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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,685 cc

LE03 VTXMOT history

LE03 VTX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 18 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 148,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2023.

LE03 VTX silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2024
Mileage
148,644 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VTX was last recorded at 148,644 miles on 14 Apr 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,640 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 148,644 miles
  • 2022 – 137,844 miles
  • 2021 – 136,963 miles
  • 2020 – 136,426 miles
  • 2019 – 134,847 miles
  • 2018 – 133,629 miles
  • 2017 – 132,665 miles
  • 2016 – 131,009 miles
  • 2015 – 129,458 miles
  • 2014 – 127,519 miles
  • 2013 – 126,262 miles
  • 2012 – 124,126 miles
  • 2011 – 122,098 miles
  • 2010 – 111,225 miles
  • 2009 – 93,632 miles
  • 2007 – 71,137 miles
  • 2006 – 58,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,644 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth rear light lenses damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp pattern weak but visible
  • AdvisoryNearside rear door /arch damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear bumper damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle has water ingress on both front and rear floors also within bootRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,644 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    148,644 miles
    Test number
    593244464151
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear light lenses damaged
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp pattern weak but visible
    • AdvisoryNearside rear door /arch damaged
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryVehicle has water ingress on both front and rear floors also within boot

  2. Fail148,640 miles (+10,796)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,640 miles
    Test number
    399310696877
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board coming from under bonnet (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt balljoint in hub (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt suspension arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear light lenses damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear door /arch damaged
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryVehicle has water ingress on both front and rear floors also within boot

  3. Pass137,844 miles (+881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    137,844 miles
    Test number
    146610232740
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass136,963 miles (+537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,963 miles
    Test number
    255484780531
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass136,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    136,426 miles
    Test number
    799748246330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail136,426 miles (+1,579)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,426 miles
    Test number
    131659726532
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass134,847 miles (+1,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    134,847 miles
    Test number
    259785099336
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass133,629 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    133,629 miles
    Test number
    584140137423
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNear side front door damaged

  9. Fail133,629 miles (+964)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,629 miles
    Test number
    558869156090
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNear side front door damaged

  10. Pass132,665 miles (+1,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    132,665 miles
    Test number
    517823197005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass131,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    131,009 miles
    Test number
    176168154515
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail131,009 miles (+1,551)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,009 miles
    Test number
    982874981811
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass129,458 miles (+1,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    129,458 miles
    Test number
    369313975033
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail127,519 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,519 miles
    Test number
    578576274005
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass127,519 miles (+1,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    127,519 miles
    Test number
    645006274088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass126,262 miles (+2,136)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    126,262 miles
    Test number
    345841553042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass124,126 miles (+2,028)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    124,126 miles
    Test number
    385194072001
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass122,098 miles (+10,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    122,098 miles
    Test number
    116823971420
    • 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)

  19. Pass111,225 miles (+17,593)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    111,225 miles
    Test number
    101201710131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass93,632 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    93,632 miles
    Test number
    174346219476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail93,626 miles (+22,489)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,626 miles
    Test number
    763273419079
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass71,137 miles (+461)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    71,137 miles
    Test number
    741097717377
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  23. Fail70,676 miles (+12,552)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    650244007363
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWipers starting to smear

  24. Pass58,124 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,124 miles
    Test number
    270370696280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,120 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,120 miles
    Test number
    424515986253
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE03 VTX

Does LE03 VTX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VTX expired on 13 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VTX?
The MOT on LE03 VTX expired on 13 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VTX done?
LE03 VTX was recorded at 148,644 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2023, an average of 5,485 miles a year.
Has LE03 VTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VTX has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LE03 VTX 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 VTX find?
LE03 VTX passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2023 with 9 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front; coil spring corroded both rear, and 6 more.

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