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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LS03 FXAMOT history

LS03 FXA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2023.

LS03 FXA silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2024
Mileage
113,019 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 FXA
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
28 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 FXA was last recorded at 113,019 miles on 3 Feb 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,014 miles · 30 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,019 miles
  • 2021 – 108,011 miles
  • 2020 – 103,214 miles
  • 2019 – 98,050 miles
  • 2018 – 90,551 miles
  • 2017 – 81,109 miles
  • 2016 – 69,966 miles
  • 2015 – 59,437 miles
  • 2014 – 49,254 miles
  • 2013 – 44,016 miles
  • 2012 – 40,260 miles
  • 2011 – 37,109 miles
  • 2010 – 33,100 miles
  • 2009 – 28,497 miles
  • 2008 – 24,364 miles
  • 2007 – 19,162 miles
  • 2006 – 14,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,019 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,019 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    113,019 miles
    Test number
    588846453111
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail113,014 miles (+5,003)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,014 miles
    Test number
    663691921036
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,011 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    108,011 miles
    Test number
    902548244868
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail108,011 miles (+4,797)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,011 miles
    Test number
    859999175983
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,214 miles (+5,164)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,214 miles
    Test number
    528593567956
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass98,050 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,050 miles
    Test number
    874424425565
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail98,050 miles (+7,499)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,050 miles
    Test number
    216590697021
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,551 miles (+9,442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,551 miles
    Test number
    460828290425
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass81,109 miles (+11,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    81,109 miles
    Test number
    256013916023
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner edge . both (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass69,966 miles (+10,529)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,966 miles
    Test number
    456976468159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,437 miles (+10,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,437 miles
    Test number
    998447387616
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted, not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass49,254 miles (+2,022)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,254 miles
    Test number
    576724494220
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass47,232 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,232 miles
    Test number
    146842894484
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail47,232 miles (+3,216)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,232 miles
    Test number
    946071994078
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass44,016 miles (+80)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    44,016 miles
    Test number
    109529793461
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail43,936 miles (+3,676)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,936 miles
    Test number
    108433993419
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass40,260 miles (+3,151)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    40,260 miles
    Test number
    725849582040
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteParking brake waring light /sound on indicating fault

  18. Pass37,109 miles (+4,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    37,109 miles
    Test number
    155416191436
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass33,100 miles (+4,603)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,100 miles
    Test number
    501291390006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,497 miles (+4,133)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    28,497 miles
    Test number
    974912099086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,364 miles (+5,202)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,364 miles
    Test number
    813999498020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,162 miles (+4,889)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    19,162 miles
    Test number
    504423197010
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass14,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    14,273 miles
    Test number
    290342226442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 FXA

Does LS03 FXA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 FXA expired on 2 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 FXA?
The MOT on LS03 FXA expired on 2 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 FXA done?
LS03 FXA was recorded at 113,019 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2023, an average of 5,887 miles a year.
Has LS03 FXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 FXA has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS03 FXA 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 LS03 FXA find?
LS03 FXA passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 2 more.

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