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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,397 cc

LS53 YPVMOT history

LS53 YPV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 8 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 70,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

LS53 YPV silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
70,518 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2023
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YPV was last recorded at 70,518 miles on 14 Feb 2023, 801 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,717 miles · 4 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
801 miles
Average per year
3,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 70,518 miles
  • 2022 – 69,717 miles
  • 2021 – 69,008 miles
  • 2020 – 68,017 miles
  • 2019 – 66,160 miles
  • 2018 – 64,393 miles
  • 2017 – 62,856 miles
  • 2016 – 60,265 miles
  • 2015 – 57,536 miles
  • 2014 – 54,009 miles
  • 2013 – 49,581 miles
  • 2012 – 44,008 miles
  • 2011 – 37,924 miles
  • 2010 – 32,906 miles
  • 2009 – 26,798 miles
  • 2008 – 19,910 miles
  • 2007 – 15,079 miles
  • 2006 – 13,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps, beam image just meets MOT requirements (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pass at time of test only. requires attention ASAP (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pass at time of test only. requires attention ASAP (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    690312926910
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps, beam image just meets MOT requirements (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pass at time of test only. requires attention ASAP (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pass at time of test only. requires attention ASAP (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    462793814745
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps, beam image just meets MOT requirements (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pass at time of test only. requires attention ASAP (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pass at time of test only. requires attention ASAP (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. PassMileage not read9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    130835159904
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, pass at time of test only (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, pass at time of test only (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. FailMileage not read3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    610669504227
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, pass at time of test only (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, pass at time of test only (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. PassMileage not read11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    555295145711
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box out skin coming away

  6. Pass70,518 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    70,518 miles
    Test number
    491008298683
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear exhaust silencer corroded and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 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. Fail70,518 miles (+801)3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,518 miles
    Test number
    733388486938
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear rear exhaust silencer corroded and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 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. Pass69,717 miles (+709)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,717 miles
    Test number
    827254553737
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition

  9. Pass69,008 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    69,008 miles
    Test number
    500393192035
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail69,006 miles (+989)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,006 miles
    Test number
    296572549759
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit - passes at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall - passes at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass68,017 miles (+1,857)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    68,017 miles
    Test number
    122792879252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rattle from steering linkage all ok for mot
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass66,160 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    66,160 miles
    Test number
    944920621030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box slightly corroded

  13. Fail66,158 miles (+1,765)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,158 miles
    Test number
    924299362503
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box slightly corroded

  14. Pass64,393 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,393 miles
    Test number
    655125288835
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective spare flat

  15. Fail64,393 miles (+1,537)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,393 miles
    Test number
    215038921317
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective spare flat

  16. Pass62,856 miles (+2,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,856 miles
    Test number
    320515638016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass60,265 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    60,265 miles
    Test number
    334107445065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail60,265 miles (+2,729)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,265 miles
    Test number
    978338694308
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass57,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    57,536 miles
    Test number
    137685235484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,536 miles (+3,527)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,536 miles
    Test number
    819725735027
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass54,009 miles (+4,428)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,009 miles
    Test number
    586614644031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass49,581 miles (+5,573)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,581 miles
    Test number
    168035943005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,008 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    44,008 miles
    Test number
    647325232066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,006 miles (+6,082)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,006 miles
    Test number
    189884932053
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass37,924 miles (+5,018)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,924 miles
    Test number
    296098331087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,906 miles (+6,108)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,906 miles
    Test number
    564225850032
    • NoteOne off o/s washer jets in/op but ok to clear screen

  27. Pass26,798 miles (+6,888)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,798 miles
    Test number
    913075449046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,910 miles (+4,831)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    19,910 miles
    Test number
    782740338059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass15,079 miles (+1,463)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    15,079 miles
    Test number
    613774667012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass13,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    13,616 miles
    Test number
    964469376286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 YPV

Does LS53 YPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 YPV is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YPV?
The MOT on LS53 YPV is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 YPV done?
LS53 YPV was recorded at 70,518 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2023, an average of 3,478 miles a year.
Has LS53 YPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YPV has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 YPV 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 YPV find?
LS53 YPV passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: offside front tyre obviously under inflated; offside rear tyre obviously under inflated; front coil spring corroded both sides, and 9 more.

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