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Mercedes-Benz 500

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 4,997 cc

LE03 OWVMOT history

LE03 OWV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz 500 first used on 24 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 71,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
71,508 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 OWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
500
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 OWV was last recorded at 71,508 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 1,247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,261 miles · 21 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,247 miles
Average per year
3,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,508 miles
  • 2022 – 70,261 miles
  • 2021 – 64,522 miles
  • 2020 – 59,569 miles
  • 2017 – 47,702 miles
  • 2016 – 42,499 miles
  • 2015 – 36,863 miles
  • 2014 – 34,064 miles
  • 2013 – 33,081 miles
  • 2012 – 31,945 miles
  • 2011 – 29,722 miles
  • 2010 – 27,160 miles
  • 2009 – 24,490 miles
  • 2008 – 20,842 miles
  • 2007 – 13,114 miles
  • 2006 – 11,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,508 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside headlamp aim slightly blurred
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides front lower, rear arms (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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass71,508 miles (+1,247)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    71,508 miles
    Test number
    924322183437
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp aim slightly blurred
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides front lower, rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass70,261 miles (+5,739)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,261 miles
    Test number
    348958968974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,522 miles (+4,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    64,522 miles
    Test number
    657543218867
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass59,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2021
    Odometer
    59,569 miles
    Test number
    752765184900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail59,569 miles (+11,867)4 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,569 miles
    Test number
    291118319175
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs rusty

  6. Pass47,702 miles (+5,203)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    47,702 miles
    Test number
    603234972594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass42,499 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,499 miles
    Test number
    879564074358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail42,356 miles (+5,493)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,356 miles
    Test number
    872255278929
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre badly age cracked

  9. Pass36,863 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,863 miles
    Test number
    347876805279
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail36,863 miles (+520)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,863 miles
    Test number
    896886705290
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass36,343 miles (+2,279)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    36,343 miles
    Test number
    586770365193
    • 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

  12. Pass34,064 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,064 miles
    Test number
    796624364159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll four tyres cracking

  13. Fail34,064 miles (+983)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,064 miles
    Test number
    239452864186
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll four tyres cracking

  14. Pass33,081 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,081 miles
    Test number
    396719643167
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Fail33,079 miles (+1,134)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,079 miles
    Test number
    108639223192
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Pass31,945 miles (+2,223)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    31,945 miles
    Test number
    276573562416
    • NoteSrs light on dash

  17. Pass29,722 miles (+2,562)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,722 miles
    Test number
    717876961101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,160 miles (+2,670)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    27,160 miles
    Test number
    230749870495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,490 miles (+3,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,490 miles
    Test number
    780338589151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass20,842 miles (+7,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    20,842 miles
    Test number
    420730918255
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass13,114 miles (+2,091)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    13,114 miles
    Test number
    842332477024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    11,023 miles
    Test number
    281269986029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 OWV

Does LE03 OWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 OWV expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 OWV?
The MOT on LE03 OWV expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 OWV done?
LE03 OWV was recorded at 71,508 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 3,103 miles a year.
Has LE03 OWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 OWV has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2020.
Has the mileage on LE03 OWV 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 LE03 OWV find?
LE03 OWV passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside headlamp aim slightly blurred, and 1 more.

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