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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,685 cc

LD53 WRGMOT history

LD53 WRG is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 219,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

LD53 WRG blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
219,910 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,603 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WRG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 WRG was last recorded at 219,910 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 9,635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,275 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,635 miles
Average per year
9,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 219,910 miles
  • 2024 – 210,275 miles
  • 2023 – 203,444 miles
  • 2022 – 196,027 miles
  • 2021 – 177,329 miles
  • 2020 – 161,686 miles
  • 2019 – 156,992 miles
  • 2018 – 151,445 miles
  • 2017 – 142,521 miles
  • 2016 – 135,028 miles
  • 2015 – 123,928 miles
  • 2014 – 114,027 miles
  • 2013 – 99,729 miles
  • 2012 – 83,893 miles
  • 2011 – 68,494 miles
  • 2010 – 63,469 miles
  • 2009 – 55,294 miles
  • 2008 – 47,544 miles
  • 2007 – 38,304 miles
  • 2006 – 29,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,910 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearmost (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,910 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    219,910 miles
    Test number
    773537198822
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail219,910 miles (+9,635)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,910 miles
    Test number
    924333470999
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass210,275 miles (+6,831)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    210,275 miles
    Test number
    741203522970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass203,444 miles (+7,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    203,444 miles
    Test number
    709590210438
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass196,027 miles (+18,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    196,027 miles
    Test number
    243134551237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass177,329 miles (+15,643)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    177,329 miles
    Test number
    611750850678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass161,686 miles (+4,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    161,686 miles
    Test number
    731026427572
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass156,992 miles (+5,547)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    156,992 miles
    Test number
    437967694821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass151,445 miles (+8,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    151,445 miles
    Test number
    901301223045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass142,521 miles (+7,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    142,521 miles
    Test number
    277291383491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear most (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
  11. Pass135,028 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    135,028 miles
    Test number
    841516885293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail134,818 miles (+10,890)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,818 miles
    Test number
    861729840975
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Cracked on N/S (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass123,928 miles (+9,901)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    123,928 miles
    Test number
    690250827360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass114,027 miles (+14,298)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    114,027 miles
    Test number
    267085414320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass99,729 miles (+15,836)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    99,729 miles
    Test number
    899462823335
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  16. Pass83,893 miles (+15,399)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    83,893 miles
    Test number
    789314022396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,494 miles (+5,025)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    68,494 miles
    Test number
    466956171209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,469 miles (+8,175)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,469 miles
    Test number
    993385390221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,294 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,294 miles
    Test number
    834350009392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,266 miles (+7,722)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,266 miles
    Test number
    910169299275
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  21. Pass47,544 miles (+9,240)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    47,544 miles
    Test number
    573937988278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,304 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    38,304 miles
    Test number
    934390897282
    • NoteRear pads nearing limit
  23. Fail38,304 miles (+9,138)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,304 miles
    Test number
    370959087411
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteRear pads nearing limit
  24. Pass29,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    29,166 miles
    Test number
    160513306362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 WRG

Does LD53 WRG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 WRG is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WRG?
The MOT on LD53 WRG is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 WRG done?
LD53 WRG was recorded at 219,910 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 9,603 miles a year.
Has LD53 WRG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WRG has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 WRG 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 WRG find?
LD53 WRG passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forwardmost both sides, and 4 more.

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