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Mercedes-Benz C 320

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,199 cc

LR53 VYMMOT history

LR53 VYM is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 89,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2024.

LR53 VYM black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2025
Mileage
89,386 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2024
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
3,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 VYM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C 320
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 VYM was last recorded at 89,386 miles on 4 Sept 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,386 miles · 3 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,386 miles
  • 2023 – 88,647 miles
  • 2022 – 87,862 miles
  • 2021 – 86,862 miles
  • 2020 – 86,054 miles
  • 2019 – 85,314 miles
  • 2018 – 82,927 miles
  • 2017 – 79,292 miles
  • 2016 – 76,135 miles
  • 2015 – 69,739 miles
  • 2014 – 61,816 miles
  • 2013 – 56,163 miles
  • 2012 – 49,913 miles
  • 2011 – 45,647 miles
  • 2009 – 41,986 miles
  • 2008 – 37,770 miles
  • 2007 – 32,115 miles
  • 2006 – 27,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,386 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated driven flat

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Advise exhaust system corroded. rear section leaking from pipe attachment.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

35 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,386 miles
    Test number
    211345620697
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail89,386 miles (+3)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,386 miles
    Test number
    145528697744
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail89,383 miles (+736)10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,383 miles
    Test number
    508607764434
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm, marked (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm, marked (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Run flat damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass88,647 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    88,647 miles
    Test number
    124369488164
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated driven flat (5.2.3 (l))

  5. Fail88,643 miles (+781)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,643 miles
    Test number
    312799487868
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides cloudy (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road cracked in verious places (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated driven flat (5.2.3 (l))

  6. Pass87,862 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,862 miles
    Test number
    952896586406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail87,862 miles (+1,000)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,862 miles
    Test number
    182704801450
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass86,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    86,862 miles
    Test number
    740276120494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail86,862 miles (+808)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,862 miles
    Test number
    949951761500
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass86,054 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    86,054 miles
    Test number
    827278167723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail86,053 miles (+739)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,053 miles
    Test number
    709440815941
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass85,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2020
    Odometer
    85,314 miles
    Test number
    790551662553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,314 miles (+2,387)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,314 miles
    Test number
    221530940237
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s n/s (1.2.1 (e))

  14. Pass82,927 miles (+23)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    82,927 miles
    Test number
    844411157081
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust system corroded. rear section leaking from pipe attachment.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lower hub bush worn and noisy.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail82,904 miles (+3,612)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,904 miles
    Test number
    410014754725
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure linkage fouling body off vehilcle. (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lenz deteriorated. (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust system corroded. rear section leaking from pipe attachment.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lower hub bush worn and noisy.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass79,292 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    79,292 miles
    Test number
    154669627130
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine and floor pan covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating.

  17. Fail79,285 miles (+3,150)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,285 miles
    Test number
    608468216548
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine and floor pan covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryUnable to test front wheel bearings.

  18. Pass76,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,135 miles
    Test number
    861863659154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,135 miles (+6,396)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,135 miles
    Test number
    146712162592
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  20. Pass69,739 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    69,739 miles
    Test number
    247789635124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,732 miles (+7,916)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,732 miles
    Test number
    517398035131
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

  22. Pass61,816 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    61,816 miles
    Test number
    939630944195
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSnow tyres fitted on all four wheels

  23. Fail61,816 miles (+5,653)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,816 miles
    Test number
    729339034161
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSnow tyres fitted on all four wheels
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass56,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,163 miles
    Test number
    825217983001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail56,163 miles (+6,250)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,163 miles
    Test number
    748737783039
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass49,913 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,913 miles
    Test number
    787351922134
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  27. Fail49,913 miles (+2,633)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,913 miles
    Test number
    209831422416
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  28. Pass47,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    47,280 miles
    Test number
    455918442033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail47,280 miles (+1,633)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,280 miles
    Test number
    995227542085
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  30. Pass45,647 miles (+3,661)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,647 miles
    Test number
    969442341077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass41,986 miles (+4,216)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,986 miles
    Test number
    733971019202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass37,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    37,770 miles
    Test number
    952554538226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail37,770 miles (+5,655)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,770 miles
    Test number
    323894538449
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  34. Pass32,115 miles (+4,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    32,115 miles
    Test number
    230138227279
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  35. Pass27,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,385 miles
    Test number
    981104436277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 VYM

Does LR53 VYM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 VYM expired on 3 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 VYM?
The MOT on LR53 VYM expired on 3 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 VYM done?
LR53 VYM was recorded at 89,386 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2024, an average of 3,437 miles a year.
Has LR53 VYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 VYM has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 VYM 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 VYM find?
LR53 VYM passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2024 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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