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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,685 cc

LD53 LLAMOT history

LD53 LLA is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 3 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 161,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2022.

LD53 LLA silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2023
Mileage
161,880 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 LLA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 LLA was last recorded at 161,880 miles on 15 Nov 2022, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,859 miles · 7 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
5,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 161,880 miles
  • 2021 – 155,096 miles
  • 2020 – 150,798 miles
  • 2019 – 146,400 miles
  • 2018 – 142,453 miles
  • 2017 – 139,177 miles
  • 2016 – 134,111 miles
  • 2015 – 129,183 miles
  • 2014 – 123,052 miles
  • 2013 – 119,208 miles
  • 2012 – 112,125 miles
  • 2011 – 104,775 miles
  • 2010 – 97,265 miles
  • 2009 – 90,511 miles
  • 2008 – 82,087 miles
  • 2007 – 70,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,880 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,880 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    161,880 miles
    Test number
    220075526094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail161,859 miles (+6,763)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,859 miles
    Test number
    552862514198
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass155,096 miles (+4,298)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    155,096 miles
    Test number
    643038217374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass150,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,798 miles
    Test number
    636028696123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail150,798 miles (+4,398)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,798 miles
    Test number
    783993535138
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass146,400 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    146,400 miles
    Test number
    946329044188
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm, rear arm inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Also has slight lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail146,399 miles (+188)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,399 miles
    Test number
    360337503370
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm, rear arm inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Also has slight lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail146,211 miles (+3,758)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,211 miles
    Test number
    120899796111
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn control arm ball joint dust cover detached (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt load wishbone (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn control arm dust cover detached (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass142,453 miles (+3,276)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    142,453 miles
    Test number
    737748144276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass139,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    139,177 miles
    Test number
    581454637290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail139,177 miles (+5,066)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,177 miles
    Test number
    661207351621
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  12. Pass134,111 miles (+4,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    134,111 miles
    Test number
    947698395365
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass129,183 miles (+6,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    129,183 miles
    Test number
    216597545415
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass123,052 miles (+3,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    123,052 miles
    Test number
    115784934147
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass119,208 miles (+7,083)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    119,208 miles
    Test number
    966559843188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear seatbelt stalk damaged

  16. Pass112,125 miles (+7,350)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    112,125 miles
    Test number
    268031362425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,775 miles (+7,510)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    104,775 miles
    Test number
    417352731186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    97,265 miles
    Test number
    700091540185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail97,265 miles (+6,754)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,265 miles
    Test number
    132971340190
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  20. Pass90,511 miles (+8,424)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    90,511 miles
    Test number
    261867859127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,087 miles (+11,281)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    82,087 miles
    Test number
    812641978118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,806 miles
    Test number
    330502897081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 LLA

Does LD53 LLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 LLA expired on 14 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 LLA?
The MOT on LD53 LLA expired on 14 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 LLA done?
LD53 LLA was recorded at 161,880 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2022, an average of 5,830 miles a year.
Has LD53 LLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 LLA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 LLA 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 LD53 LLA find?
LD53 LLA passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2022 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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