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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LS53 JPFMOT history

LS53 JPF is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 22 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 74,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2022.

LS53 JPF blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2023
Mileage
74,519 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 JPF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 JPF was last recorded at 74,519 miles on 2 Feb 2022, 9,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Dec 2012: 34,529 miles, lower than 34,575 miles on 19 Dec 2012.

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
64,669 miles · 9 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
9,850 miles
Average per year
3,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,519 miles
  • 2021 – 64,669 miles
  • 2020 – 56,594 miles
  • 2019 – 52,195 miles
  • 2018 – 50,288 miles
  • 2016 – 48,029 miles
  • 2015 – 45,730 miles
  • 2014 – 42,866 miles
  • 2013 – 38,785 miles
  • 2012 – 34,529 miles
  • 2011 – 30,551 miles
  • 2010 – 26,732 miles
  • 2009 – 24,006 miles
  • 2008 – 21,094 miles
  • 2007 – 18,948 miles
  • 2006 – 16,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,519 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside, unable to inspect inner pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside, unable to fully inspect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of various components

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear tyre, tread 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear tyre, tread 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass74,519 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,519 miles
    Test number
    121743851321
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside, unable to inspect inner pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside, unable to fully inspect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of various components

  2. Fail74,519 miles (+9,850)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,519 miles
    Test number
    538472578470
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside, unable to inspect inner pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside, unable to fully inspect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of various components

  3. Pass64,669 miles (+119)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    64,669 miles
    Test number
    672698853110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre, tread 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre, tread 3mm
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside, unable to inspect inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of bodywork and various components

  4. Fail64,550 miles (+7,956)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,550 miles
    Test number
    207679214024
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre, tread 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre, tread 3mm
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside, unable to inspect inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of bodywork and various components

  5. Pass56,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    56,594 miles
    Test number
    265008704853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail56,594 miles (+4,399)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,594 miles
    Test number
    468706573154
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass52,195 miles (+1,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    52,195 miles
    Test number
    798607495777
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass50,288 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    50,288 miles
    Test number
    196788250305
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch rusty
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail50,288 miles (+2,259)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,288 miles
    Test number
    771616839589
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch rusty
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass48,029 miles (+2,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    48,029 miles
    Test number
    592151872864
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass45,730 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    45,730 miles
    Test number
    614421710291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight leak from gearbox sump

  12. Fail45,696 miles (+2,830)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,696 miles
    Test number
    941330947662
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight leak from gearbox sump

  13. Pass42,866 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,866 miles
    Test number
    416676944487
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail42,855 miles (+4,070)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,855 miles
    Test number
    986525644353
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass38,785 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,785 miles
    Test number
    597033143320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,529 miles (-46)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,529 miles
    Test number
    719895452318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,575 miles (+338)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,575 miles
    Test number
    757114052390
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  18. Fail34,237 miles (+3,686)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,237 miles
    Test number
    218165822326
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass30,551 miles (+3,819)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,551 miles
    Test number
    487209221359
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteREAR WHEEL TRACKING
    • NoteSERVICE INDICATOR DUE

  20. Pass26,732 miles (+2,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,732 miles
    Test number
    964202820375
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass24,006 miles (+2,912)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,006 miles
    Test number
    672602829330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    21,094 miles
    Test number
    331449808363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail21,094 miles (+2,146)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,094 miles
    Test number
    214189008326
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTracking may need adjusting

  24. Pass18,948 miles (+2,454)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    18,948 miles
    Test number
    241023607306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    16,494 miles
    Test number
    554138196231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 JPF

Does LS53 JPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 JPF expired on 8 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 JPF?
The MOT on LS53 JPF expired on 8 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 JPF done?
LS53 JPF was recorded at 74,519 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2022, an average of 3,799 miles a year.
Has LS53 JPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 JPF has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 JPF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 JPF find?
LS53 JPF passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2022 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside, unable to inspect inner pads; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside, unable to fully inspect, and 3 more.

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