Mercedes-Benz E
Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,148 cc
LB56 NPVMOT history
LB56 NPV is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 19 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 171,454 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2024.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 19 Mar 2025
- Mileage
- 171,454 mi
- At MOT on 11 Mar 2024
- MOT tests
- 22
- 14 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 9,140 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB56 NPV
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- E
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,148 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 19 Dec 2006
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 19 Mar 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 11 Mar 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB56 NPV was last recorded at 171,454 miles on 11 Mar 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 171,449 miles · 4 Mar 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 5 miles
- Average per year
- 9,140 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 171,454 miles
- 2023 – 161,072 miles
- 2022 – 153,116 miles
- 2021 – 147,029 miles
- 2020 – 140,802 miles
- 2019 – 130,773 miles
- 2018 – 124,766 miles
- 2016 – 114,659 miles
- 2014 – 95,707 miles
- 2013 – 88,327 miles
- 2012 – 78,545 miles
- 2011 – 68,404 miles
- 2010 – 41,882 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass171,454 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside front jacking point is missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisorySuspension warning on dashRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryTailgate struts don't support tailgateRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014
Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2011
Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2011
Full MOT history
22 tests since 6 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass171,454 miles (+5)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 171,454 miles
- Test number
- 306487503668
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside front jacking point is missing
- AdvisorySuspension warning on dash
- AdvisoryTailgate struts don't support tailgate
Fail171,449 miles (+10,377)1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 171,449 miles
- Test number
- 447410549888
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Press in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside front jacking point is missing
- AdvisorySuspension warning on dash
- AdvisoryTailgate struts don't support tailgate
Pass161,072 miles (+7,956)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 161,072 miles
- Test number
- 392998194550
- AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted, obscuring full view of engine and underside of vehicle
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Jacking mount missing
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Pass153,116 miles (+17)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 153,116 miles
- Test number
- 539359569936
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
Fail153,099 miles (+6,070)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,099 miles
- Test number
- 905362620878
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
Pass147,029 miles (+6,227)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 147,029 miles
- Test number
- 991419697014
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass140,802 miles (+10,029)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 140,802 miles
- Test number
- 442674591569
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass130,773 miles (+6,007)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 130,773 miles
- Test number
- 340320112200
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
Pass124,766 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 124,766 miles
- Test number
- 126763325490
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
Fail124,766 miles (+10,107)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,766 miles
- Test number
- 748806030680
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
Pass114,659 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 114,659 miles
- Test number
- 668469329605
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail114,659 miles (+18,952)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,659 miles
- Test number
- 931390672343
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass95,707 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 95,707 miles
- Test number
- 179246744376
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail95,706 miles (+7,315)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,706 miles
- Test number
- 387574944315
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass88,391 miles (+64)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 88,391 miles
- Test number
- 207642304028
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail88,327 miles (+9,782)1 failure3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,327 miles
- Test number
- 386502263346
- FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- NoteFRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES
Pass78,545 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 78,545 miles
- Test number
- 947203352308
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail78,544 miles (+10,140)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,544 miles
- Test number
- 189533452390
- FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
Pass68,404 miles2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 68,404 miles
- Test number
- 896042761328
- AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
- NoteHole in offside rear indicator lens/lamp
- NoteSmall crack in nearside side repeater
Fail68,404 miles (+12,538)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 68,404 miles
- Test number
- 249207351317
- FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
- NoteFront number plate cracked
- NoteHole in offside rear indicator lens/lamp
- NoteLarge wear lip on front brake disks
- NoteSmall crack in nearside side repeater
Pass55,866 miles (+13,984)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 55,866 miles
- Test number
- 157296501073
- NoteOffside rear light unit damadged
Pass41,882 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2011
- Odometer
- 41,882 miles
- Test number
- 590376300056
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB56 NPV
- Does LB56 NPV currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LB56 NPV expired on 19 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LB56 NPV?
- The MOT on LB56 NPV expired on 19 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LB56 NPV done?
- LB56 NPV was recorded at 171,454 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2024, an average of 9,140 miles a year.
- Has LB56 NPV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB56 NPV has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2024.
- Has the mileage on LB56 NPV 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 LB56 NPV find?
- LB56 NPV passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 3 more.
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