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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,148 cc

LL53 TFNMOT history

LL53 TFN is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 149,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2023.

LL53 TFN blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2024
Mileage
149,144 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 TFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 TFN was last recorded at 149,144 miles on 25 Oct 2023, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,136 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
7,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 149,144 miles
  • 2022 – 142,140 miles
  • 2021 – 135,077 miles
  • 2020 – 129,659 miles
  • 2019 – 120,599 miles
  • 2018 – 112,516 miles
  • 2017 – 104,970 miles
  • 2016 – 97,464 miles
  • 2015 – 90,037 miles
  • 2014 – 82,222 miles
  • 2013 – 73,704 miles
  • 2012 – 64,166 miles
  • 2011 – 52,779 miles
  • 2010 – 44,562 miles
  • 2009 – 37,109 miles
  • 2008 – 30,973 miles
  • 2007 – 24,242 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,144 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear structure corrodedRecorded at 2 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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,144 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    149,144 miles
    Test number
    423218342519
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear structure corroded

  2. Fail149,136 miles (+6,996)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,136 miles
    Test number
    537167875863
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear structure corroded

  3. Pass142,140 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    142,140 miles
    Test number
    579799414436
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail142,140 miles (+7,063)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,140 miles
    Test number
    836995847283
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,077 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    135,077 miles
    Test number
    900907887800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,069 miles (+5,410)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,069 miles
    Test number
    475033707750
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,659 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    129,659 miles
    Test number
    381596712989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail129,659 miles (+9,060)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,659 miles
    Test number
    811030427839
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass120,599 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    120,599 miles
    Test number
    599499554883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,583 miles (+8,067)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,583 miles
    Test number
    289097455744
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass112,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    112,516 miles
    Test number
    654737845731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,516 miles (+7,546)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,516 miles
    Test number
    341267223767
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm On 1mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass104,970 miles (+7,506)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    104,970 miles
    Test number
    312930276964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,464 miles (+7,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    97,464 miles
    Test number
    719425074313
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  15. Pass90,037 miles (+7,815)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    90,037 miles
    Test number
    716135715093
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass82,222 miles (+33)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    82,222 miles
    Test number
    109186814080
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteMil on

  17. Fail82,189 miles (+8,485)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,189 miles
    Test number
    565694614071
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteMil on

  18. Pass73,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    73,704 miles
    Test number
    168832323039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,704 miles (+9,538)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,704 miles
    Test number
    687142723015
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteMil light came on during test

  20. Pass64,166 miles (+11,387)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    64,166 miles
    Test number
    199157612083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteMil light on

  21. Pass52,779 miles (+8,217)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,779 miles
    Test number
    188818601407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,562 miles
    Test number
    932136310039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,561 miles (+7,452)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,561 miles
    Test number
    260016810071
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass37,109 miles (+6,136)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,109 miles
    Test number
    990115209053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,973 miles (+6,731)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,973 miles
    Test number
    911322318053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,242 miles
    Test number
    471172927022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 TFN

Does LL53 TFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 TFN expired on 24 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 TFN?
The MOT on LL53 TFN expired on 24 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 TFN done?
LL53 TFN was recorded at 149,144 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2023, an average of 7,454 miles a year.
Has LL53 TFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 TFN has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LL53 TFN 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 TFN find?
LL53 TFN passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2023 with 2 advisories: front outer suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides; rear structure corroded.

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