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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LM03 DWNMOT history

LM03 DWN is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 6 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 83,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

LM03 DWN blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
83,773 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 DWN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 DWN was last recorded at 83,773 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 1,330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 May 2021: 78,293 miles, lower than 122,423 miles on 30 Jun 2020.

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
82,443 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,330 miles
Average per year
3,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,773 miles
  • 2025 – 82,443 miles
  • 2024 – 81,042 miles
  • 2023 – 80,102 miles
  • 2022 – 78,971 miles
  • 2021 – 78,293 miles
  • 2020 – 122,423 miles
  • 2019 – 74,299 miles
  • 2018 – 72,979 miles
  • 2017 – 70,383 miles
  • 2016 – 67,085 miles
  • 2015 – 63,546 miles
  • 2014 – 59,784 miles
  • 2013 – 55,325 miles
  • 2012 – 50,673 miles
  • 2011 – 46,850 miles
  • 2010 – 42,716 miles
  • 2009 – 36,359 miles
  • 2008 – 29,629 miles
  • 2007 – 24,513 miles
  • 2006 – 17,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,773 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,773 miles (+1,330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    83,773 miles
    Test number
    475721584764
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass82,443 miles (+1,401)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    82,443 miles
    Test number
    336363331647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,042 miles
    Test number
    471143606460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail81,042 miles (+940)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,042 miles
    Test number
    596518520818
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass80,102 miles (+1,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    80,102 miles
    Test number
    592072024441
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe rusty
  6. Pass78,971 miles (+678)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    78,971 miles
    Test number
    550695348436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,293 miles (-44,130)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    78,293 miles
    Test number
    355915090896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,423 miles (+48,124)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    122,423 miles
    Test number
    212732714410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,299 miles (+1,320)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,299 miles
    Test number
    376848595403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,979 miles (+2,596)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    72,979 miles
    Test number
    924959784975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    70,383 miles
    Test number
    141264595010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,383 miles (+3,298)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,383 miles
    Test number
    585410940017
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  13. Pass67,085 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,085 miles
    Test number
    309900253737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,546 miles (+3,762)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    63,546 miles
    Test number
    297267025895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,784 miles (+4,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,784 miles
    Test number
    968961624304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass55,325 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    55,325 miles
    Test number
    399161603370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,307 miles (+4,634)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,307 miles
    Test number
    369878493470
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteE.m.l light on dash
  18. Pass50,673 miles (+3,823)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,673 miles
    Test number
    427497002393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    46,850 miles
    Test number
    589992801337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,850 miles (+4,134)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,850 miles
    Test number
    335981101344
    • 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)
  21. Pass42,716 miles (+6,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    42,716 miles
    Test number
    300786710390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass36,359 miles (+6,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    36,359 miles
    Test number
    343249169241
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass29,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,629 miles
    Test number
    800715158281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,629 miles (+5,116)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,629 miles
    Test number
    530174158268
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
  25. Pass24,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,513 miles
    Test number
    383588257289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail24,513 miles (+4)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,513 miles
    Test number
    753528557210
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  27. Fail24,509 miles (+7,018)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,509 miles
    Test number
    910227857205
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  28. Pass17,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    17,491 miles
    Test number
    964578336186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 DWN

Does LM03 DWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 DWN is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 DWN?
The MOT on LM03 DWN is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 DWN done?
LM03 DWN was recorded at 83,773 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 3,307 miles a year.
Has LM03 DWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 DWN has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LM03 DWN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 May 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM03 DWN find?
LM03 DWN passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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