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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB03 NSEMOT history

LB03 NSE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 98,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,629 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 NSE
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
28 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 NSE was last recorded at 98,629 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 5,216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,413 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,216 miles
Average per year
3,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,629 miles
  • 2025 – 93,413 miles
  • 2024 – 88,494 miles
  • 2023 – 85,156 miles
  • 2022 – 80,827 miles
  • 2021 – 76,943 miles
  • 2020 – 73,909 miles
  • 2019 – 69,904 miles
  • 2018 – 64,066 miles
  • 2017 – 59,420 miles
  • 2016 – 56,669 miles
  • 2015 – 51,405 miles
  • 2014 – 48,170 miles
  • 2013 – 46,390 miles
  • 2012 – 43,984 miles
  • 2011 – 40,823 miles
  • 2010 – 38,507 miles
  • 2009 – 35,700 miles
  • 2008 – 32,608 miles
  • 2007 – 29,518 miles
  • 2006 – 25,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,629 miles
  • AdvisoryEML onRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,629 miles (+5,216)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,629 miles
    Test number
    592911334520
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass93,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    93,413 miles
    Test number
    327205608926
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail93,413 miles (+4,919)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,413 miles
    Test number
    717197789909
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass88,494 miles (+3,338)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    88,494 miles
    Test number
    470680105483
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  5. Pass85,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    85,156 miles
    Test number
    500363827288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,156 miles (+4,329)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,156 miles
    Test number
    890564801111
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEML on

  7. Pass80,827 miles (+68)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    80,827 miles
    Test number
    645545745674
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail80,759 miles (+3,816)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,759 miles
    Test number
    685052823832
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass76,943 miles (+3,034)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,943 miles
    Test number
    757538764477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,909 miles (+4,005)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,909 miles
    Test number
    718234899168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,904 miles (+5,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,904 miles
    Test number
    597108605885
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass64,066 miles (+4,646)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,066 miles
    Test number
    123226947574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass59,420 miles (+2,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    59,420 miles
    Test number
    147612453663
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass56,669 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,669 miles
    Test number
    328900876966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail56,668 miles (+5,263)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,668 miles
    Test number
    400873506896
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass51,405 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,405 miles
    Test number
    547585805122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,286 miles (+10)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,286 miles
    Test number
    239253905109
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail51,276 miles (+3,106)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,276 miles
    Test number
    928980505143
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass48,170 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,170 miles
    Test number
    357344704126
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail48,170 miles (+1,780)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,170 miles
    Test number
    836824204160
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass46,390 miles (+2,406)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,390 miles
    Test number
    448217433109
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass43,984 miles (+3,161)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,984 miles
    Test number
    965229782026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,823 miles (+2,316)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,823 miles
    Test number
    398709431138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,507 miles (+2,807)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,507 miles
    Test number
    800714640132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,700 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,700 miles
    Test number
    371810059190
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass35,700 miles (+3,092)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,700 miles
    Test number
    421910959118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,608 miles (+3,090)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    32,608 miles
    Test number
    130438648100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail29,518 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,518 miles
    Test number
    253336087193
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  29. Pass29,518 miles (+4,385)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    29,518 miles
    Test number
    903396887188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass25,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,133 miles
    Test number
    514720786174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail25,131 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,131 miles
    Test number
    344190286102
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB03 NSE

Does LB03 NSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 NSE is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 NSE?
The MOT on LB03 NSE is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 NSE done?
LB03 NSE was recorded at 98,629 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 3,731 miles a year.
Has LB03 NSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 NSE has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 NSE 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 LB03 NSE find?
LB03 NSE passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: eml on; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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