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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LS53 YOEMOT history

LS53 YOE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 167,581 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2022.

LS53 YOE silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2023
Mileage
167,581 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,429 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YOE
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
19 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YOE was last recorded at 167,581 miles on 10 Oct 2022, 2,861 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,720 miles · 8 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,861 miles
Average per year
7,429 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 167,581 miles
  • 2021 – 164,720 miles
  • 2020 – 160,157 miles
  • 2019 – 154,137 miles
  • 2018 – 150,678 miles
  • 2017 – 146,425 miles
  • 2016 – 139,991 miles
  • 2015 – 133,444 miles
  • 2014 – 126,367 miles
  • 2013 – 120,558 miles
  • 2012 – 113,290 miles
  • 2011 – 106,024 miles
  • 2010 – 99,329 miles
  • 2009 – 89,871 miles
  • 2008 – 81,579 miles
  • 2007 – 66,592 miles
  • 2006 – 48,420 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,581 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all rear susension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear handbrake slightly low effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,581 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,581 miles
    Test number
    616628427280
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all rear susension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail167,580 miles (+2,860)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,580 miles
    Test number
    460763628048
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all rear susension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass164,720 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    164,720 miles
    Test number
    785906836523
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake slightly low effort

  4. Fail164,700 miles (+4,543)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,700 miles
    Test number
    722919630104
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake slightly low effort

  5. Pass160,157 miles (+6,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    160,157 miles
    Test number
    595586144779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame and suspension arms corroded

  6. Pass154,137 miles (+3,459)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    154,137 miles
    Test number
    728600652147
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass150,678 miles (+4,253)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    150,678 miles
    Test number
    367403368231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass146,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    146,425 miles
    Test number
    937260239971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail146,425 miles (+6,434)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,425 miles
    Test number
    599887029722
    • DangerousOffside Rear Trailing arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm fractured (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass139,991 miles (+6,547)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    139,991 miles
    Test number
    811082060639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass133,444 miles (+7,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    133,444 miles
    Test number
    588073505140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass126,367 miles (+5,809)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    126,367 miles
    Test number
    215139174054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass120,558 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    120,558 miles
    Test number
    237766993022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust bracket by gearbox cracked

  14. Fail120,558 miles (+7,268)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,558 miles
    Test number
    485916693069
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust bracket by gearbox cracked

  15. Pass113,290 miles (+7,266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    113,290 miles
    Test number
    345824792060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass106,024 miles (+6,695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    106,024 miles
    Test number
    347304801196
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass99,329 miles (+9,458)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,329 miles
    Test number
    461596890192
    • NoteO/s/f tyre tread 3mm and wearing on edges
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect steering rack due to engine covers

  18. Pass89,871 miles (+8,292)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    89,871 miles
    Test number
    852787399152
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust rear bracket beginning to corrode
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteO/s/r and n/s/r tyre treads low [2mm]

  19. Pass81,579 miles (+14,987)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    81,579 miles
    Test number
    950209898170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,592 miles (+18,172)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    66,592 miles
    Test number
    763239797115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,420 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    48,420 miles
    Test number
    210989966275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,419 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,419 miles
    Test number
    951958466298
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LS53 YOE

Does LS53 YOE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 YOE expired on 13 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YOE?
The MOT on LS53 YOE expired on 13 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 YOE done?
LS53 YOE was recorded at 167,581 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2022, an average of 7,429 miles a year.
Has LS53 YOE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YOE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 YOE 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 YOE find?
LS53 YOE passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all rear susension arms.

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