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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LR53 STZMOT history

LR53 STZ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2022 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 77,173 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2022.

LR53 STZ silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2022
Mileage
77,173 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 STZ
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
9 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR53 STZ was last recorded at 77,173 miles on 17 Sept 2022, 2,277 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,896 miles · 26 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,277 miles
Average per year
3,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 77,173 miles
  • 2021 – 74,896 miles
  • 2019 – 70,951 miles
  • 2018 – 67,853 miles
  • 2017 – 63,763 miles
  • 2016 – 60,264 miles
  • 2015 – 55,669 miles
  • 2014 – 52,646 miles
  • 2013 – 50,041 miles
  • 2012 – 47,395 miles
  • 2011 – 44,261 miles
  • 2009 – 37,301 miles
  • 2008 – 28,740 miles
  • 2006 – 24,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail77,173 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUndercover fitted obscuring some components

What MOT failures 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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside front tyre - sidewall damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail77,173 miles (+2,277)2 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,173 miles
    Test number
    281918290985
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndercover fitted obscuring some components

  2. Pass74,896 miles (+3,945)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    74,896 miles
    Test number
    192553678839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,951 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,951 miles
    Test number
    598149870122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail70,941 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,941 miles
    Test number
    734934136402
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Fail70,930 miles (+3,077)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,930 miles
    Test number
    211190462444
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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))

  6. Pass67,853 miles (+91)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    67,853 miles
    Test number
    367639347440
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre - sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail67,762 miles (+3,999)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,762 miles
    Test number
    660508007091
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre - sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass63,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    63,763 miles
    Test number
    765770602042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,763 miles (+3,499)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,763 miles
    Test number
    925909021230
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45 R17 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45 R17 (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass60,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    60,264 miles
    Test number
    184814897329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail60,264 miles (+4,595)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,264 miles
    Test number
    585035011624
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass55,669 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,669 miles
    Test number
    766541225161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,661 miles (+3,015)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,661 miles
    Test number
    558708415153
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake discs liped poor condition

  14. Pass52,646 miles (+14)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,646 miles
    Test number
    158173424135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Fail52,632 miles (+2,591)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,632 miles
    Test number
    235790824165
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureIndicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass50,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,041 miles
    Test number
    878639813159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,039 miles (+2,644)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,039 miles
    Test number
    655369313104
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass47,395 miles (+3,134)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    47,395 miles
    Test number
    558696012118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,261 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,261 miles
    Test number
    528409001133
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass44,261 miles (+6,960)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    44,261 miles
    Test number
    889329101100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,301 miles
    Test number
    451215159353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,301 miles (+4,680)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,301 miles
    Test number
    764995659361
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass32,621 miles (+3,881)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,621 miles
    Test number
    152055819060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,740 miles (+4,525)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,740 miles
    Test number
    954303908010
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Pass24,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    24,215 miles
    Test number
    214561866322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 STZ

Does LR53 STZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 STZ expired on 25 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 STZ?
The MOT on LR53 STZ expired on 25 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 STZ done?
LR53 STZ was recorded at 77,173 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2022, an average of 3,368 miles a year.
Has LR53 STZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 STZ has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LR53 STZ 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 STZ find?
LR53 STZ failed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 11 more.

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