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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,597 cc

LL53 FPAMOT history

LL53 FPA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 23 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 144,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2025.

LL53 FPA silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2025
Mileage
144,697 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 FPA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL53 FPA was last recorded at 144,697 miles on 30 Dec 2025, 1,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,136 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,561 miles
Average per year
6,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,697 miles
  • 2024 – 143,136 miles
  • 2023 – 140,874 miles
  • 2022 – 139,076 miles
  • 2021 – 137,238 miles
  • 2020 – 134,678 miles
  • 2019 – 132,037 miles
  • 2018 – 127,410 miles
  • 2017 – 123,581 miles
  • 2016 – 118,222 miles
  • 2015 – 113,004 miles
  • 2014 – 106,088 miles
  • 2013 – 95,844 miles
  • 2012 – 81,940 miles
  • 2011 – 76,614 miles
  • 2010 – 62,660 miles
  • 2009 – 48,979 miles
  • 2007 – 21,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,697 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Outer Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both rear tyres worn to 2-3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • O/s front tyre wall starting to perish & crack 205/55/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail144,697 miles (+1,561)1 dangerous3 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,697 miles
    Test number
    897117664733
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass143,136 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    143,136 miles
    Test number
    657576081717
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective 1 defective all others still working (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded but not structurally weakened
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear all components covered in surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail143,133 miles (+2,259)1 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,133 miles
    Test number
    530187346843
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working 501 bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective 1 defective all others still working (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded but not structurally weakened
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear all components covered in surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass140,874 miles (+1,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    140,874 miles
    Test number
    127759842832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear all rear suspension components covered in rust

  5. Pass139,076 miles (+1,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    139,076 miles
    Test number
    489169812327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass137,238 miles (+2,560)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,238 miles
    Test number
    249573504308
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear box mounting, but system still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass134,678 miles (+2,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    134,678 miles
    Test number
    555802324121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass132,037 miles (+4,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,037 miles
    Test number
    831323300661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward Track Control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass127,410 miles (+3,829)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    127,410 miles
    Test number
    161360376489
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under body covers fitted

  10. Pass123,581 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    123,581 miles
    Test number
    409933975270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on 2mm only 205/55/16
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section bracket broken system still secure

  11. Fail123,581 miles (+5,359)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,581 miles
    Test number
    256302729608
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on 2mm only 205/55/16
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section bracket broken system still secure

  12. Pass118,222 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,222 miles
    Test number
    144656951423
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to 2-3mm
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wall starting to perish & crack 205/55/16

  13. Fail118,222 miles (+5,218)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,222 miles
    Test number
    291823192874
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to 2-3mm
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wall starting to perish & crack 205/55/16

  14. Pass113,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    113,004 miles
    Test number
    111955195845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail113,004 miles (+6,916)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,004 miles
    Test number
    660203080021
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass106,088 miles (+10,244)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    106,088 miles
    Test number
    106762824383
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust mounting brackets corroded - system secure

  17. Pass95,844 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    95,844 miles
    Test number
    136315043310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail95,844 miles (+5,327)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,844 miles
    Test number
    736455343354
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass90,517 miles (+8,577)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    90,517 miles
    Test number
    385946383070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (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)

  20. Pass81,940 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    81,940 miles
    Test number
    745122862078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail81,940 miles (+5,326)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,940 miles
    Test number
    615722662009
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass76,614 miles (+13,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,614 miles
    Test number
    869013831034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass62,660 miles (+13,681)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    62,660 miles
    Test number
    123415120403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteLarge lip on front disc,s

  24. Pass48,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    48,979 miles
    Test number
    574581429087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,979 miles (+27,927)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,979 miles
    Test number
    994441829048
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn

  26. Pass21,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    21,052 miles
    Test number
    294192237030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 FPA

Does LL53 FPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 FPA expired on 10 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 FPA?
The MOT on LL53 FPA expired on 10 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 FPA done?
LL53 FPA was recorded at 144,697 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2025, an average of 6,538 miles a year.
Has LL53 FPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 FPA has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LL53 FPA 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 FPA find?
LL53 FPA failed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 15 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; exhaust system insecure; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 17 more.

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