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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,397 cc

LS53 YSNMOT history

LS53 YSN is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 12 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 83,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

LS53 YSN grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
83,044 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YSN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YSN was last recorded at 83,044 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 5,319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,725 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,319 miles
Average per year
3,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,044 miles
  • 2025 – 77,725 miles
  • 2024 – 72,152 miles
  • 2023 – 69,160 miles
  • 2022 – 66,295 miles
  • 2021 – 65,095 miles
  • 2020 – 64,633 miles
  • 2019 – 62,209 miles
  • 2018 – 59,572 miles
  • 2017 – 57,460 miles
  • 2016 – 55,211 miles
  • 2015 – 52,316 miles
  • 2014 – 48,320 miles
  • 2013 – 45,936 miles
  • 2012 – 43,917 miles
  • 2011 – 41,350 miles
  • 2010 – 39,395 miles
  • 2009 – 33,989 miles
  • 2008 – 26,975 miles
  • 2007 – 22,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,044 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Cracked & Perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded. (Central box/Silencer corroded/de-skinned)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOSR & NSR Arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x4. Getting low. (195/50/15) (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured front indicators slightly white

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,044 miles3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    83,044 miles
    Test number
    772011943998
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Cracked & Perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded. (Central box/Silencer corroded/de-skinned)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOSR & NSR Arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x4. Getting low. (195/50/15) (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail83,044 miles (+5,319)3 major3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,044 miles
    Test number
    631044828361
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Cracked & Perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded. (Central box/Silencer corroded/de-skinned)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOSR & NSR Arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x4. Getting low. (195/50/15) (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass77,725 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,725 miles
    Test number
    466182269259
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded. (Central box/Silencer corroded/de-skinned)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (195/50/15) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,725 miles (+5,573)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,725 miles
    Test number
    170802464259
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded. (Central box/Silencer corroded/de-skinned)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides. (195/50/15) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,152 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    72,152 miles
    Test number
    336673373250
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured front indicators slightly white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light led not working

  6. Fail72,147 miles (+2,987)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,147 miles
    Test number
    697637377353
    • DangerousNearside Front Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible top mount (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured front indicators slightly white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated slight cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light led not working

  7. Pass69,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    69,160 miles
    Test number
    331417038709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,160 miles (+2,865)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,160 miles
    Test number
    818098397108
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass66,295 miles (+1,200)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,295 miles
    Test number
    925103955548
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front and nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass65,095 miles (+462)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,095 miles
    Test number
    470168899082
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front & nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear & nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass64,633 miles (+2,424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,633 miles
    Test number
    673408116743
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front, nearside front, offside rear & nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass62,209 miles (+2,637)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,209 miles
    Test number
    390025667961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass59,572 miles (+2,112)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,572 miles
    Test number
    352819451046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,460 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,460 miles
    Test number
    549595469222
    • AdvisoryCHILD SEATS FITTED TO REAR ADULT BELTS
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODING
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED OVER SOME TESTABL ITEMS

  15. Fail57,453 miles (+2,242)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,453 miles
    Test number
    552014592573
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively RUBBER RIPPED (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively RUBBER RIPPED (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCHILD SEATS FITTED TO REAR ADULT BELTS
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODING
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED OVER SOME TESTABL ITEMS

  16. Pass55,211 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,211 miles
    Test number
    864757781560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,316 miles (+3,996)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,316 miles
    Test number
    397569265075
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass48,320 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,320 miles
    Test number
    225103374001
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail48,320 miles (+2,384)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,320 miles
    Test number
    545443574089
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass45,936 miles (+2,019)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,936 miles
    Test number
    676255363050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management warning light on

  21. Pass43,917 miles (+2,567)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,917 miles
    Test number
    108339962489
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management warning light on

  22. Pass41,350 miles (+1,955)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,350 miles
    Test number
    878432751012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEnging management light on

  23. Pass39,395 miles (+5,406)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,395 miles
    Test number
    133680870426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,989 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,989 miles
    Test number
    761712179038
    • NoteNearside front tyre wear on outer edge
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres-outer side walls cracking [border line pass ]

  25. Fail33,989 miles (+7,014)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,989 miles
    Test number
    544249669021
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wear on outer edge
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres-outer side walls cracking [border line pass ]

  26. Pass26,975 miles (+4,810)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,975 miles
    Test number
    534434878046
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracked and perished

  27. Fail22,165 miles1 dangerous4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,165 miles
    Test number
    581354677013
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  28. Pass22,165 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,165 miles
    Test number
    852274077026
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LS53 YSN

Does LS53 YSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 YSN is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YSN?
The MOT on LS53 YSN is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 YSN done?
LS53 YSN was recorded at 83,044 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 3,142 miles a year.
Has LS53 YSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YSN has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 YSN 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 YSN find?
LS53 YSN passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 14 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged cracked & perished; nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 14 more.

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