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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 3,222 cc

LE03 UODMOT history

LE03 UOD is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,883 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2025.

LE03 UOD silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2026
Mileage
115,883 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 UOD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 UOD was last recorded at 115,883 miles on 15 Jan 2025, 2,168 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,715 miles · 16 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,168 miles
Average per year
4,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,883 miles
  • 2024 – 113,715 miles
  • 2023 – 111,661 miles
  • 2022 – 107,727 miles
  • 2021 – 104,183 miles
  • 2020 – 100,467 miles
  • 2019 – 96,072 miles
  • 2018 – 91,539 miles
  • 2017 – 86,448 miles
  • 2016 – 80,350 miles
  • 2015 – 75,732 miles
  • 2014 – 68,447 miles
  • 2013 – 61,739 miles
  • 2012 – 51,861 miles
  • 2010 – 43,040 miles
  • 2009 – 37,969 miles
  • 2008 – 31,549 miles
  • 2007 – 28,919 miles
  • 2006 – 22,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,883 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside reverse light inoperative
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine and underside covers fitted

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 tyre is worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Undertrays and engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,883 miles (+2,168)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    115,883 miles
    Test number
    954435281094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light inoperative
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and underside covers fitted

  2. Pass113,715 miles (+2,054)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    113,715 miles
    Test number
    701418056952
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering-suspension bushes worn/perished not resulting in any movement
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  3. Pass111,661 miles (+3,934)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,661 miles
    Test number
    511718205549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring link arm bush perished and torn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Thrust arm ball joint has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring link arm bush perished and torn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Reverse lamp not working

  4. Pass107,727 miles (+3,544)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    107,727 miles
    Test number
    709473151476
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reverse light blown ( 1 of 2 )

  5. Pass104,183 miles (+3,716)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,183 miles
    Test number
    479266679523
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective hanger from exhaust pipe broken and silencer mount corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryVehicle tested in wet conditions

  6. Pass100,467 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,467 miles
    Test number
    214048282953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse lamp inop

  7. Fail100,466 miles (+4,394)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,466 miles
    Test number
    980270441340
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse lamp inop

  8. Pass96,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,072 miles
    Test number
    560375419729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,072 miles (+4,533)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,072 miles
    Test number
    494689023214
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass91,539 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    91,539 miles
    Test number
    539891520426
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine cover fitted

  11. Fail91,539 miles (+5,091)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,539 miles
    Test number
    846439263850
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine cover fitted

  12. Pass86,448 miles (+6,098)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    86,448 miles
    Test number
    894580481139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,350 miles (+4,618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,350 miles
    Test number
    386437525209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint supporting ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint will require arm as well (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Pass75,732 miles (+7,285)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,732 miles
    Test number
    219674415041
    • NoteNearside front tyre has damage to sidewall
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass68,447 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,447 miles
    Test number
    377030814014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSmall splits in n/s/rear inner edges of tyre

  16. Fail68,446 miles (+6,707)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,446 miles
    Test number
    388140214061
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSmall splits in n/s/rear inner edges of tyre

  17. Pass61,739 miles (+9,878)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    61,739 miles
    Test number
    545631723031
    • NoteSlight buckles in both near side wheels

  18. Pass51,861 miles (+8,821)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,861 miles
    Test number
    918210932005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front shock bellows split

  19. Pass43,040 miles (+5,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,040 miles
    Test number
    914319890255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass37,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,969 miles
    Test number
    754677709336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail37,969 miles (+6,420)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,969 miles
    Test number
    374436709366
    • 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)

  22. Pass31,549 miles (+2,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    31,549 miles
    Test number
    510318838029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass28,919 miles (+6,533)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,919 miles
    Test number
    801570357051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,386 miles
    Test number
    450465546049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 UOD

Does LE03 UOD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 UOD expired on 29 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 UOD?
The MOT on LE03 UOD expired on 29 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 UOD done?
LE03 UOD was recorded at 115,883 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2025, an average of 4,942 miles a year.
Has LE03 UOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 UOD has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LE03 UOD 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 UOD find?
LE03 UOD passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2025 with 4 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside reverse light inoperative; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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