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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LB05 UCYMOT history

LB05 UCY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 68,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2026
Mileage
68,494 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 UCY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 UCY was last recorded at 68,494 miles on 7 Jul 2025, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,472 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
3,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 68,494 miles
  • 2024 – 64,922 miles
  • 2022 – 63,529 miles
  • 2021 – 57,481 miles
  • 2020 – 52,652 miles
  • 2019 – 51,110 miles
  • 2018 – 47,689 miles
  • 2017 – 46,385 miles
  • 2016 – 43,118 miles
  • 2015 – 39,613 miles
  • 2014 – 33,398 miles
  • 2013 – 29,867 miles
  • 2011 – 26,207 miles
  • 2010 – 22,634 miles
  • 2009 – 17,702 miles
  • 2008 – 14,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,494 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,494 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    68,494 miles
    Test number
    415618206414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail68,472 miles (+3,550)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,472 miles
    Test number
    964079285219
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass64,922 miles (+1,393)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    64,922 miles
    Test number
    663738182064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass63,529 miles (+6,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    63,529 miles
    Test number
    493389814902
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass57,481 miles (+4,829)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    57,481 miles
    Test number
    996703249544
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and center
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  6. Pass52,652 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    52,652 miles
    Test number
    173502749439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail52,650 miles (+1,540)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,650 miles
    Test number
    235765163222
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass51,110 miles (+3,421)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    51,110 miles
    Test number
    708557723831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,689 miles (+1,304)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    47,689 miles
    Test number
    492076690573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,385 miles (+3,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    46,385 miles
    Test number
    427400831779
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre damaged on sidewall

  11. Pass43,118 miles (+3,505)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    43,118 miles
    Test number
    590469168745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    39,613 miles
    Test number
    368634835057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail39,613 miles (+6,215)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,613 miles
    Test number
    758283935055
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass33,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    33,398 miles
    Test number
    836268824010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail33,398 miles (+3,531)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,398 miles
    Test number
    567795824081
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass29,867 miles (+3,660)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    29,867 miles
    Test number
    456063203081
    • NoteMiddle exhaust mounts broken

  17. Pass26,207 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,207 miles
    Test number
    886881481123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,634 miles (+4,932)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    22,634 miles
    Test number
    183521480176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,702 miles (+3,650)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    17,702 miles
    Test number
    120060759143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,052 miles (+4)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,052 miles
    Test number
    871225778182
    • NoteN/s + o/s rear tyres worn in middle of tread close to wear bar
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing
    • NoteVarious cuts on o/s/f tyre outer sidewall

  21. Fail14,048 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,048 miles
    Test number
    240233978486
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/s + o/s rear tyres worn in middle of tread close to wear bar
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing
    • NoteVarious cuts on o/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Questions about LB05 UCY

Does LB05 UCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 UCY expired on 6 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 UCY?
The MOT on LB05 UCY expired on 6 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 UCY done?
LB05 UCY was recorded at 68,494 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2025, an average of 3,195 miles a year.
Has LB05 UCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 UCY has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 UCY 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 UCY find?
LB05 UCY passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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