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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LL53 FNCMOT history

LL53 FNC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 148,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2025.

LL53 FNC black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2026
Mileage
148,126 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 FNC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 FNC was last recorded at 148,126 miles on 20 Feb 2025, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,077 miles · 27 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
49 miles
Average per year
4,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,126 miles
  • 2024 – 148,077 miles
  • 2023 – 148,003 miles
  • 2022 – 147,794 miles
  • 2021 – 147,662 miles
  • 2020 – 147,479 miles
  • 2019 – 147,443 miles
  • 2018 – 147,384 miles
  • 2017 – 147,224 miles
  • 2016 – 138,957 miles
  • 2015 – 128,901 miles
  • 2014 – 126,027 miles
  • 2013 – 121,301 miles
  • 2011 – 109,533 miles
  • 2010 – 98,576 miles
  • 2009 – 88,307 miles
  • 2008 – 72,344 miles
  • 2007 – 69,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,126 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside front screen washer weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake pedal sticking on release

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,126 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    148,126 miles
    Test number
    143293099912
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass148,077 miles (+74)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    148,077 miles
    Test number
    230214933867
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake effort lower than nearside and pedal is sticking on release

  3. Pass148,003 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    148,003 miles
    Test number
    214304628161
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail148,000 miles (+206)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,000 miles
    Test number
    997259875043
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,794 miles (+132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    147,794 miles
    Test number
    279256109850
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated pedal sticking on release (1.1.6 (d))

  6. Pass147,662 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    147,662 miles
    Test number
    467893824300
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front screen washer weak
    • AdvisoryParking brake pedal sticking on release

  7. Fail147,658 miles (+179)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,658 miles
    Test number
    731287219677
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt silver one (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt black one (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated silver one (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement close to failing test (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front screen washer weak
    • AdvisoryParking brake pedal sticking on release

  8. Pass147,479 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    147,479 miles
    Test number
    777876241658
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTailgate handle insecure but working

  9. Fail147,479 miles (+36)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,479 miles
    Test number
    997321551042
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTailgate handle insecure but working

  10. Pass147,443 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    147,443 miles
    Test number
    940300358415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Fail147,443 miles (+59)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,443 miles
    Test number
    454354355918
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever not returning fully

  12. Pass147,384 miles (+160)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    147,384 miles
    Test number
    241357490096
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to see them very clearly (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake effort lower than nearside
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryParking brake pedal stiff on return
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  13. Pass147,224 miles (+8,267)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    147,224 miles
    Test number
    969742292615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass138,957 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    138,957 miles
    Test number
    821356235191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  15. Fail138,957 miles (+10,056)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,957 miles
    Test number
    270435021354
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively aeroblade (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  16. Pass128,901 miles (+2,874)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    128,901 miles
    Test number
    765905425135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass126,027 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    126,027 miles
    Test number
    779153124179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,301 miles (+175)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    121,301 miles
    Test number
    188719923031
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNSF foglamp innop
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail121,126 miles (+11,593)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,126 miles
    Test number
    919759913007
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNSF foglamp innop
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass109,533 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    109,533 miles
    Test number
    727933971219
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise N/S/F fog light is not working
    • NoteAdvise engine management light on
    • NoteAdvise front number plate is starting to deteriorate

  21. Fail109,533 miles (+10,957)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,533 miles
    Test number
    835933871294
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAdvise N/S/F fog light is not working
    • NoteAdvise engine management light on
    • NoteAdvise front number plate is starting to deteriorate

  22. Pass98,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    98,576 miles
    Test number
    942013850266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail98,576 miles (+10,269)4 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,576 miles
    Test number
    183603450219
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  24. Pass88,307 miles9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    88,307 miles
    Test number
    371865679282
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine mis-fire when hot
    • NoteN/s/f fog light broken

  25. Fail88,307 miles (+15,963)2 failures9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,307 miles
    Test number
    764565079232
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine mis-fire when hot
    • NoteN/s/f fog light broken

  26. Pass72,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    72,344 miles
    Test number
    662574058225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail72,344 miles (+2,845)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,344 miles
    Test number
    452168548265
    • FailureDirection indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  28. Pass69,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    69,499 miles
    Test number
    664792037011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail69,497 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,497 miles
    Test number
    124092137025
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Questions about LL53 FNC

Does LL53 FNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 FNC expired on 26 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 FNC?
The MOT on LL53 FNC expired on 26 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 FNC done?
LL53 FNC was recorded at 148,126 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2025, an average of 4,355 miles a year.
Has LL53 FNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 FNC has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LL53 FNC 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 FNC find?
LL53 FNC passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear.

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