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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LR53 BZDMOT history

LR53 BZD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 104,408 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LR53 BZD silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
104,408 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 BZD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 BZD was last recorded at 104,408 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,676 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
732 miles
Average per year
3,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,408 miles
  • 2025 – 103,676 miles
  • 2023 – 103,066 miles
  • 2022 – 102,275 miles
  • 2021 – 101,248 miles
  • 2020 – 100,298 miles
  • 2019 – 90,067 miles
  • 2018 – 88,736 miles
  • 2017 – 87,560 miles
  • 2016 – 80,349 miles
  • 2015 – 78,391 miles
  • 2014 – 74,203 miles
  • 2013 – 71,892 miles
  • 2012 – 66,474 miles
  • 2011 – 60,268 miles
  • 2010 – 53,727 miles
  • 2009 – 46,577 miles
  • 2008 – 40,051 miles
  • 2007 – 32,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,408 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorIndicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass104,408 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    104,408 miles
    Test number
    334626592200
    • MinorIndicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail104,408 miles (+732)1 dangerous1 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,408 miles
    Test number
    145502639021
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Back arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,676 miles (+610)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    103,676 miles
    Test number
    354658533336
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass103,066 miles (+791)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,066 miles
    Test number
    137973150297
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread And rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,275 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    102,275 miles
    Test number
    208711056220
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail102,275 miles (+1,027)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,275 miles
    Test number
    304830267184
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass101,248 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,248 miles
    Test number
    432794026652
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail101,248 miles (+950)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,248 miles
    Test number
    222039574473
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass100,298 miles (+10,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    100,298 miles
    Test number
    126152975077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass90,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,067 miles
    Test number
    325684094201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,066 miles (+1,330)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,066 miles
    Test number
    968967804111
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass88,736 miles (+1,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    88,736 miles
    Test number
    718672476428
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass87,560 miles (+7,211)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    87,560 miles
    Test number
    679872094828
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass80,349 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,349 miles
    Test number
    136898110722
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Fail80,344 miles (+1,953)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,344 miles
    Test number
    850794809990
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass78,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,391 miles
    Test number
    888416985036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail78,391 miles (+4,188)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,391 miles
    Test number
    189856085459
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass74,203 miles (+2,311)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,203 miles
    Test number
    908143984088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,892 miles1 dangerous5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,892 miles
    Test number
    679946383098
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFault codes in car memory
    • NoteWashers poor

  20. Fail71,892 miles (+5,418)2 dangerous5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,892 miles
    Test number
    125386683066
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteDrivers door lock inop
    • NoteFault codes in car memory
    • NoteWashers poor

  21. Pass66,474 miles (+6,206)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,474 miles
    Test number
    188105772443
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  22. Pass60,268 miles (+6,541)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,268 miles
    Test number
    798483681080
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly worn/lipped.

  23. Pass53,727 miles (+7,150)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,727 miles
    Test number
    124955070030
    • 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)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre outer sidewall scuffed & nicked.

  24. Pass46,577 miles (+6,526)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,577 miles
    Test number
    271881579002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,051 miles (+7,305)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,051 miles
    Test number
    582274878034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,746 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    32,746 miles
    Test number
    242215087014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail32,712 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,712 miles
    Test number
    944971887056
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSmall chip in windscreen

Questions about LR53 BZD

Does LR53 BZD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 BZD is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 BZD?
The MOT on LR53 BZD is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 BZD done?
LR53 BZD was recorded at 104,408 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 3,810 miles a year.
Has LR53 BZD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 BZD has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR53 BZD 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 LR53 BZD find?
LR53 BZD passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: indicator switch insecure; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 9 more.

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