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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,200 cc

LE53 GWDMOT history

LE53 GWD is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 84,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

LE53 GWD black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
84,122 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE53 GWD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE53 GWD was last recorded at 84,122 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 2,345 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
81,777 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,345 miles
Average per year
1,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,122 miles
  • 2025 – 81,777 miles
  • 2024 – 80,335 miles
  • 2023 – 77,528 miles
  • 2022 – 75,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,122 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

9 tests since 7 Dec 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,122 miles (+2,345)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    84,122 miles
    Test number
    602779322310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,777 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,777 miles
    Test number
    957416516880
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both sides dull (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre worn close to legal limits / worn on edges 1.8mm (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights low limits
  3. Fail81,777 miles (+1,442)2 repaired4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,777 miles
    Test number
    684604941381
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both sides dull (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre worn close to legal limits / worn on edges 1.8mm (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn Parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights low limits
  4. Pass80,335 miles (+2,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,335 miles
    Test number
    815069664782
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass77,528 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    77,528 miles
    Test number
    944967213975
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged distorted tint effect (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes worn cracked movement slight - both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nearside slight (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear inner disc worn corroded slight (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail77,528 miles (+1,763)4 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,528 miles
    Test number
    192271635374
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect aim low (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working new bulb added old bulb was not fitted correctly - advised new bulb holder and new bulb from main agent corroded contacts electrical contact cleaner used working now (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect aim high (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged distorted tint effect (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes worn cracked movement slight - both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nearside slight (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear inner disc worn corroded slight (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass75,765 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    75,765 miles
    Test number
    496214867324
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing mirror slightly distorted
  8. Fail75,765 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,765 miles
    Test number
    143212998139
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing mirror slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass118,268 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,268 km
    Test number
    713807406802
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror glass distorted

Questions about LE53 GWD

Does LE53 GWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE53 GWD is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE53 GWD?
The MOT on LE53 GWD is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE53 GWD done?
LE53 GWD was recorded at 84,122 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 1,983 miles a year.
Has LE53 GWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE53 GWD has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LE53 GWD 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 LE53 GWD find?
LE53 GWD passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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