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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LS53 YOCMOT history

LS53 YOC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 23 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 132,605 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

LS53 YOC black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
132,605 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YOC
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
23 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YOC was last recorded at 132,605 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 2,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,931 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,674 miles
Average per year
3,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,605 miles
  • 2025 – 129,931 miles
  • 2024 – 127,803 miles
  • 2023 – 126,025 miles
  • 2022 – 124,110 miles
  • 2021 – 121,685 miles
  • 2020 – 120,106 miles
  • 2019 – 117,901 miles
  • 2018 – 117,173 miles
  • 2016 – 115,736 miles
  • 2015 – 114,445 miles
  • 2014 – 112,960 miles
  • 2013 – 109,896 miles
  • 2012 – 108,406 miles
  • 2011 – 105,655 miles
  • 2010 – 103,791 miles
  • 2008 – 91,507 miles
  • 2007 – 74,005 miles
  • 2006 – 56,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,605 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,605 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    132,605 miles
    Test number
    425557580779
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail132,605 miles (+2,674)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,605 miles
    Test number
    563667592661
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,931 miles (+34)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,931 miles
    Test number
    691514957768
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail129,897 miles (+2,094)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,897 miles
    Test number
    854679896974
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass127,803 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    127,803 miles
    Test number
    376259115982
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail127,803 miles (+1,778)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,803 miles
    Test number
    814304095554
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass126,025 miles (+1,915)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,025 miles
    Test number
    487713710673
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  8. Pass124,110 miles (+2,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    124,110 miles
    Test number
    285345877753
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass121,685 miles (+1,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,685 miles
    Test number
    655564896604
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass120,106 miles (+2,205)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,106 miles
    Test number
    106315898159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  11. Pass117,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,901 miles
    Test number
    975916659687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail117,901 miles (+728)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,901 miles
    Test number
    750722312690
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass117,173 miles (+1,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    117,173 miles
    Test number
    633151814981
    • AdvisoryEngine covers&under trays fitted,obscuring underside components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass115,736 miles (+1,291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    115,736 miles
    Test number
    127320826164
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake binding slightly STRONG ADVISE

  15. Pass114,445 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    114,445 miles
    Test number
    689060055155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail114,411 miles (+1,451)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,411 miles
    Test number
    689757545163
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteParking brake warning lamp staying on

  17. Pass112,960 miles (+3,064)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    112,960 miles
    Test number
    808939644126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteParking brake lever sticking slightly

  18. Pass109,896 miles (+1,490)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    109,896 miles
    Test number
    808659913135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSTRONG ADVISORY. NOISE FROM REAR HAND BRAKE SHOES/DRUM IN CENTRE OF DISC AND BOTH SIDES BINDING SLIGHTLY
    • NoteSTRONG ADVISORY.FIT FRONT TYRES BACK ONTO REAR AS WIDER AND CLEARANCE IS VERY CLOSE

  19. Pass108,406 miles (+2,751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    108,406 miles
    Test number
    117331732118
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass105,655 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    105,655 miles
    Test number
    598064821005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail105,650 miles (+1,859)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,650 miles
    Test number
    135140021489
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass103,791 miles (+12,284)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    103,791 miles
    Test number
    900573860129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,507 miles (+17,502)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    91,507 miles
    Test number
    294901318386
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  24. Pass74,005 miles (+17,998)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    74,005 miles
    Test number
    174318117373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Pass56,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    56,007 miles
    Test number
    432954226492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 YOC

Does LS53 YOC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 YOC is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YOC?
The MOT on LS53 YOC is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 YOC done?
LS53 YOC was recorded at 132,605 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 3,852 miles a year.
Has LS53 YOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YOC has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 YOC 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 YOC find?
LS53 YOC passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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