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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,685 cc

LB53 GYVMOT history

LB53 GYV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 286,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2022
Mileage
286,064 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
15,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 GYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 GYV was last recorded at 286,064 miles on 8 Dec 2022, 3,597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
282,467 miles · 2 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
3,597 miles
Average per year
15,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 286,064 miles
  • 2021 – 282,467 miles
  • 2020 – 274,415 miles
  • 2019 – 269,592 miles
  • 2018 – 264,536 miles
  • 2017 – 258,692 miles
  • 2016 – 255,692 miles
  • 2015 – 225,880 miles
  • 2014 – 196,517 miles
  • 2013 – 169,970 miles
  • 2012 – 144,298 miles
  • 2011 – 125,485 miles
  • 2010 – 100,683 miles
  • 2008 – 68,687 miles
  • 2007 – 37,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail286,064 miles
  • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail286,064 miles (+3,597)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,064 miles
    Test number
    850502175843
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass282,467 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    282,467 miles
    Test number
    315420745980
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail282,466 miles (+8,051)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,466 miles
    Test number
    192903380852
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass274,415 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    274,415 miles
    Test number
    748905534915
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust sheild insecure

  5. Fail274,414 miles (+4,822)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,414 miles
    Test number
    445641717618
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust sheild insecure

  6. Pass269,592 miles (+96)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    269,592 miles
    Test number
    986223312145
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail269,496 miles (+4,960)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    269,496 miles
    Test number
    162133701152
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass264,536 miles (+5,844)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    264,536 miles
    Test number
    459427559433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass258,692 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    258,692 miles
    Test number
    116773801835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail258,688 miles (+2,996)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,688 miles
    Test number
    688547043858
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass255,692 miles (+29,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    255,692 miles
    Test number
    912131042650
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass225,880 miles (+29,363)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    225,880 miles
    Test number
    175800775088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass196,517 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    196,517 miles
    Test number
    177607534073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail196,517 miles (+26,547)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,517 miles
    Test number
    466607034020
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass169,970 miles (+25,672)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    169,970 miles
    Test number
    337247333016
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass144,298 miles (+18,813)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    144,298 miles
    Test number
    808459232072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass125,485 miles (+24,802)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    125,485 miles
    Test number
    845001131014
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass100,683 miles (+31,996)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    100,683 miles
    Test number
    372990330017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,687 miles (+3,467)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    68,687 miles
    Test number
    370736368472
    • NotePoss fuel leak from engine area

  20. Pass65,220 miles (+28,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,220 miles
    Test number
    342398518214
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass37,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,013 miles
    Test number
    550523917159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 GYV

Does LB53 GYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 GYV expired on 12 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 GYV?
The MOT on LB53 GYV expired on 12 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 GYV done?
LB53 GYV was recorded at 286,064 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2022, an average of 15,937 miles a year.
Has LB53 GYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 GYV has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 GYV 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 LB53 GYV find?
LB53 GYV failed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 8 more.

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