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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LS53 HNBMOT history

LS53 HNB is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 14 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 162,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

LS53 HNB silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2026
Mileage
162,869 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 HNB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 HNB was last recorded at 162,869 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 6,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Nov 2007: 29,806 miles, lower than 41,954 miles on 23 Nov 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
156,353 miles · 8 May 2024
Between the last two tests
6,516 miles
Average per year
6,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,869 miles
  • 2024 – 156,353 miles
  • 2022 – 151,433 miles
  • 2021 – 149,745 miles
  • 2020 – 148,185 miles
  • 2019 – 146,873 miles
  • 2018 – 131,065 miles
  • 2017 – 111,547 miles
  • 2016 – 108,196 miles
  • 2015 – 102,800 miles
  • 2014 – 91,993 miles
  • 2013 – 87,229 miles
  • 2012 – 83,153 miles
  • 2011 – 76,492 miles
  • 2010 – 70,334 miles
  • 2009 – 51,221 miles
  • 2008 – 35,181 miles
  • 2007 – 29,806 miles
  • 2006 – 41,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,869 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass162,869 miles (+6,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    162,869 miles
    Test number
    703249411472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,353 miles (+4,920)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    156,353 miles
    Test number
    520046428445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass151,433 miles (+1,688)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    151,433 miles
    Test number
    791394642436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass149,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,745 miles
    Test number
    476418331261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail149,742 miles (+1,557)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,742 miles
    Test number
    969737273887
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass148,185 miles (+1,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    148,185 miles
    Test number
    246801539624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass146,873 miles (+15,808)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    146,873 miles
    Test number
    220390967385
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass131,065 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    131,065 miles
    Test number
    732194213141
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail131,056 miles (+19,509)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,056 miles
    Test number
    456993767181
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass111,547 miles (+3,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    111,547 miles
    Test number
    556133398801
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass108,196 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    108,196 miles
    Test number
    915558747988
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail108,196 miles (+5,396)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,196 miles
    Test number
    948459651492
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass102,800 miles (+10,807)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    102,800 miles
    Test number
    885998954038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,993 miles (+4,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    91,993 miles
    Test number
    398195224397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass87,229 miles (+4,076)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    87,229 miles
    Test number
    117125913376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass83,153 miles (+6,661)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    83,153 miles
    Test number
    507059412384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,492 miles (+6,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    76,492 miles
    Test number
    809966421379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass70,334 miles (+19,113)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    70,334 miles
    Test number
    461961820409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,221 miles (+16,040)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    51,221 miles
    Test number
    422481219335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,181 miles (+5,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,181 miles
    Test number
    444248818348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,806 miles (-12,148)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    29,806 miles
    Test number
    921187217390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    41,954 miles
    Test number
    931017726321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 HNB

Does LS53 HNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 HNB expired on 7 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 HNB?
The MOT on LS53 HNB expired on 7 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 HNB done?
LS53 HNB was recorded at 162,869 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 6,564 miles a year.
Has LS53 HNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 HNB has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 HNB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Nov 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 HNB find?
LS53 HNB passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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