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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LS53 JWFMOT history

LS53 JWF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 106,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

LS53 JWF silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
106,062 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 JWF
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
27 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 JWF was last recorded at 106,062 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 90 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,972 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
90 miles
Average per year
4,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,062 miles
  • 2025 – 102,627 miles
  • 2024 – 101,963 miles
  • 2023 – 95,042 miles
  • 2022 – 92,983 miles
  • 2021 – 90,684 miles
  • 2020 – 88,722 miles
  • 2019 – 84,365 miles
  • 2018 – 79,605 miles
  • 2017 – 75,161 miles
  • 2016 – 71,488 miles
  • 2015 – 67,424 miles
  • 2014 – 63,360 miles
  • 2013 – 58,606 miles
  • 2012 – 55,000 miles
  • 2011 – 50,530 miles
  • 2010 – 45,470 miles
  • 2009 – 38,700 miles
  • 2008 – 32,483 miles
  • 2006 – 25,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,062 miles
  • AdvisoryFront chassis legs corroded
  • AdvisoryFront chassis legs corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded

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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,062 miles (+90)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    106,062 miles
    Test number
    942883294957
    • AdvisoryFront chassis legs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront chassis legs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded

  2. Fail105,972 miles (+3,345)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,972 miles
    Test number
    183569696335
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened very rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass102,627 miles (+664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,627 miles
    Test number
    509630942080
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from header tank

  4. Fail101,963 miles (+734)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,963 miles
    Test number
    233356785013
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Fail101,229 miles (+4,199)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,229 miles
    Test number
    884989436104
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass97,030 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,030 miles
    Test number
    373907740042
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail97,025 miles (+1,983)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,025 miles
    Test number
    524053237285
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass95,042 miles (+2,059)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    95,042 miles
    Test number
    241629045238
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass92,983 miles (+2,299)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,983 miles
    Test number
    601766978976
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass90,684 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,684 miles
    Test number
    503113877889
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail90,684 miles (+1,962)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,684 miles
    Test number
    708044670424
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass88,722 miles (+4,357)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,722 miles
    Test number
    261466100352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass84,365 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,365 miles
    Test number
    316999012150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Fail84,365 miles (+4,760)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,365 miles
    Test number
    114032634897
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass79,605 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,605 miles
    Test number
    472468013128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail79,605 miles (+4,444)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,605 miles
    Test number
    801415348600
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass75,161 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,161 miles
    Test number
    617643861736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail75,161 miles (+3,673)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,161 miles
    Test number
    503671954794
    • 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)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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 Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass71,488 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    71,488 miles
    Test number
    472940104247
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  20. Fail71,488 miles (+4,064)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,488 miles
    Test number
    562250319085
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  21. Pass67,424 miles (+4,064)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,424 miles
    Test number
    597244135042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass63,360 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    63,360 miles
    Test number
    139717754484
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail63,293 miles (+4,687)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,293 miles
    Test number
    115552254453
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass58,606 miles (+3,606)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,606 miles
    Test number
    388369143061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note1 back box mount to pipe corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Pass55,000 miles (+4,470)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,000 miles
    Test number
    119611562408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,530 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    50,530 miles
    Test number
    556378141064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail50,513 miles (+5,043)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,513 miles
    Test number
    775689331014
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

  28. Pass45,470 miles (+6,770)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    45,470 miles
    Test number
    154189240439
    • 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 Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  29. Pass38,700 miles (+6,217)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    38,700 miles
    Test number
    643765349001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass32,483 miles (+6,886)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,483 miles
    Test number
    142336148004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass25,597 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,597 miles
    Test number
    213085006319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS53 JWF

Does LS53 JWF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 JWF is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 JWF?
The MOT on LS53 JWF is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 JWF done?
LS53 JWF was recorded at 106,062 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 4,165 miles a year.
Has LS53 JWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 JWF has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 JWF 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 JWF find?
LS53 JWF passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front chassis legs corroded; front chassis legs corroded; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

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