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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LS53 JPUMOT history

LS53 JPU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2021 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2021.

LS53 JPU black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2021
Mileage
88,712 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 JPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 JPU was last recorded at 88,712 miles on 10 Nov 2021, 3,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,671 miles · 5 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,041 miles
Average per year
4,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 88,712 miles
  • 2020 – 85,671 miles
  • 2019 – 81,012 miles
  • 2018 – 77,849 miles
  • 2017 – 74,679 miles
  • 2016 – 71,432 miles
  • 2015 – 70,922 miles
  • 2014 – 67,505 miles
  • 2013 – 60,464 miles
  • 2012 – 55,983 miles
  • 2011 – 47,631 miles
  • 2010 – 44,140 miles
  • 2009 – 40,700 miles
  • 2007 – 34,345 miles
  • 2006 – 27,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail88,712 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail88,712 miles (+3,041)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,712 miles
    Test number
    597934502543
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass85,671 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,671 miles
    Test number
    665230354756
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail85,671 miles (+4,659)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,671 miles
    Test number
    564907622810
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass81,012 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,012 miles
    Test number
    796002719656
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail81,010 miles (+3,161)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,010 miles
    Test number
    465776232653
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front head lights misted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Back arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass77,849 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,849 miles
    Test number
    967609775804
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 32% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Fail77,849 miles (+3,170)2 dangerous2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,849 miles
    Test number
    940784686804
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Cord exposed also (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 32% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Pass74,679 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    74,679 miles
    Test number
    904554458909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also sidewall damage but not to cords. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Fail74,679 miles (+3,247)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,679 miles
    Test number
    343970614935
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also sidewall damage but not to cords. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass71,432 miles (+510)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,432 miles
    Test number
    456115053491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail70,922 miles (+3,417)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,922 miles
    Test number
    263912159309
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass67,505 miles (+38)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,505 miles
    Test number
    816204014372
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail67,467 miles (+7,003)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,467 miles
    Test number
    487229004316
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass60,464 miles (+295)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    60,464 miles
    Test number
    516975213333
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail60,169 miles (+4,186)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,169 miles
    Test number
    479202013343
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass55,983 miles (+8,352)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,983 miles
    Test number
    775007512345
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass47,631 miles (+3,491)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,631 miles
    Test number
    987679451165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass44,140 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,140 miles
    Test number
    184739630184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,139 miles (+3,439)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,139 miles
    Test number
    612173830171
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass40,700 miles (+6,355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    40,700 miles
    Test number
    982787939042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass34,345 miles (+6,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    34,345 miles
    Test number
    242482407337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail27,693 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,693 miles
    Test number
    122293986251
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges slightly.
    • NoteRear 'no' plate discoloured.

  23. Pass27,693 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,693 miles
    Test number
    780163286296
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges slightly.
    • NoteRear 'no' plate discoloured.

Questions about LS53 JPU

Does LS53 JPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 JPU expired on 7 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 JPU?
The MOT on LS53 JPU expired on 7 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 JPU done?
LS53 JPU was recorded at 88,712 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2021, an average of 4,045 miles a year.
Has LS53 JPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 JPU has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 JPU 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 JPU find?
LS53 JPU failed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2021 with 7 major defects: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside stop lamp(s) not working, and 4 more.

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