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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LE03 USMMOT history

LE03 USM is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 142,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2022.

LE03 USM blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2023
Mileage
142,969 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 USM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 USM was last recorded at 142,969 miles on 12 Feb 2022, 5,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,687 miles · 15 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
5,282 miles
Average per year
7,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,969 miles
  • 2021 – 137,687 miles
  • 2020 – 122,998 miles
  • 2019 – 116,487 miles
  • 2018 – 98,189 miles
  • 2017 – 97,410 miles
  • 2016 – 79,617 miles
  • 2015 – 72,780 miles
  • 2013 – 63,281 miles
  • 2012 – 58,162 miles
  • 2011 – 52,686 miles
  • 2010 – 48,810 miles
  • 2009 – 46,181 miles
  • 2008 – 43,829 miles
  • 2007 – 36,183 miles
  • 2006 – 26,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,969 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front one of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,969 miles (+5,282)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    142,969 miles
    Test number
    736069141128
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front one of two (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass137,687 miles (+14,689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,687 miles
    Test number
    578139264986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  3. Pass122,998 miles (+6,511)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,998 miles
    Test number
    355778709328
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll metal brake pipes have slight corrosion on them
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlight lenses are in a poor condition

  4. Pass116,487 miles (+18,298)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    116,487 miles
    Test number
    604516552394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,189 miles (+779)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,189 miles
    Test number
    713456668695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,410 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    97,410 miles
    Test number
    215796711179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,399 miles (+6,290)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,399 miles
    Test number
    974234459739
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass91,109 miles (+11,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    91,109 miles
    Test number
    627100215493
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  9. Pass79,617 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    79,617 miles
    Test number
    858296444994
    • AdvisoryEml lamp on

  10. Fail79,617 miles (+6,837)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,617 miles
    Test number
    462443556001
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEml lamp on

  11. Pass72,780 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    72,780 miles
    Test number
    929486105053
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Fail72,780 miles (+9,499)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,780 miles
    Test number
    599796005082
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass63,281 miles (+5,119)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,281 miles
    Test number
    476520113232
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass58,162 miles (+5,476)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,162 miles
    Test number
    736862112222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,686 miles (+3,876)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    52,686 miles
    Test number
    778944771121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,810 miles (+2,629)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,810 miles
    Test number
    974041560088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,181 miles (+2,352)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,181 miles
    Test number
    830257239090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,829 miles (+7,646)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,829 miles
    Test number
    704875718034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,183 miles (+9,785)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,183 miles
    Test number
    534159077052
    • NoteRear no plate started to deteriorate.

  20. Pass26,398 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    26,398 miles
    Test number
    680654876084
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear registration plate deterioated; oil leak on auto gearbox sump

Questions about LE03 USM

Does LE03 USM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 USM expired on 18 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 USM?
The MOT on LE03 USM expired on 18 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 USM done?
LE03 USM was recorded at 142,969 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2022, an average of 7,325 miles a year.
Has LE03 USM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 USM has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on LE03 USM 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 USM find?
LE03 USM passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2022 with 7 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play front one of two; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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