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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,597 cc

LM53 ZHLMOT history

LM53 ZHL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 16 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 90,864 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2022.

LM53 ZHL silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2023
Mileage
90,864 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2022
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM53 ZHL
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
16 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM53 ZHL was last recorded at 90,864 miles on 19 Jan 2022, 6,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,753 miles · 28 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
6,111 miles
Average per year
4,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 90,864 miles
  • 2020 – 84,753 miles
  • 2019 – 74,351 miles
  • 2018 – 71,892 miles
  • 2017 – 68,974 miles
  • 2016 – 66,491 miles
  • 2015 – 63,990 miles
  • 2013 – 55,240 miles
  • 2012 – 49,341 miles
  • 2011 – 44,241 miles
  • 2009 – 38,911 miles
  • 2008 – 33,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,864 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,864 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,864 miles
    Test number
    722091412099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail90,864 miles (+6,111)2 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,864 miles
    Test number
    456855960576
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,753 miles
    Test number
    398495707378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail84,753 miles (+231)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,753 miles
    Test number
    415649642591
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail84,522 miles (+10,171)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,522 miles
    Test number
    138486448800
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass74,351 miles (+2,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,351 miles
    Test number
    475856146521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass71,892 miles (+2,918)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,892 miles
    Test number
    240393422557
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass68,974 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,974 miles
    Test number
    382792817102
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have cuts to outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly deteriorated

  9. Fail68,973 miles (+2,482)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,973 miles
    Test number
    579930990991
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working in wing mirror (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have cuts to outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly deteriorated

  10. Pass66,491 miles (+2,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,491 miles
    Test number
    904826547524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has cuts in outer sidewall

  11. Fail63,990 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,990 miles
    Test number
    245992885448
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front anti roll bar drop link gaiter staring to split

  12. Pass63,990 miles (+8,750)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    63,990 miles
    Test number
    377002485118
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front anti roll bar drop link gaiter staring to split

  13. Pass55,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,240 miles
    Test number
    827277093182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,240 miles (+5,899)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,240 miles
    Test number
    649607793182
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake pads are worn 3-4mm approx and discs are quite badly worn / lipped

  15. Pass49,341 miles (+5,100)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,341 miles
    Test number
    527194082125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,241 miles (+5,330)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,241 miles
    Test number
    645341481187
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracking on thread and on walls

  17. Pass38,911 miles (+5,730)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    38,911 miles
    Test number
    274107799134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,181 miles
    Test number
    452587508017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM53 ZHL

Does LM53 ZHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM53 ZHL expired on 18 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM53 ZHL?
The MOT on LM53 ZHL expired on 18 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM53 ZHL done?
LM53 ZHL was recorded at 90,864 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2022, an average of 4,110 miles a year.
Has LM53 ZHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM53 ZHL has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LM53 ZHL 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 LM53 ZHL find?
LM53 ZHL passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2022 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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