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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 3,199 cc

LB04 BTXMOT history

LB04 BTX is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 26 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 168,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
168,181 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BTX was last recorded at 168,181 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 4,672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,509 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,672 miles
Average per year
7,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,181 miles
  • 2025 – 163,509 miles
  • 2024 – 141,510 miles
  • 2023 – 117,704 miles
  • 2022 – 92,343 miles
  • 2021 – 78,734 miles
  • 2020 – 76,627 miles
  • 2019 – 71,686 miles
  • 2018 – 67,016 miles
  • 2017 – 62,577 miles
  • 2016 – 60,165 miles
  • 2015 – 57,234 miles
  • 2013 – 53,896 miles
  • 2012 – 52,075 miles
  • 2011 – 49,437 miles
  • 2010 – 46,999 miles
  • 2009 – 44,081 miles
  • 2007 – 35,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,181 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,181 miles (+4,672)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    168,181 miles
    Test number
    943891545053
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass163,509 miles (+21,999)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    163,509 miles
    Test number
    859624637088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass141,510 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    141,510 miles
    Test number
    469809691091
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail141,510 miles (+23,806)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,510 miles
    Test number
    217527753375
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass117,704 miles (+25,361)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,704 miles
    Test number
    117719658379
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull length plastic covers fitted underneath preventing inspection of metal brake pipes and fuel hoses.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass92,343 miles (+13,609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,343 miles
    Test number
    787414792007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass78,734 miles (+2,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    739265367211
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass76,627 miles (+4,941)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    76,627 miles
    Test number
    537723781463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,686 miles (+4,670)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    71,686 miles
    Test number
    622381452940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    67,016 miles
    Test number
    874828687150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,016 miles (+4,439)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,016 miles
    Test number
    689011281329
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  12. Pass62,577 miles (+2,412)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,577 miles
    Test number
    373000595666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,165 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    60,165 miles
    Test number
    515192842980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,234 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,234 miles
    Test number
    738614835047
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass57,234 miles (+3,338)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    57,234 miles
    Test number
    829584335067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,896 miles (+1,821)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    53,896 miles
    Test number
    559199993157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,075 miles (+2,638)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,075 miles
    Test number
    189468622253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,437 miles (+2,438)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,437 miles
    Test number
    376310011404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,999 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,999 miles
    Test number
    352348120497
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass46,999 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    46,999 miles
    Test number
    591578520286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,081 miles
    Test number
    552566629231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    843383908149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,345 miles
    Test number
    663824017193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 BTX

Does LB04 BTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 BTX is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BTX?
The MOT on LB04 BTX is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 BTX done?
LB04 BTX was recorded at 168,181 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 7,045 miles a year.
Has LB04 BTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BTX has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 BTX 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 LB04 BTX find?
LB04 BTX passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn inner edge; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearmost; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened control arm, and 4 more.

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