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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LL03 MWAMOT history

LL03 MWA is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 25 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 164,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2025.

LL03 MWA silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2026
Mileage
164,183 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 MWA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 MWA was last recorded at 164,183 miles on 10 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,183 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,183 miles
  • 2024 – 162,924 miles
  • 2023 – 162,079 miles
  • 2022 – 161,285 miles
  • 2021 – 158,098 miles
  • 2020 – 152,894 miles
  • 2019 – 150,210 miles
  • 2018 – 149,967 miles
  • 2017 – 144,688 miles
  • 2015 – 142,244 miles
  • 2014 – 135,828 miles
  • 2012 – 128,841 miles
  • 2010 – 124,283 miles
  • 2009 – 115,552 miles
  • 2008 – 104,077 miles
  • 2007 – 81,654 miles
  • 2006 – 72,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,183 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake release lever damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Parking brake release handle damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,183 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    164,183 miles
    Test number
    656916995428
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake release lever damaged

  2. Fail164,183 miles (+1,259)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,183 miles
    Test number
    788542828952
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to condition of exhaust (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake release lever damaged

  3. Pass162,924 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    162,924 miles
    Test number
    265007147635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake release handle damaged

  4. Fail162,916 miles (+837)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,916 miles
    Test number
    297466075576
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake release handle damaged

  5. Pass162,079 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    162,079 miles
    Test number
    908307105665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake release handle damaged

  6. Fail162,079 miles (+794)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,079 miles
    Test number
    286749861391
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake release handle damaged

  7. Pass161,285 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    161,285 miles
    Test number
    759746414232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail161,226 miles (+3,128)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,226 miles
    Test number
    781849679133
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass158,098 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    158,098 miles
    Test number
    323494061374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail158,098 miles (+2,640)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,098 miles
    Test number
    512347375522
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail155,458 miles (+2,564)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,458 miles
    Test number
    155543736526
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass152,894 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    152,894 miles
    Test number
    919506749194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes covered by plastic
    • AdvisoryHandbrake release is damaged and difficult to release

  13. Fail152,894 miles (+2,684)3 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,894 miles
    Test number
    572282526876
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes covered by plastic
    • AdvisoryHandbrake release is damaged and difficult to release

  14. Pass150,210 miles (+243)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    150,210 miles
    Test number
    747689365739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail149,967 miles (+2,380)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,967 miles
    Test number
    654120642486
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass147,587 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    147,587 miles
    Test number
    873965788658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail147,586 miles (+2,898)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,586 miles
    Test number
    998970488161
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass144,688 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    144,688 miles
    Test number
    812423974440
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both to hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail144,688 miles (+2,444)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,688 miles
    Test number
    683269728311
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both to hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass142,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    142,244 miles
    Test number
    178083026591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail142,244 miles (+6,416)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,244 miles
    Test number
    190918093219
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

  22. Pass135,828 miles (+6,987)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    135,828 miles
    Test number
    705192304076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass128,841 miles (+4,558)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    128,841 miles
    Test number
    287233702044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass124,283 miles (+8,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    124,283 miles
    Test number
    913126610333
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass115,552 miles (+11,475)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    115,552 miles
    Test number
    372316459077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass104,077 miles (+22,423)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    104,077 miles
    Test number
    412402128091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass81,654 miles (+9,489)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    81,654 miles
    Test number
    753071307104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass72,165 miles (+14,882)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    72,165 miles
    Test number
    263481196286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass57,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    57,283 miles
    Test number
    433803206177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 MWA

Does LL03 MWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 MWA expired on 9 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 MWA?
The MOT on LL03 MWA expired on 9 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 MWA done?
LL03 MWA was recorded at 164,183 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2025, an average of 5,484 miles a year.
Has LL03 MWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 MWA has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LL03 MWA 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 LL03 MWA find?
LL03 MWA passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front tyre obviously under inflated; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush in arm, and 5 more.

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