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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 3,266 cc

LF02 RUVMOT history

LF02 RUV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 141,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2023.

LF02 RUV silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2024
Mileage
141,389 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 RUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,266 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 RUV was last recorded at 141,389 miles on 27 Apr 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,389 miles · 19 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 141,389 miles
  • 2022 – 138,803 miles
  • 2021 – 135,507 miles
  • 2019 – 133,038 miles
  • 2018 – 130,396 miles
  • 2017 – 122,072 miles
  • 2016 – 109,937 miles
  • 2015 – 101,282 miles
  • 2014 – 93,111 miles
  • 2013 – 84,861 miles
  • 2012 – 76,949 miles
  • 2011 – 70,107 miles
  • 2010 – 63,146 miles
  • 2009 – 53,948 miles
  • 2008 – 48,941 miles
  • 2007 – 43,771 miles
  • 2006 – 36,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,389 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion too vehicleRecorded 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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,389 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    141,389 miles
    Test number
    416239369014
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion too vehicle

  2. Fail141,389 miles (+2,586)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,389 miles
    Test number
    918262109079
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion too vehicle

  3. Pass138,803 miles (+3,296)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    138,803 miles
    Test number
    850694130907
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass135,507 miles (+2,469)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,507 miles
    Test number
    806531654882
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass133,038 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    133,038 miles
    Test number
    268842364780
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp inoperative.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail133,037 miles (+2,641)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,037 miles
    Test number
    163721243735
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp inoperative.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass130,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    130,396 miles
    Test number
    193968686015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail130,396 miles (+208)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,396 miles
    Test number
    569384604360
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s door mirror glass deteriorating

  9. Fail130,188 miles (+8,116)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,188 miles
    Test number
    899957378218
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear suspension pipes are heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Light source has gone dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass122,072 miles (+12,135)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    122,072 miles
    Test number
    618427837783
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake effort getting weak
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has a nail in it
    • AdvisorySuspension pipes corroding (front to rear)

  11. Pass109,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,937 miles
    Test number
    228503311610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,937 miles (+8,655)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,937 miles
    Test number
    300322355047
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported right hanger (7.1.1)

  13. Fail101,282 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,282 miles
    Test number
    668215425135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass101,282 miles (+8,171)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,282 miles
    Test number
    918665425134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,111 miles (+8,250)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    93,111 miles
    Test number
    185968224122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,861 miles (+7,912)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    84,861 miles
    Test number
    777002023121
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn heavily on inner edges

  17. Pass76,949 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    76,949 miles
    Test number
    495604012140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,812 miles (+6,705)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    76,812 miles
    Test number
    398118682073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak around turbo area

  19. Pass70,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,107 miles
    Test number
    456048181014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,107 miles (+6,961)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,107 miles
    Test number
    915037481000
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass63,146 miles (+9,198)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,146 miles
    Test number
    123378980087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,948 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    53,948 miles
    Test number
    211976479048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Fail53,877 miles (+4,936)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,877 miles
    Test number
    723500179000
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass48,941 miles (+5,170)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,941 miles
    Test number
    631638988077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass43,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    43,771 miles
    Test number
    674433897049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,771 miles (+7,472)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,771 miles
    Test number
    250143297054
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass36,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,299 miles
    Test number
    813373196065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail36,299 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,299 miles
    Test number
    962553196080
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear wiper split

Questions about LF02 RUV

Does LF02 RUV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 RUV expired on 2 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 RUV?
The MOT on LF02 RUV expired on 2 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 RUV done?
LF02 RUV was recorded at 141,389 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2023, an average of 6,158 miles a year.
Has LF02 RUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 RUV has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LF02 RUV 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 LF02 RUV find?
LF02 RUV passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2023 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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