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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,987 cc

LE56 NZXMOT history

LE56 NZX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 123,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

LE56 NZX silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
123,873 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE56 NZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE56 NZX was last recorded at 123,873 miles on 18 May 2026, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,836 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
5,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,873 miles
  • 2025 – 122,079 miles
  • 2018 – 111,723 miles
  • 2017 – 100,081 miles
  • 2016 – 90,406 miles
  • 2015 – 81,213 miles
  • 2013 – 69,063 miles
  • 2011 – 46,467 miles
  • 2010 – 32,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,873 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Side repeater lens damaged.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Engine managment light indicates a fault

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,873 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    123,873 miles
    Test number
    402039310598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,836 miles (+1,757)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,836 miles
    Test number
    552619301824
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism damaged with sharp edge (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,079 miles (+10,356)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    122,079 miles
    Test number
    402487228441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,723 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    111,723 miles
    Test number
    610228608667
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater lens damaged.

  5. Fail111,723 miles (+11,642)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,723 miles
    Test number
    153819987425
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear arm. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear arm. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater lens damaged.

  6. Pass100,081 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    100,081 miles
    Test number
    374023604209
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Fail100,080 miles (+9,674)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,080 miles
    Test number
    390556127558
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly chafed both (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Pass90,406 miles (+210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    90,406 miles
    Test number
    667701598467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine managment light indicates a fault

  9. Fail90,196 miles (+8,983)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,196 miles
    Test number
    575130540448
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine managment light indicates a fault

  10. Pass81,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    81,213 miles
    Test number
    466641375046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,213 miles (+12,150)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,213 miles
    Test number
    167045765412
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine Management Light indicates a fault

  12. Pass69,063 miles (+22,596)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,063 miles
    Test number
    888977333329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,467 miles (+14,305)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,467 miles
    Test number
    839759871173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,162 miles
    Test number
    111112410091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail32,162 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,162 miles
    Test number
    793042410088
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE56 NZX

Does LE56 NZX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE56 NZX is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE56 NZX?
The MOT on LE56 NZX is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE56 NZX done?
LE56 NZX was recorded at 123,873 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 5,611 miles a year.
Has LE56 NZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE56 NZX has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LE56 NZX 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 LE56 NZX find?
LE56 NZX passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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