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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LR53 LGEMOT history

LR53 LGE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 73,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2022.

LR53 LGE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Feb 2023
Mileage
73,391 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 LGE
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
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 LGE was last recorded at 73,391 miles on 11 Feb 2022, 1,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,451 miles · 14 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
1,940 miles
Average per year
3,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,391 miles
  • 2020 – 71,451 miles
  • 2019 – 70,466 miles
  • 2018 – 69,171 miles
  • 2017 – 67,814 miles
  • 2016 – 65,904 miles
  • 2014 – 58,826 miles
  • 2013 – 53,505 miles
  • 2012 – 50,035 miles
  • 2011 – 46,935 miles
  • 2010 – 42,534 miles
  • 2009 – 39,456 miles
  • 2008 – 34,945 miles
  • 2007 – 29,227 miles
  • 2006 – 26,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,391 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    73,391 miles
    Test number
    369247339729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail73,391 miles (+1,940)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,391 miles
    Test number
    411581031585
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass71,451 miles (+985)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,451 miles
    Test number
    773102196268
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass70,466 miles (+1,295)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    70,466 miles
    Test number
    390968561953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    69,171 miles
    Test number
    309607604009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail69,171 miles (+1,357)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,171 miles
    Test number
    814680969058
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWasher fluid added
  7. Pass67,814 miles (+1,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    67,814 miles
    Test number
    548030234694
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  8. Pass65,904 miles (+7,078)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,904 miles
    Test number
    632683937241
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre bald outer edge and getting close to wear indicators recommend replacement
    • AdvisoryNsr jacking pad missing
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low
  9. Pass58,826 miles (+5,321)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,826 miles
    Test number
    656794424373
    • NoteEngine and underbody covers fitted limited view of components
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing on outer edge,osr tyre side wall damaged
  10. Pass53,505 miles (+3,470)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,505 miles
    Test number
    928051313398
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre Wearing On Outer Edge--Just Legal
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre Has Slight Wall Damage
  11. Pass50,035 miles (+3,100)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,035 miles
    Test number
    436107602483
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Pass46,935 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    46,935 miles
    Test number
    808393211333
    • NoteEngine and full underbody covers fitted limited view of components
  13. Fail46,935 miles (+4,401)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,935 miles
    Test number
    468362611496
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteEngine and full underbody covers fitted limited view of components
    • NoteOsf antiroll bar link gaitor split,nsf lower forward ball joint gaitor split
  14. Pass42,534 miles (+3,078)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    42,534 miles
    Test number
    140994310379
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteEngine and full under body covers fitted limited view of components
    • NoteOsf antiroll bar link gaitor split
    • NoteOsf tyre wearing on edges
    • NotePlastic trims on lower sills unable to check fully
    • NoteRear indicators pale,recommend attention
  15. Pass39,456 miles (+4,511)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    39,456 miles
    Test number
    732863319398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsf antiroll bar link gaitor split
    • NoteOsf tyre wearing on edges
    • NotePark brake travel
  16. Pass34,945 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    34,945 miles
    Test number
    212923328352
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFull engine/body undertray fitted
    • NoteNoise from drive belt area
    • NoteO/s/f lower forward ball joint gaiter deteriorated
    • NoteParking brake travel
  17. Fail34,945 miles (+5,718)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,945 miles
    Test number
    663122928393
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFull engine and under body covers fitted limited view of components
    • NoteNoise from drive belt area
    • NoteOsf lower forward ball joint gaiter deteriorated
    • NoteParking brake travel
  18. Pass29,227 miles (+2,638)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,227 miles
    Test number
    964265487263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,589 miles
    Test number
    782615376294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 LGE

Does LR53 LGE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 LGE expired on 10 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 LGE?
The MOT on LR53 LGE expired on 10 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 LGE done?
LR53 LGE was recorded at 73,391 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2022, an average of 3,047 miles a year.
Has LR53 LGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 LGE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LR53 LGE 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 LGE find?
LR53 LGE passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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