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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,685 cc

LB03 YECMOT history

LB03 YEC is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 13 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 269,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2023
Mileage
269,547 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
12,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 YEC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 YEC was last recorded at 269,547 miles on 28 Jan 2022, 30,338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,209 miles · 18 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
30,338 miles
Average per year
12,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 269,547 miles
  • 2021 – 239,209 miles
  • 2019 – 228,175 miles
  • 2018 – 218,117 miles
  • 2017 – 206,549 miles
  • 2016 – 196,498 miles
  • 2015 – 185,106 miles
  • 2014 – 178,081 miles
  • 2013 – 172,413 miles
  • 2012 – 163,653 miles
  • 2011 – 153,940 miles
  • 2010 – 144,145 miles
  • 2008 – 116,508 miles
  • 2007 – 85,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass269,547 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass269,547 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    269,547 miles
    Test number
    453170345145
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail269,547 miles (+30,338)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,547 miles
    Test number
    471209958304
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass239,209 miles (+11,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    239,209 miles
    Test number
    387650875681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass228,175 miles (+11)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    228,175 miles
    Test number
    830925812428
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail228,164 miles (+10,047)2 dangerous8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,164 miles
    Test number
    522374357022
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect nearside and offside (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass218,117 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    218,117 miles
    Test number
    777985640683
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside

  7. Fail218,087 miles (+11,538)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,087 miles
    Test number
    484640299266
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside

  8. Pass206,549 miles (+75)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    206,549 miles
    Test number
    178318567073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement top arm, rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail206,474 miles (+9,976)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,474 miles
    Test number
    284943490193
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement top arm, rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass196,498 miles (+318)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    196,498 miles
    Test number
    631774489056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail196,180 miles (+11,074)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,180 miles
    Test number
    711324222754
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass185,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    185,106 miles
    Test number
    897429985131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail185,106 miles (+7,025)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,106 miles
    Test number
    585199885125
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass178,081 miles (+70)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    178,081 miles
    Test number
    247750114276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail178,011 miles (+5,598)4 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,011 miles
    Test number
    245720754460
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousBoth front upper wishbone ball joints bolts running very close but not fouling tyres suspect incorrect trye size fitted
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass172,413 miles (+8,760)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    172,413 miles
    Test number
    707725203236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass163,653 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    163,653 miles
    Test number
    526850012252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail163,653 miles (+9,713)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,653 miles
    Test number
    638309102286
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass153,940 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    153,940 miles
    Test number
    898600111237
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAir bag light on

  20. Fail153,940 miles (+9,795)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,940 miles
    Test number
    697580311220
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAir bag light on

  21. Pass144,145 miles (+27,637)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    144,145 miles
    Test number
    711752010280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass116,508 miles (+30,582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    116,508 miles
    Test number
    224468928283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass85,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    85,926 miles
    Test number
    734273927284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 YEC

Does LB03 YEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 YEC expired on 30 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 YEC?
The MOT on LB03 YEC expired on 30 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 YEC done?
LB03 YEC was recorded at 269,547 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2022, an average of 12,693 miles a year.
Has LB03 YEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 YEC has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 YEC 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 YEC find?
LB03 YEC passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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