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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,689 cc

LR53 SHVMOT history

LR53 SHV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 132,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2025.

LR53 SHV silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2026
Mileage
132,129 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 SHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 SHV was last recorded at 132,129 miles on 19 Feb 2025, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,109 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
5,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,129 miles
  • 2024 – 130,347 miles
  • 2023 – 128,392 miles
  • 2022 – 126,793 miles
  • 2021 – 124,943 miles
  • 2020 – 123,691 miles
  • 2019 – 121,647 miles
  • 2018 – 119,446 miles
  • 2017 – 117,036 miles
  • 2016 – 114,472 miles
  • 2015 – 112,018 miles
  • 2014 – 109,178 miles
  • 2013 – 105,560 miles
  • 2012 – 100,120 miles
  • 2011 – 92,863 miles
  • 2010 – 82,567 miles
  • 2009 – 65,539 miles
  • 2008 – 50,563 miles
  • 2006 – 36,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,129 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) bothRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspectionRecorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,129 miles (+20)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    132,129 miles
    Test number
    662485906536
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  2. Fail132,109 miles (+1,762)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,109 miles
    Test number
    751862798261
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  3. Pass130,347 miles (+1,955)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    130,347 miles
    Test number
    431507155959
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass128,392 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    128,392 miles
    Test number
    104173215943
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps faded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail128,392 miles (+1,599)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,392 miles
    Test number
    678370229116
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps faded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,793 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,793 miles
    Test number
    946522129466
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  7. Fail126,788 miles (+1,845)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,788 miles
    Test number
    507703844754
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  8. Pass124,943 miles (+17)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,943 miles
    Test number
    341502402966
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Fail124,926 miles (+1,235)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,926 miles
    Test number
    989825747843
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  10. Pass123,691 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    123,691 miles
    Test number
    785804458511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  11. Fail123,682 miles (+2,035)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,682 miles
    Test number
    829442688807
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  12. Pass121,647 miles (+2,201)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    121,647 miles
    Test number
    551524501417
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  13. Pass119,446 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    119,446 miles
    Test number
    392588534481
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

  14. Fail119,446 miles (+2,410)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,446 miles
    Test number
    892150315929
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

  15. Pass117,036 miles (+2,564)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    117,036 miles
    Test number
    785957564538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components
    • AdvisorySome noise in steering column

  16. Pass114,472 miles (+2,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,472 miles
    Test number
    387533471294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass112,018 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    112,018 miles
    Test number
    459076975095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail112,018 miles (+2,840)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,018 miles
    Test number
    735296175016
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass109,178 miles (+4)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    109,178 miles
    Test number
    978264964045
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSome noise in steering rack
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail109,174 miles (+3,614)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,174 miles
    Test number
    607633564039
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSome noise in steering rack
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass105,560 miles (+102)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    105,560 miles
    Test number
    205257483055
    • NoteSurface corrosion on brake pipes
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail105,458 miles (+5,338)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,458 miles
    Test number
    326590883040
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteSurface corrosion on brake pipes
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass100,120 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    100,120 miles
    Test number
    796971892015
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken

  24. Fail100,120 miles (+7,257)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,120 miles
    Test number
    527221392070
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken

  25. Pass92,863 miles (+30)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    92,863 miles
    Test number
    137829831424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail92,833 miles (+10,266)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,833 miles
    Test number
    196515031427
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass82,567 miles (+506)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    82,567 miles
    Test number
    334583840046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail82,061 miles (+16,522)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,061 miles
    Test number
    480866130008
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Pass65,539 miles (+14,976)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,539 miles
    Test number
    280611749062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass50,563 miles (+14,311)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    50,563 miles
    Test number
    820449348086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass36,252 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    36,252 miles
    Test number
    520263136370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail36,143 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,143 miles
    Test number
    470328226372
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LR53 SHV

Does LR53 SHV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 SHV expired on 18 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 SHV?
The MOT on LR53 SHV expired on 18 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 SHV done?
LR53 SHV was recorded at 132,129 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2025, an average of 5,263 miles a year.
Has LR53 SHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 SHV has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 SHV 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 SHV find?
LR53 SHV passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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