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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,397 cc

LS53 HLWMOT history

LS53 HLW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 14 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 69,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

LS53 HLW silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
69,603 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 HLW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 HLW was last recorded at 69,603 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 4,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,266 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,337 miles
Average per year
2,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,603 miles
  • 2024 – 65,266 miles
  • 2023 – 63,340 miles
  • 2022 – 62,380 miles
  • 2021 – 59,371 miles
  • 2020 – 55,926 miles
  • 2019 – 53,374 miles
  • 2018 – 49,332 miles
  • 2017 – 46,437 miles
  • 2016 – 44,957 miles
  • 2015 – 43,191 miles
  • 2013 – 38,893 miles
  • 2012 – 35,626 miles
  • 2011 – 33,121 miles
  • 2010 – 29,537 miles
  • 2009 – 27,296 miles
  • 2008 – 25,193 miles
  • 2006 – 17,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,603 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both outer edges worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and punctured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,603 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    69,603 miles
    Test number
    994024539865
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail69,594 miles (+4,328)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,594 miles
    Test number
    447115801359
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass65,266 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    65,266 miles
    Test number
    805095554920
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and punctured (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail65,242 miles (+1,902)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,242 miles
    Test number
    504125267301
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and punctured (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass63,340 miles (+960)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,340 miles
    Test number
    711581282159
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass62,380 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,380 miles
    Test number
    465160140711
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail62,380 miles (+3,009)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,380 miles
    Test number
    109768475643
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass59,371 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,371 miles
    Test number
    943458874046
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail59,362 miles (+3,436)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,362 miles
    Test number
    695840767259
    • MajorOffside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass55,926 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,926 miles
    Test number
    936816519619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,921 miles (+2,547)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,921 miles
    Test number
    239120928611
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  12. Pass53,374 miles (+4,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,374 miles
    Test number
    579768517614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass49,332 miles (+2,895)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    49,332 miles
    Test number
    805893803796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll brake lines have surface corrosion

  14. Pass46,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    46,437 miles
    Test number
    775929740370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,437 miles (+1,480)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,437 miles
    Test number
    223802899803
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass44,957 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    44,957 miles
    Test number
    338925728562
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod

  17. Fail44,957 miles (+1,766)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,957 miles
    Test number
    202132471354
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod

  18. Pass43,191 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,191 miles
    Test number
    196206857808
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f flexi brake hoses perished

  19. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    878592129571
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/f flexi brake hoses perished

  20. PassMileage not read2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    835483374289
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f flexi brake hoses perished
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f tyres bald on edges(JUST ACCEPTABLE)

  21. FailMileage not read1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    267273874299
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f flexi brake hoses perished
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f tyres bald on edges(JUST ACCEPTABLE)

  22. Pass38,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    38,893 miles
    Test number
    718768763283
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail38,893 miles (+3,267)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,893 miles
    Test number
    256658963253
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass35,626 miles (+2,505)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    35,626 miles
    Test number
    888946502297
    • NoteNails noted in the tread of both front and n/s/r tyres.
    • NoteThe front brake pads are aprox 80% worn. Wear noted on the front brake discs.
    • NoteThe front suspension lower arm bushes are perrished.

  25. Pass33,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,121 miles
    Test number
    236725471436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail33,121 miles (+3,584)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,121 miles
    Test number
    898745971196
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  27. Fail29,537 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,537 miles
    Test number
    222989100474
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  28. Pass29,537 miles (+2,241)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    29,537 miles
    Test number
    674649100120
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  29. Pass27,296 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,296 miles
    Test number
    181873139188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass25,193 miles (+7,529)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    25,193 miles
    Test number
    311260558115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass17,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    17,664 miles
    Test number
    692604586264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail17,664 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,664 miles
    Test number
    734684886244
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LS53 HLW

Does LS53 HLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 HLW is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS53 HLW?
The MOT on LS53 HLW is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 HLW done?
LS53 HLW was recorded at 69,603 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 2,721 miles a year.
Has LS53 HLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 HLW has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 HLW 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 LS53 HLW find?
LS53 HLW passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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