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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 3,222 cc

LB53 VZUMOT history

LB53 VZU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 6 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 166,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2023
Mileage
166,262 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 VZU
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
6 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 VZU was last recorded at 166,262 miles on 31 Aug 2022, 3,469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,793 miles · 11 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
3,469 miles
Average per year
8,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 166,262 miles
  • 2021 – 162,793 miles
  • 2020 – 157,691 miles
  • 2019 – 153,120 miles
  • 2018 – 147,534 miles
  • 2017 – 140,883 miles
  • 2016 – 137,780 miles
  • 2015 – 121,015 miles
  • 2014 – 109,175 miles
  • 2013 – 96,996 miles
  • 2012 – 84,977 miles
  • 2011 – 72,075 miles
  • 2010 – 66,673 miles
  • 2009 – 57,562 miles
  • 2008 – 45,937 miles
  • 2007 – 34,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,262 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Chip windscreen

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Both front lower ball joints in the hub worn to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside rear tyre 2mm inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Steering rack worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge recommend replace

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,262 miles (+3,469)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    166,262 miles
    Test number
    335069759931
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass162,793 miles (+5,102)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    162,793 miles
    Test number
    656426428591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass157,691 miles (+4,571)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    157,691 miles
    Test number
    746864465372
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass153,120 miles (+5,586)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    153,120 miles
    Test number
    480278413443
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,534 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    147,534 miles
    Test number
    813725011628
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Fail147,534 miles (+6,651)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,534 miles
    Test number
    669015233340
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass140,883 miles (+3,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    140,883 miles
    Test number
    465669318022
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass137,780 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    137,780 miles
    Test number
    810883062417
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower ball joints in the hub worn to limit
    • AdvisoryChip windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre 2mm inner edge
    • AdvisorySteering rack worn

  9. Fail137,779 miles (+16,764)4 failures2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,779 miles
    Test number
    878822992102
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower ball joints in the hub worn to limit
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryChip windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge (recommend replace)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre 2mm inner edge
    • AdvisorySteering rack worn

  10. Pass121,015 miles (+247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    121,015 miles
    Test number
    869268663505
    • AdvisoryChip windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge recommend replace
    • AdvisorySlight play in rack

  11. Fail120,768 miles (+11,593)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,768 miles
    Test number
    442420076722
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrakes worn
    • AdvisoryChip windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront roll bar links and ball joints worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge recommend replace
    • AdvisorySlight play in rack

  12. Pass109,175 miles (+12,179)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    109,175 miles
    Test number
    468465234442
    • NoteFront roll bar links worn
    • NoteFront tyres devoid of tread inner edge
    • NoteSuspension warning on

  13. Pass96,996 miles (+12,019)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    96,996 miles
    Test number
    597064873221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChip windscreen
    • NotePark brake readings low
    • NoteVisit workshop warning on

  14. Pass84,977 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,977 miles
    Test number
    969515782228
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail84,939 miles (+5,640)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,939 miles
    Test number
    347485882258
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass79,299 miles (+7,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    79,299 miles
    Test number
    656449612012
    • 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)

  17. Pass72,075 miles (+5,402)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    72,075 miles
    Test number
    157659811445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,673 miles (+9,111)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    66,673 miles
    Test number
    131042210464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,562 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    57,562 miles
    Test number
    650577409065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,561 miles (+11,624)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,561 miles
    Test number
    794466009098
    • FailureNearside Rear Air suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Air suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

  21. Pass45,937 miles (+11,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    45,937 miles
    Test number
    312943308045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass34,914 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    34,914 miles
    Test number
    662822927060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,913 miles1 dangerous1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,913 miles
    Test number
    274080917080
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front fog light lens broken
    • NoteNearside rear tyre devoid of tread on inner shoulder
    • NoteOffside front tyre devoid of tread on outer shoulder
    • NoteOffside rear tyre devoid of tread on outer shoulder
    • NoteRecommend full wheel alignment check

Questions about LB53 VZU

Does LB53 VZU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 VZU expired on 30 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 VZU?
The MOT on LB53 VZU expired on 30 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 VZU done?
LB53 VZU was recorded at 166,262 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2022, an average of 8,399 miles a year.
Has LB53 VZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 VZU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on LB53 VZU 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 VZU find?
LB53 VZU passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2022 with 2 minor defects: front headlamp lens slightly defective both misty; nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped.

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