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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LR03 BZSMOT history

LR03 BZS is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 172,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2022.

LR03 BZS silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2023
Mileage
172,897 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 BZS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2023
Latest MOT test
16 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 BZS was last recorded at 172,897 miles on 16 May 2022, 5,616 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,281 miles · 5 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
5,616 miles
Average per year
8,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 172,897 miles
  • 2021 – 167,281 miles
  • 2019 – 160,449 miles
  • 2018 – 153,315 miles
  • 2017 – 147,281 miles
  • 2016 – 142,543 miles
  • 2015 – 137,531 miles
  • 2014 – 129,866 miles
  • 2013 – 122,144 miles
  • 2012 – 111,206 miles
  • 2011 – 101,153 miles
  • 2010 – 90,603 miles
  • 2009 – 80,418 miles
  • 2008 – 72,905 miles
  • 2007 – 58,714 miles
  • 2006 – 37,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,897 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,897 miles (+5,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    172,897 miles
    Test number
    785482821287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass167,281 miles (+6,832)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    167,281 miles
    Test number
    755066081141
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass160,449 miles (+7,134)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    160,449 miles
    Test number
    700006707322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    153,315 miles
    Test number
    597543225163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail153,314 miles (+6,033)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,314 miles
    Test number
    408717028265
    • DangerousNearside Front Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass147,281 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    147,281 miles
    Test number
    247413585160
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  7. Fail147,281 miles (+4,738)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,281 miles
    Test number
    281679563218
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect main beam (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  8. Pass142,543 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    142,543 miles
    Test number
    485258272966
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndersheilds fitted

  9. Fail142,543 miles (+5,012)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,543 miles
    Test number
    745755922152
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect MAIN BEAM (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndersheilds fitted

  10. Pass137,531 miles (+15)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    137,531 miles
    Test number
    288445575413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail137,516 miles (+7,650)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,516 miles
    Test number
    728793975124
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass129,866 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    129,866 miles
    Test number
    697195654174
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail129,865 miles (+7,721)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,865 miles
    Test number
    235535154401
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass122,144 miles (+10,938)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    122,144 miles
    Test number
    208224453400
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass111,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,206 miles
    Test number
    885042552182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail111,206 miles (+10,053)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,206 miles
    Test number
    638462552164
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass101,153 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    101,153 miles
    Test number
    975823751106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail101,153 miles (+10,550)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,153 miles
    Test number
    595763151136
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass90,603 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    90,603 miles
    Test number
    252825150482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail90,602 miles (+10,184)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,602 miles
    Test number
    782814950158
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass80,418 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    80,418 miles
    Test number
    462843259117
    • NoteAdvise engine covers fitted
    • NoteAdvise sill covers fitted

  22. Fail80,417 miles (+7,512)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,417 miles
    Test number
    260233559492
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise engine covers fitted
    • NoteAdvise sill covers fitted

  23. Pass72,905 miles (+14,191)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    72,905 miles
    Test number
    673126658149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass58,714 miles (+21,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,714 miles
    Test number
    530246157102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass37,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    37,372 miles
    Test number
    284602906445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 BZS

Does LR03 BZS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 BZS expired on 15 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 BZS?
The MOT on LR03 BZS expired on 15 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 BZS done?
LR03 BZS was recorded at 172,897 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2022, an average of 8,421 miles a year.
Has LR03 BZS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 BZS has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2018.
Has the mileage on LR03 BZS 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 LR03 BZS find?
LR03 BZS passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2022 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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