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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,597 cc

LM54 DFCMOT history

LM54 DFC is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 18 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 147,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

LM54 DFC blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
147,413 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DFC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 DFC was last recorded at 147,413 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,413 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,413 miles
  • 2025 – 134,129 miles
  • 2024 – 115,464 miles
  • 2023 – 103,207 miles
  • 2022 – 87,392 miles
  • 2021 – 70,687 miles
  • 2019 – 54,899 miles
  • 2018 – 53,244 miles
  • 2017 – 50,905 miles
  • 2016 – 48,266 miles
  • 2015 – 45,866 miles
  • 2014 – 42,863 miles
  • 2013 – 39,040 miles
  • 2012 – 34,579 miles
  • 2011 – 31,682 miles
  • 2010 – 29,392 miles
  • 2009 – 24,237 miles
  • 2008 – 18,787 miles
  • 2007 – 13,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,413 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracking / stone chip / scratches (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,413 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    147,413 miles
    Test number
    454841736994
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracking / stone chip / scratches (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail147,413 miles (+13,284)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,413 miles
    Test number
    444671693143
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracking / stone chip / scratches (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass134,129 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    134,129 miles
    Test number
    739549174740
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Fail134,128 miles (+18,664)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,128 miles
    Test number
    888680977973
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working Mirror side repeater damaged / not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Cracking (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass115,464 miles (+1)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    115,464 miles
    Test number
    459873499233
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail115,463 miles (+12,256)3 dangerous3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,463 miles
    Test number
    320958995989
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm CORDS SHOWING (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass103,207 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    103,207 miles
    Test number
    882759169511
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Mirror lens cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Two cuts and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective Cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail103,207 miles (+15,815)2 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,207 miles
    Test number
    874952774025
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Friction material separated (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Mirror lens cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Two cuts and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective Cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass87,392 miles (+132)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    87,392 miles
    Test number
    716411904742
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking slightly (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking slightly (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays obscuring testable items
  10. Fail87,260 miles (+16,573)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,260 miles
    Test number
    375337728739
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking slightly (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking slightly (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays obscuring testable items
  11. Pass70,687 miles (+72)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    70,687 miles
    Test number
    375677874523
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  12. Fail70,615 miles (+15,716)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,615 miles
    Test number
    523236618385
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  13. Pass54,899 miles (+1,655)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,899 miles
    Test number
    935773449087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,244 miles (+2,339)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    53,244 miles
    Test number
    101141554488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,905 miles (+2,639)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    50,905 miles
    Test number
    513549841259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,266 miles (+2,400)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    48,266 miles
    Test number
    328651494679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,866 miles (+3,003)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,866 miles
    Test number
    388991457875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,863 miles (+1)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,863 miles
    Test number
    667552334388
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre to rear exhaust bracket broken
  19. Fail42,862 miles (+3,822)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,862 miles
    Test number
    406371934430
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre to rear exhaust bracket broken
  20. Pass39,040 miles (+4,461)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,040 miles
    Test number
    225673733358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  21. Pass34,579 miles (+2,897)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,579 miles
    Test number
    526053932371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  22. Pass31,682 miles (+2,290)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    31,682 miles
    Test number
    309825831359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,392 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    29,392 miles
    Test number
    903390040381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,390 miles (+5,153)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,390 miles
    Test number
    554027430318
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  25. Pass24,237 miles (+5,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    24,237 miles
    Test number
    893308939307
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass18,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,787 miles
    Test number
    401960148476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail18,787 miles (+4,979)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,787 miles
    Test number
    464500848373
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  28. Pass13,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,808 miles
    Test number
    880431047337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 DFC

Does LM54 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 DFC is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DFC?
The MOT on LM54 DFC is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 DFC done?
LM54 DFC was recorded at 147,413 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 7,218 miles a year.
Has LM54 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DFC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 DFC 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 LM54 DFC find?
LM54 DFC passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracking / stone chip / scratches; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking, and 1 more.

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