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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,597 cc

LD03 LVMMOT history

LD03 LVM is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 2 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 122,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2022.

LD03 LVM blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2023
Mileage
122,938 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 LVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 LVM was last recorded at 122,938 miles on 1 Sept 2022, 1,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,121 miles · 2 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,817 miles
Average per year
5,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,938 miles
  • 2021 – 121,121 miles
  • 2020 – 115,049 miles
  • 2019 – 110,329 miles
  • 2018 – 106,011 miles
  • 2017 – 100,046 miles
  • 2016 – 93,251 miles
  • 2015 – 87,863 miles
  • 2014 – 81,446 miles
  • 2013 – 74,526 miles
  • 2012 – 69,899 miles
  • 2011 – 63,217 miles
  • 2010 – 58,072 miles
  • 2009 – 52,066 miles
  • 2008 – 46,675 miles
  • 2007 – 39,762 miles
  • 2006 – 34,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,938 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Marked with chalk

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,938 miles (+1,817)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    122,938 miles
    Test number
    121129006608
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass121,121 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    121,121 miles
    Test number
    933588309909
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail121,102 miles (+6,053)10 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,102 miles
    Test number
    969663465749
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Marked with chalk (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryEmits smoke during acceleration
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,049 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    115,049 miles
    Test number
    156281574360
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail115,049 miles (+4,720)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,049 miles
    Test number
    436508960632
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass110,329 miles (+4,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,329 miles
    Test number
    555845533313
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass106,011 miles (+5,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    106,011 miles
    Test number
    776749069706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Marked with chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass100,046 miles (+6,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,046 miles
    Test number
    984119889155
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint bottom rear (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Pass93,251 miles (+5,388)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,251 miles
    Test number
    729154533386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass87,863 miles (+6,417)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    87,863 miles
    Test number
    108440625118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear exhaust mounting broken although exhaust still secure
    • NoteOffside rear exhaust mounting broken although exhaust still secure
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass81,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    81,446 miles
    Test number
    835341424154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail81,446 miles (+6,920)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,446 miles
    Test number
    285521424155
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass74,526 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,526 miles
    Test number
    838790573095
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust centre section bracket broken, but system still supported

  14. Fail74,521 miles (+4,622)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,521 miles
    Test number
    155160873028
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust centre section bracket broken, but system still supported

  15. Pass69,899 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,899 miles
    Test number
    767569282064
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail69,894 miles (+6,677)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,894 miles
    Test number
    205424482027
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass63,217 miles (+5,145)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    63,217 miles
    Test number
    446969581080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,072 miles (+6,006)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,072 miles
    Test number
    901620490023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,066 miles (+5,391)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,066 miles
    Test number
    542170389043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,675 miles (+6,913)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,675 miles
    Test number
    371862378038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,762 miles (+5,574)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,762 miles
    Test number
    590902777020
    • NoteDamage to front number plate

  22. Pass34,188 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,188 miles
    Test number
    973939586074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,174 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,174 miles
    Test number
    193217686443
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD03 LVM

Does LD03 LVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 LVM expired on 1 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 LVM?
The MOT on LD03 LVM expired on 1 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 LVM done?
LD03 LVM was recorded at 122,938 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2022, an average of 5,403 miles a year.
Has LD03 LVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 LVM has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on LD03 LVM 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 LVM find?
LD03 LVM passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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