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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 3,222 cc

LM54 DGYMOT history

LM54 DGY is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 18 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 177,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

LM54 DGY blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
177,964 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DGY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 DGY was last recorded at 177,964 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 8,418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,546 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,418 miles
Average per year
8,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,964 miles
  • 2025 – 169,546 miles
  • 2024 – 156,675 miles
  • 2023 – 150,473 miles
  • 2022 – 143,898 miles
  • 2021 – 135,512 miles
  • 2020 – 125,065 miles
  • 2019 – 116,038 miles
  • 2018 – 109,318 miles
  • 2017 – 101,537 miles
  • 2016 – 92,836 miles
  • 2015 – 87,098 miles
  • 2014 – 80,696 miles
  • 2013 – 71,938 miles
  • 2012 – 66,739 miles
  • 2011 – 60,479 miles
  • 2010 – 54,006 miles
  • 2009 – 43,730 miles
  • 2008 – 37,884 miles
  • 2007 – 28,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,964 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

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

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,964 miles (+8,418)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    177,964 miles
    Test number
    150338046141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass169,546 miles (+319)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    169,546 miles
    Test number
    788990077948
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail169,227 miles (+12,552)1 dangerous2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,227 miles
    Test number
    975870489195
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass156,675 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    156,675 miles
    Test number
    607073491867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail156,674 miles (+6,201)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,674 miles
    Test number
    955512325562
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass150,473 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    150,473 miles
    Test number
    472678491743
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail150,473 miles (+6,575)2 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,473 miles
    Test number
    533228191693
    • MajorOffside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass143,898 miles (+8,386)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    143,898 miles
    Test number
    216997952606
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass135,512 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,512 miles
    Test number
    885094798606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail135,512 miles (+10,447)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,512 miles
    Test number
    547925071871
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass125,065 miles (+9,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,065 miles
    Test number
    487141030112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass116,038 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,038 miles
    Test number
    575014737450
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Fail116,038 miles (+6,720)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,038 miles
    Test number
    489009967581
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass109,318 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    109,318 miles
    Test number
    256721261189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack inner tie rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Fail109,317 miles (+7,780)2 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,317 miles
    Test number
    696588751836
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack inner tie rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass101,537 miles (+8,701)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    101,537 miles
    Test number
    901589659756
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass92,836 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,836 miles
    Test number
    965363654731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn smooth outer & inner edges/sides

  18. Fail92,836 miles (+5,738)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,836 miles
    Test number
    329066606154
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn smooth outer & inner edges/sides
    • AdvisoryFront wipers worn/smearing

  19. Pass87,098 miles (+6,402)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    87,098 miles
    Test number
    875607985104
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn smooth outer & inner edges

  20. Pass80,696 miles (+8,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,696 miles
    Test number
    257773854318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass71,938 miles (+5,199)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    71,938 miles
    Test number
    415089023435
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass66,739 miles (+6,260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,739 miles
    Test number
    135283332334
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass60,479 miles (+6,473)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,479 miles
    Test number
    347241441312
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp glass broken

  24. Pass54,006 miles (+10,276)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    54,006 miles
    Test number
    103216010336
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  25. Pass43,730 miles (+5,846)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    43,730 miles
    Test number
    104014139346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,884 miles (+9,028)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,884 miles
    Test number
    351013348318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,856 miles
    Test number
    201431657337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 DGY

Does LM54 DGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 DGY is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DGY?
The MOT on LM54 DGY is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 DGY done?
LM54 DGY was recorded at 177,964 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 8,135 miles a year.
Has LM54 DGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DGY has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 DGY 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 DGY find?
LM54 DGY passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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