    138,512 miles
    Test number
    589416992159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail138,384 miles (+8,969)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,384 miles
    Test number
    208234982493
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  21. Fail129,415 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,415 miles
    Test number
    735925771079
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOffside front & nearside front foglights insecure.

  22. Pass129,415 miles (+14,186)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    129,415 miles
    Test number
    826745071064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOffside front & nearside front foglights insecure.

  23. Pass115,229 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    115,229 miles
    Test number
    164117170046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail115,220 miles (+21,787)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,220 miles
    Test number
    912795970016
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass93,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    93,433 miles
    Test number
    160122949431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail93,433 miles (+23,839)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,433 miles
    Test number
    132410249004
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass69,594 miles (+20,229)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    69,594 miles
    Test number
    953043848015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass49,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    49,365 miles
    Test number
    964554327032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail49,365 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,365 miles
    Test number
    194023827051
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LL53 EAE

Does LL53 EAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 EAE is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 EAE?
The MOT on LL53 EAE is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 EAE done?
LL53 EAE was recorded at 210,869 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 8,337 miles a year.
Has LL53 EAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 EAE has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LL53 EAE 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 LL53 EAE find?
LL53 EAE passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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