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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LL53 UEWMOT history

LL53 UEW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 12 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2024.

LL53 UEW silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2025
Mileage
101,240 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 UEW
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
12 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 UEW was last recorded at 101,240 miles on 13 Mar 2024, 3,507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,733 miles · 23 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
3,507 miles
Average per year
3,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 101,240 miles
  • 2023 – 97,733 miles
  • 2022 – 94,449 miles
  • 2021 – 92,134 miles
  • 2020 – 89,770 miles
  • 2019 – 85,079 miles
  • 2018 – 83,007 miles
  • 2017 – 80,483 miles
  • 2016 – 77,459 miles
  • 2015 – 74,770 miles
  • 2014 – 72,867 miles
  • 2013 – 69,695 miles
  • 2012 – 66,078 miles
  • 2011 – 62,377 miles
  • 2010 – 58,515 miles
  • 2009 – 54,565 miles
  • 2008 – 49,124 miles
  • 2007 – 34,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,240 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,240 miles (+3,507)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    101,240 miles
    Test number
    943952686101
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass97,733 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    97,733 miles
    Test number
    844862396828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail97,733 miles (+3,284)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,733 miles
    Test number
    523612766150
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass94,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,449 miles
    Test number
    743538333252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail94,449 miles (+2,315)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,449 miles
    Test number
    661829347103
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  6. Pass92,134 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    92,134 miles
    Test number
    835124089143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail92,106 miles (+2,336)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,106 miles
    Test number
    901962631210
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass89,770 miles (+4,691)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    89,770 miles
    Test number
    851528013328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass85,079 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    85,079 miles
    Test number
    241798613621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail85,078 miles (+2,071)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,078 miles
    Test number
    527719203518
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass83,007 miles (+2,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,007 miles
    Test number
    454538670268
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass80,483 miles (+3,024)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,483 miles
    Test number
    583419249302
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass77,459 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    77,459 miles
    Test number
    243382914107
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

  14. Fail77,459 miles (+2,689)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,459 miles
    Test number
    850870698478
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

  15. Pass74,770 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,770 miles
    Test number
    356827985061
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Fail74,770 miles (+1,903)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,770 miles
    Test number
    786047485034
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Pass72,867 miles (+3,172)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,867 miles
    Test number
    779956584019
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre worn on outer edge

  18. Pass69,695 miles (+44)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    69,695 miles
    Test number
    339655893052
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  19. Fail69,651 miles (+3,573)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,651 miles
    Test number
    537657183038
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre worn on outer edge

  20. Pass66,078 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,078 miles
    Test number
    186649582467
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail66,078 miles (+3,701)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,078 miles
    Test number
    898259182099
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass62,377 miles (+3,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,377 miles
    Test number
    389124481004
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass58,515 miles (+3,950)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,515 miles
    Test number
    481941680021
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHandbrake reserve travel close to limit
    • NoteRear number plate slight blemish

  24. Pass54,565 miles (+5,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    54,565 miles
    Test number
    571002199060
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass49,124 miles (+14,452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    49,124 miles
    Test number
    770378788098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass34,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    34,672 miles
    Test number
    282793117022
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL53 UEW

Does LL53 UEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 UEW expired on 4 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 UEW?
The MOT on LL53 UEW expired on 4 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 UEW done?
LL53 UEW was recorded at 101,240 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2024, an average of 3,878 miles a year.
Has LL53 UEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 UEW has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LL53 UEW 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 UEW find?
LL53 UEW passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2024 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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