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Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LS53 YPRMOT history

LS53 YPR is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 127,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2021.

LS53 YPR black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2021
Mileage
127,444 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YPR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 YPR was last recorded at 127,444 miles on 25 Nov 2021, 2,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,231 miles · 27 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,213 miles
Average per year
6,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 127,444 miles
  • 2020 – 125,231 miles
  • 2019 – 122,800 miles
  • 2018 – 119,702 miles
  • 2017 – 114,622 miles
  • 2016 – 105,181 miles
  • 2015 – 96,516 miles
  • 2014 – 89,516 miles
  • 2013 – 81,709 miles
  • 2012 – 75,345 miles
  • 2011 – 68,585 miles
  • 2010 – 61,460 miles
  • 2009 – 54,067 miles
  • 2008 – 47,131 miles
  • 2007 – 38,443 miles
  • 2006 – 30,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,444 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,444 miles (+2,213)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,444 miles
    Test number
    668112665517
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass125,231 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,231 miles
    Test number
    452855893784
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail125,231 miles (+2,431)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,231 miles
    Test number
    166887722203
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass122,800 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,800 miles
    Test number
    189256243998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail122,776 miles (+3,074)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,776 miles
    Test number
    662939434998
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass119,702 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    119,702 miles
    Test number
    430537199911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,622 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    114,622 miles
    Test number
    133066276532
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail114,622 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,622 miles
    Test number
    827027412261
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail114,622 miles (+9,441)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,622 miles
    Test number
    965220836797
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass105,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    105,181 miles
    Test number
    365973574322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail105,181 miles (+8,665)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,181 miles
    Test number
    340206707744
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

  12. Pass96,516 miles (+7,000)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    96,516 miles
    Test number
    672491595390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,516 miles (+7,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    89,516 miles
    Test number
    186410844385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass81,709 miles (+6,364)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    81,709 miles
    Test number
    586089413329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass75,345 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    75,345 miles
    Test number
    417115742394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,341 miles (+6,756)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,341 miles
    Test number
    325612142369
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass68,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    68,585 miles
    Test number
    157186531360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,585 miles (+7,125)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,585 miles
    Test number
    495066131454
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass61,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,460 miles
    Test number
    341940130364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,460 miles (+7,393)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,460 miles
    Test number
    994280930318
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass54,067 miles (+6,936)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    54,067 miles
    Test number
    541258439328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,131 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    47,131 miles
    Test number
    670350248317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,443 miles (+8,294)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    38,443 miles
    Test number
    952097127321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,149 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    30,149 miles
    Test number
    444041146413
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Questions about LS53 YPR

Does LS53 YPR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 YPR expired on 9 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YPR?
The MOT on LS53 YPR expired on 9 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 YPR done?
LS53 YPR was recorded at 127,444 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2021, an average of 6,500 miles a year.
Has LS53 YPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YPR has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LS53 YPR 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 YPR find?
LS53 YPR failed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2021 with 5 major defects and 3 advisories: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; nearside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded above axle, and 5 more.

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