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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 3,222 cc

LB53 NKNMOT history

LB53 NKN is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 11 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 113,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
113,953 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,395 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 NKN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 NKN was last recorded at 113,953 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,953 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,395 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,953 miles
  • 2024 – 97,809 miles
  • 2021 – 94,781 miles
  • 2020 – 92,632 miles
  • 2019 – 90,721 miles
  • 2018 – 85,012 miles
  • 2017 – 76,859 miles
  • 2016 – 63,193 miles
  • 2015 – 50,106 miles
  • 2014 – 45,641 miles
  • 2013 – 42,602 miles
  • 2011 – 34,282 miles
  • 2010 – 30,088 miles
  • 2009 – 23,320 miles
  • 2008 – 17,698 miles
  • 2007 – 12,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,953 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCar presented with 4 passenger seats, 3rd row seats and seat belts not tested.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,953 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    113,953 miles
    Test number
    718840784669
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCar presented with 4 passenger seats, 3rd row seats and seat belts not tested.

  2. Fail113,953 miles (+16,144)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,953 miles
    Test number
    977871567919
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCar presented with 4 passenger seats, 3rd row seats and seat belts not tested.

  3. Pass97,809 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    97,809 miles
    Test number
    948044119565
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front And Rear both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front And Rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Front both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail97,786 miles (+3,005)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,786 miles
    Test number
    653713697283
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass94,781 miles (+2,149)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,781 miles
    Test number
    429053073371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,632 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,632 miles
    Test number
    391416528889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,721 miles (+5,709)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,721 miles
    Test number
    884893723167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,012 miles (+1,465)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,012 miles
    Test number
    842405412330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,547 miles (+6,688)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    83,547 miles
    Test number
    332705359209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass76,859 miles (+488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    76,859 miles
    Test number
    810915491550
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail76,371 miles (+13,178)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,371 miles
    Test number
    258940765370
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output both (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass63,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,193 miles
    Test number
    432832540858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,192 miles (+13,086)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,192 miles
    Test number
    358972965796
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play back (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass50,106 miles (+4,465)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    50,106 miles
    Test number
    775802525083
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteThere is an oil leak from under the engine. Suspect it is hydraulic fluid by the colour of it.

  15. Fail45,641 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,641 miles
    Test number
    478937114084
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,641 miles (+3,039)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,641 miles
    Test number
    699577914098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass42,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    42,602 miles
    Test number
    978358223025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,602 miles (+8,320)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,602 miles
    Test number
    336665023042
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass34,282 miles (+4,194)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    34,282 miles
    Test number
    308392401134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,088 miles (+6,768)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,088 miles
    Test number
    110302210110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,320 miles (+5,622)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,320 miles
    Test number
    263538799099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,698 miles (+4,865)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,698 miles
    Test number
    232087258087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    12,833 miles
    Test number
    553145867011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail12,828 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,828 miles
    Test number
    631605667035
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LB53 NKN

Does LB53 NKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 NKN is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 NKN?
The MOT on LB53 NKN is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 NKN done?
LB53 NKN was recorded at 113,953 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 5,395 miles a year.
Has LB53 NKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 NKN has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 NKN 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 NKN find?
LB53 NKN passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most pipes corroded.; car presented with 4 passenger seats, 3rd row seats and seat belts not tested..

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