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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LR03 HTZMOT history

LR03 HTZ is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 19 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 112,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LR03 HTZ silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
112,602 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 HTZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 HTZ was last recorded at 112,602 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,590 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,602 miles
  • 2024 – 111,165 miles
  • 2019 – 100,010 miles
  • 2017 – 99,792 miles
  • 2016 – 97,634 miles
  • 2015 – 93,986 miles
  • 2014 – 89,614 miles
  • 2013 – 80,056 miles
  • 2012 – 73,880 miles
  • 2011 – 67,034 miles
  • 2010 – 59,366 miles
  • 2009 – 50,330 miles
  • 2008 – 41,581 miles
  • 2007 – 29,907 miles
  • 2006 – 20,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,602 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,602 miles (+12)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    112,602 miles
    Test number
    204682781567
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail112,590 miles (+1,425)3 dangerous2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,590 miles
    Test number
    617532431013
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,165 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    111,165 miles
    Test number
    666878384716
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail111,154 miles (+11,144)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,154 miles
    Test number
    491428418030
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass100,010 miles (+218)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,010 miles
    Test number
    537815265556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,792 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    99,792 miles
    Test number
    286745978682
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Fail99,792 miles (+2,158)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,792 miles
    Test number
    945606292021
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Pass97,634 miles (+3,648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,634 miles
    Test number
    419753693511
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre starting to wear low
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass93,986 miles (+4,372)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    93,986 miles
    Test number
    137238780467
    • AdvisoryAll front suspension bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass89,614 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,614 miles
    Test number
    917304604334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteGlow plug light on

  11. Fail89,614 miles (+9,558)2 dangerous5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,614 miles
    Test number
    649204304394
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteGlow plug light on

  12. Pass80,056 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    80,056 miles
    Test number
    706310853139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,033 miles (+6,153)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,033 miles
    Test number
    178259043122
    • DangerousIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Fail73,880 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,880 miles
    Test number
    105303152123
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass73,880 miles (+6,846)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    73,880 miles
    Test number
    736133552128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,034 miles (+7,668)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,034 miles
    Test number
    415221851122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  17. Pass59,366 miles (+9,036)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,366 miles
    Test number
    254818440440
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly worn on edge.

  18. Pass50,330 miles (+8,749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,330 miles
    Test number
    471149349194
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass41,581 miles (+11,674)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,581 miles
    Test number
    843700048107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,907 miles (+9,493)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    29,907 miles
    Test number
    290580257190
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  21. Pass20,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,414 miles
    Test number
    984105166156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 HTZ

Does LR03 HTZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR03 HTZ is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR03 HTZ?
The MOT on LR03 HTZ is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR03 HTZ done?
LR03 HTZ was recorded at 112,602 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 4,558 miles a year.
Has LR03 HTZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 HTZ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR03 HTZ 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 LR03 HTZ find?
LR03 HTZ passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive.

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