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Purple · Petrol · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LE03 VHLMOT history

LE03 VHL is a purple petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 129,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2021.

LE03 VHL purple Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2022
Mileage
129,433 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2021
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VHL was last recorded at 129,433 miles on 2 Nov 2021, 1,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,361 miles · 30 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
1,072 miles
Average per year
6,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 129,433 miles
  • 2020 – 128,361 miles
  • 2018 – 122,573 miles
  • 2017 – 118,641 miles
  • 2016 – 112,479 miles
  • 2015 – 108,561 miles
  • 2014 – 105,626 miles
  • 2013 – 99,156 miles
  • 2012 – 91,252 miles
  • 2011 – 83,418 miles
  • 2010 – 75,940 miles
  • 2009 – 70,389 miles
  • 2008 – 59,596 miles
  • 2007 – 45,665 miles
  • 2006 – 32,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,433 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPatches of corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,433 miles (+1,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,433 miles
    Test number
    843585514519
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPatches of corrosion

  2. Pass128,361 miles (+5,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,361 miles
    Test number
    399251061699
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPatches of corrosion

  3. Pass122,573 miles (+3,932)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    122,573 miles
    Test number
    848492135260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,641 miles (+6,162)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    118,641 miles
    Test number
    117929941319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,479 miles (+3,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    112,479 miles
    Test number
    791616310886
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  6. Pass108,561 miles (+2,935)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    108,561 miles
    Test number
    205610253796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,626 miles (+6,470)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    105,626 miles
    Test number
    489218344032
    • 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

  8. Fail99,156 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,156 miles
    Test number
    629259523096
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass99,156 miles (+7,904)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    99,156 miles
    Test number
    666269123061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,252 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,252 miles
    Test number
    417612832031
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  11. Pass91,252 miles (+7,834)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    91,252 miles
    Test number
    639452232042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,418 miles (+7,478)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    83,418 miles
    Test number
    157214411002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,940 miles (+5,551)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,940 miles
    Test number
    163240420082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,389 miles (+10,793)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,389 miles
    Test number
    100581829406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass59,596 miles (+13,931)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    59,596 miles
    Test number
    514444318024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass45,665 miles (+13,378)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    45,665 miles
    Test number
    941782627093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,287 miles
    Test number
    491756826062
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LE03 VHL

Does LE03 VHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VHL expired on 1 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VHL?
The MOT on LE03 VHL expired on 1 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VHL done?
LE03 VHL was recorded at 129,433 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2021, an average of 6,161 miles a year.
Has LE03 VHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VHL has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2013.
Has the mileage on LE03 VHL 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 VHL find?
LE03 VHL passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2021 with 2 advisories: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; patches of corrosion.

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