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Blue · Petrol · 2003

LE03 XOWMOT history

LE03 XOW is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 175,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LE03 XOW blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
175,618 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 XOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 XOW was last recorded at 175,618 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 16,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Feb 2015: 15,957 miles, lower than 75,955 miles on 4 Feb 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
159,014 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
16,604 miles
Average per year
7,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,618 miles
  • 2025 – 159,014 miles
  • 2024 – 151,358 miles
  • 2023 – 141,178 miles
  • 2022 – 130,279 miles
  • 2021 – 123,035 miles
  • 2020 – 114,445 miles
  • 2019 – 106,900 miles
  • 2018 – 98,834 miles
  • 2017 – 89,223 miles
  • 2016 – 81,647 miles
  • 2015 – 15,957 miles
  • 2014 – 75,520 miles
  • 2013 – 71,235 miles
  • 2012 – 66,039 miles
  • 2011 – 61,499 miles
  • 2010 – 53,175 miles
  • 2009 – 44,195 miles
  • 2008 – 36,916 miles
  • 2007 – 28,326 miles
  • 2006 – 20,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,618 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Indicator switch faulty

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,618 miles (+16,604)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    175,618 miles
    Test number
    967591815067
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass159,014 miles (+333)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    159,014 miles
    Test number
    602810779116
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail158,681 miles (+7,323)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,681 miles
    Test number
    518869803167
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper Damaged but not likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted

  4. Pass151,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    151,358 miles
    Test number
    139582246743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail151,358 miles (+10,180)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,358 miles
    Test number
    150904365230
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass141,178 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    141,178 miles
    Test number
    820235662255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail141,015 miles (+10,736)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,015 miles
    Test number
    720695652688
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,279 miles (+7,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    130,279 miles
    Test number
    852011837074
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass123,035 miles (+8,590)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    123,035 miles
    Test number
    509686932790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass114,445 miles (+7,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    114,445 miles
    Test number
    651073316899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass106,900 miles (+8,066)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    106,900 miles
    Test number
    931116806474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    98,834 miles
    Test number
    845693512025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre 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)

  13. Fail98,829 miles (+9,606)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,829 miles
    Test number
    360962456555
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass89,223 miles (+7,576)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,223 miles
    Test number
    124460760965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,647 miles (+65,690)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    81,647 miles
    Test number
    296552961416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass15,957 miles (-59,998)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    15,957 miles
    Test number
    116695645083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,955 miles (+435)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,955 miles
    Test number
    578635435060
    • FailureCentre Rear Lower Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteADVISE[ handbrake light staying on when brake is released .

  18. Pass75,520 miles (+4,285)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    75,520 miles
    Test number
    528858094096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,235 miles (+5,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,235 miles
    Test number
    725475993052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass66,039 miles (+4,540)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,039 miles
    Test number
    357762582058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,499 miles (+8,324)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,499 miles
    Test number
    707677181024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,175 miles (+8,980)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,175 miles
    Test number
    784316280092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,195 miles
    Test number
    240718069074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,195 miles (+7,279)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,195 miles
    Test number
    184358269068
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass36,916 miles (+8,590)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,916 miles
    Test number
    102313958073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition

  26. Pass28,326 miles (+7,933)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,326 miles
    Test number
    913268367021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    20,393 miles
    Test number
    260520066065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 XOW

Does LE03 XOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 XOW is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE03 XOW?
The MOT on LE03 XOW is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE03 XOW done?
LE03 XOW was recorded at 175,618 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 7,540 miles a year.
Has LE03 XOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 XOW has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LE03 XOW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Feb 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LE03 XOW find?
LE03 XOW passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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