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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LR53 BZLMOT history

LR53 BZL is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 166,473 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2023.

LR53 BZL silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2024
Mileage
166,473 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2023
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 BZL
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
30 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 BZL was last recorded at 166,473 miles on 30 Aug 2023, 6,507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,966 miles · 19 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
6,507 miles
Average per year
8,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 166,473 miles
  • 2022 – 159,966 miles
  • 2021 – 150,654 miles
  • 2020 – 143,986 miles
  • 2019 – 129,502 miles
  • 2018 – 118,377 miles
  • 2017 – 108,160 miles
  • 2016 – 102,369 miles
  • 2015 – 96,278 miles
  • 2013 – 83,159 miles
  • 2012 – 71,771 miles
  • 2011 – 49,814 miles
  • 2010 – 39,526 miles
  • 2009 – 34,243 miles
  • 2008 – 26,363 miles
  • 2006 – 20,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,473 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion to suspension elements and mounting area
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,473 miles (+6,507)4 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    166,473 miles
    Test number
    314193299931
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion to suspension elements and mounting area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass159,966 miles (+9,312)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    159,966 miles
    Test number
    174853068909
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass150,654 miles (+6,668)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    150,654 miles
    Test number
    352300463921
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,986 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    143,986 miles
    Test number
    138456490675
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail143,980 miles (+14,478)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,980 miles
    Test number
    625757018630
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass129,502 miles (+11,125)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    129,502 miles
    Test number
    317259397561
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass118,377 miles (+10,217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,377 miles
    Test number
    694192665943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass108,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,160 miles
    Test number
    528657075401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail108,160 miles (+5,791)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,160 miles
    Test number
    410656100270
    • FailureCentral Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass102,369 miles (+6,091)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    102,369 miles
    Test number
    739092386302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass96,278 miles (+13,119)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    96,278 miles
    Test number
    478198005033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,159 miles (+11,388)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    83,159 miles
    Test number
    746815423341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,771 miles (+21,957)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    71,771 miles
    Test number
    339241042398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,814 miles (+10,288)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,814 miles
    Test number
    576125771195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,526 miles (+5,283)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,526 miles
    Test number
    593097640100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    34,243 miles
    Test number
    124899449150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,243 miles (+7,880)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,243 miles
    Test number
    754869749182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass26,363 miles (+5,721)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    26,363 miles
    Test number
    924558048108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,642 miles
    Test number
    621488026386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 BZL

Does LR53 BZL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 BZL expired on 29 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 BZL?
The MOT on LR53 BZL expired on 29 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 BZL done?
LR53 BZL was recorded at 166,473 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2023, an average of 8,699 miles a year.
Has LR53 BZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 BZL has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LR53 BZL 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 BZL find?
LR53 BZL passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2023 with 4 minor defects and 20 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 21 more.

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