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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 3,498 cc

LB05 BEUMOT history

LB05 BEU is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 13 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 77,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
77,270 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 BEU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 BEU was last recorded at 77,270 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 4,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,285 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,985 miles
Average per year
3,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,270 miles
  • 2025 – 72,285 miles
  • 2024 – 66,879 miles
  • 2023 – 63,941 miles
  • 2022 – 59,811 miles
  • 2021 – 59,141 miles
  • 2019 – 59,016 miles
  • 2018 – 57,256 miles
  • 2017 – 54,931 miles
  • 2016 – 52,620 miles
  • 2015 – 49,386 miles
  • 2014 – 45,498 miles
  • 2013 – 41,329 miles
  • 2012 – 38,003 miles
  • 2011 – 34,898 miles
  • 2010 – 30,566 miles
  • 2009 – 25,639 miles
  • 2008 – 21,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,270 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,270 miles (+4,985)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    77,270 miles
    Test number
    885834914370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass72,285 miles (+5,406)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    72,285 miles
    Test number
    837656551741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass66,879 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    66,879 miles
    Test number
    293632093742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass63,941 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    63,941 miles
    Test number
    172496963986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail63,886 miles (+4,075)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,886 miles
    Test number
    107592475200
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass59,811 miles (+670)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    59,811 miles
    Test number
    839752532356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass59,141 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    59,141 miles
    Test number
    453857480974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass59,016 miles (+1,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,016 miles
    Test number
    165010686915
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres wearing on edges

  9. Pass57,256 miles (+2,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    57,256 miles
    Test number
    171272864545
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass54,931 miles (+2,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    54,931 miles
    Test number
    635880254663
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass52,620 miles (+3,234)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    52,620 miles
    Test number
    947557805431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,386 miles (+3,888)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    49,386 miles
    Test number
    459488099853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,498 miles (+4,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    45,498 miles
    Test number
    577712244324
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass41,329 miles (+3,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    41,329 miles
    Test number
    296432033309
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass38,003 miles (+3,105)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,003 miles
    Test number
    185806752334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,898 miles (+4,332)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    34,898 miles
    Test number
    266054191468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,566 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    30,566 miles
    Test number
    263440590434
    • NoteOffside & nearside front tyre treads worn inner edges & cuts

  18. Fail30,566 miles (+4,927)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,566 miles
    Test number
    404600290102
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside & nearside front tyre treads worn inner edges & cuts

  19. Pass25,639 miles (+4,517)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,639 miles
    Test number
    884824389130
    • NoteBoth rear tyre near to wear limiters[3 to 4 mm]
    • NoteFront tyres starting to wear on inner edges
    • NoteLarge under trays

  20. Pass21,122 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,122 miles
    Test number
    200402188126
    • NoteLarge under trays
    • NoteSticker at bottom of offside windscreen

Questions about LB05 BEU

Does LB05 BEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 BEU is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 BEU?
The MOT on LB05 BEU is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 BEU done?
LB05 BEU was recorded at 77,270 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 3,088 miles a year.
Has LB05 BEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 BEU has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 BEU 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 LB05 BEU find?
LB05 BEU passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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