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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB03 ZBEMOT history

LB03 ZBE is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 17 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 169,941 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2023
Mileage
169,941 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 ZBE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 ZBE was last recorded at 169,941 miles on 14 Nov 2022, 4,899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jul 2013: 13,698 miles, lower than 136,988 miles on 11 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
165,042 miles · 18 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,899 miles
Average per year
6,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 169,941 miles
  • 2021 – 165,042 miles
  • 2020 – 159,919 miles
  • 2019 – 156,936 miles
  • 2018 – 153,005 miles
  • 2017 – 151,370 miles
  • 2016 – 149,500 miles
  • 2015 – 145,808 miles
  • 2014 – 140,609 miles
  • 2013 – 13,698 miles
  • 2012 – 132,318 miles
  • 2011 – 127,658 miles
  • 2009 – 112,120 miles
  • 2008 – 97,292 miles
  • 2007 – 76,662 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,941 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass169,941 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    169,941 miles
    Test number
    468025096455
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail169,941 miles (+4,899)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,941 miles
    Test number
    686010997527
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass165,042 miles (+5,123)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    165,042 miles
    Test number
    727476494097
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass159,919 miles (+2,983)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    159,919 miles
    Test number
    112655811707
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass156,936 miles (+3,931)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    156,936 miles
    Test number
    912441075342
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, under tray fitted

  6. Pass153,005 miles (+1,635)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    153,005 miles
    Test number
    182053962118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass151,370 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    151,370 miles
    Test number
    183618337969
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre devoid of tread on outer edge and outer sidewall slight damage. inner edge wearing thin
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing thin on edge's
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear both shock absorber's have very little damping action

  8. Fail151,370 miles (+1,870)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,370 miles
    Test number
    359470172545
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre devoid of tread on outer edge and outer sidewall slight damage. inner edge wearing thin
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing thin on edge's
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear both shock absorber's have very little damping action

  9. Pass149,500 miles (+3,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    149,500 miles
    Test number
    378988907290
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass145,808 miles (+5,199)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    145,808 miles
    Test number
    426636615227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass140,609 miles (+126,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    140,609 miles
    Test number
    435701094168
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass13,698 miles (-123,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    13,698 miles
    Test number
    375623493145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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. Fail136,988 miles (+4,670)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,988 miles
    Test number
    599272293109
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass132,318 miles (+4,660)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    132,318 miles
    Test number
    535243062105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass127,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    127,658 miles
    Test number
    535549451151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    392270960174
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass112,120 miles (+14,828)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    112,120 miles
    Test number
    150989849115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,292 miles (+20,630)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    97,292 miles
    Test number
    322661558163
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass76,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,662 miles
    Test number
    863043247144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 ZBE

Does LB03 ZBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 ZBE expired on 17 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 ZBE?
The MOT on LB03 ZBE expired on 17 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 ZBE done?
LB03 ZBE was recorded at 169,941 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2022, an average of 6,026 miles a year.
Has LB03 ZBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 ZBE has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 ZBE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB03 ZBE find?
LB03 ZBE passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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