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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 3,222 cc

LD03 LALMOT history

LD03 LAL is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 16 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 127,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

LD03 LAL blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
127,787 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 LAL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 LAL was last recorded at 127,787 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,783 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,787 miles
  • 2025 – 126,520 miles
  • 2024 – 125,468 miles
  • 2023 – 123,511 miles
  • 2022 – 120,569 miles
  • 2021 – 117,069 miles
  • 2020 – 114,818 miles
  • 2019 – 112,260 miles
  • 2018 – 109,488 miles
  • 2017 – 102,488 miles
  • 2016 – 99,461 miles
  • 2015 – 96,031 miles
  • 2014 – 92,895 miles
  • 2013 – 92,793 miles
  • 2012 – 87,059 miles
  • 2011 – 84,091 miles
  • 2010 – 81,211 miles
  • 2009 – 73,959 miles
  • 2008 – 73,959 miles
  • 2007 – 68,606 miles
  • 2006 – 56,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,787 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Outer sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,787 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    127,787 miles
    Test number
    854716004726
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail127,783 miles (+1,263)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,783 miles
    Test number
    849159182144
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,520 miles (+1,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    126,520 miles
    Test number
    813312877190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass125,468 miles (+1,957)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    125,468 miles
    Test number
    545678803475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass123,511 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    123,511 miles
    Test number
    916850755446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail123,509 miles (+2,940)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,509 miles
    Test number
    214232166580
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass120,569 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    120,569 miles
    Test number
    107982535064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail120,566 miles (+3,497)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,566 miles
    Test number
    714574027485
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass117,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    117,069 miles
    Test number
    675040195100
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail117,069 miles (+2,251)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,069 miles
    Test number
    948481424901
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass114,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    114,818 miles
    Test number
    320299285745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,814 miles (+2,554)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,814 miles
    Test number
    141257472849
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass112,260 miles (+2,772)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    112,260 miles
    Test number
    229929371376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,488 miles (+7,000)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    109,488 miles
    Test number
    251226905587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,488 miles (+3,027)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    102,488 miles
    Test number
    530853326610
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  16. Pass99,461 miles (+3,430)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    99,461 miles
    Test number
    807447767613
    • AdvisoryEngine bay cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  17. Pass96,031 miles (+3,136)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    96,031 miles
    Test number
    195860185009
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted

  18. Pass92,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,895 miles
    Test number
    105185384418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,895 miles (+102)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,895 miles
    Test number
    509713784022
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass92,793 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    92,793 miles
    Test number
    246970533359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail92,792 miles (+5,733)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,792 miles
    Test number
    335494823300
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass87,059 miles (+2,968)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    87,059 miles
    Test number
    839827812321
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass84,091 miles (+2,880)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    84,091 miles
    Test number
    355135411321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass81,211 miles (+7,252)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    81,211 miles
    Test number
    212246500365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass73,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    73,959 miles
    Test number
    313435919350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass73,959 miles (+5,353)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    73,959 miles
    Test number
    103363228301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass68,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    68,606 miles
    Test number
    370103787206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail68,606 miles (+12,159)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,606 miles
    Test number
    431492087213
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass56,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,447 miles
    Test number
    421050396211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 LAL

Does LD03 LAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 LAL is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 LAL?
The MOT on LD03 LAL is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 LAL done?
LD03 LAL was recorded at 127,787 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 3,684 miles a year.
Has LD03 LAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 LAL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD03 LAL 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 LD03 LAL find?
LD03 LAL passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper suspension arm mounting; nearside rear coil spring corroded.

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