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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,597 cc

LS53 YMPMOT history

LS53 YMP is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz CLK first used on 6 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 152,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

LS53 YMP black Mercedes-Benz Clk – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
152,860 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YMP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
CLK
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YMP was last recorded at 152,860 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 11,992 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,868 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,992 miles
Average per year
6,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,860 miles
  • 2025 – 140,868 miles
  • 2024 – 134,550 miles
  • 2023 – 127,342 miles
  • 2022 – 125,516 miles
  • 2021 – 124,625 miles
  • 2019 – 116,270 miles
  • 2018 – 108,413 miles
  • 2017 – 96,647 miles
  • 2016 – 86,822 miles
  • 2015 – 72,241 miles
  • 2014 – 63,990 miles
  • 2013 – 48,355 miles
  • 2012 – 38,799 miles
  • 2011 – 34,231 miles
  • 2008 – 32,714 miles
  • 2007 – 19,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,860 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,860 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    152,860 miles
    Test number
    841412218645
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail152,860 miles (+11,992)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,860 miles
    Test number
    965939125452
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass140,868 miles (+6,318)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    140,868 miles
    Test number
    445180360818
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass134,550 miles (+7,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    134,550 miles
    Test number
    410666415049
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass127,342 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    127,342 miles
    Test number
    583865128161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,339 miles (+1,823)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,339 miles
    Test number
    386835353949
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass125,516 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    125,516 miles
    Test number
    586682898147
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail125,514 miles (+889)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,514 miles
    Test number
    638261929091
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass124,625 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,625 miles
    Test number
    677053852270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail124,622 miles (+8,352)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,622 miles
    Test number
    728025651284
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass116,270 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,270 miles
    Test number
    863110089457
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Fail116,268 miles (+7,855)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,268 miles
    Test number
    353301433937
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass108,413 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    108,413 miles
    Test number
    539613609611
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Fail108,413 miles (+11,766)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,413 miles
    Test number
    106000361120
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both side. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass96,647 miles (+9,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    96,647 miles
    Test number
    832955592875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner side wall of tyre cracking up

  16. Pass86,822 miles (+14,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,822 miles
    Test number
    352305795630
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass72,241 miles (+8,251)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    72,241 miles
    Test number
    809831475173
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass63,990 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,990 miles
    Test number
    916076984136
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail63,990 miles (+15,635)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,990 miles
    Test number
    648806784195
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass48,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,355 miles
    Test number
    938607583137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail48,355 miles (+9,556)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,355 miles
    Test number
    116437483128
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass38,799 miles (+4,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,799 miles
    Test number
    549236462087
    • 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)

  23. Pass34,231 miles (+1,517)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,231 miles
    Test number
    308161621004
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside repeater cracked
    • NoteOff side front tyre side wall damaged
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel bearings

  24. Pass32,714 miles (+6,895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,714 miles
    Test number
    743384758319
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass25,819 miles (+6,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,819 miles
    Test number
    922724108018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass19,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,048 miles
    Test number
    831745207029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 YMP

Does LS53 YMP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 YMP is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YMP?
The MOT on LS53 YMP is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 YMP done?
LS53 YMP was recorded at 152,860 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 6,968 miles a year.
Has LS53 YMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YMP has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 YMP 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 YMP find?
LS53 YMP passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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