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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 3,222 cc

LR05 VADMOT history

LR05 VAD is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 16 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 158,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

LR05 VAD blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
158,153 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 VAD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 VAD was last recorded at 158,153 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,112 miles · 18 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
7,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,153 miles
  • 2024 – 152,137 miles
  • 2023 – 146,515 miles
  • 2022 – 140,755 miles
  • 2021 – 135,641 miles
  • 2020 – 127,868 miles
  • 2019 – 114,488 miles
  • 2018 – 103,128 miles
  • 2017 – 92,417 miles
  • 2016 – 80,916 miles
  • 2015 – 72,209 miles
  • 2014 – 66,227 miles
  • 2013 – 57,432 miles
  • 2012 – 49,935 miles
  • 2011 – 43,616 miles
  • 2010 – 35,352 miles
  • 2009 – 28,810 miles
  • 2008 – 22,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,153 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting bracket corroded no longer secured to exhaust. Security not currently effectedRecorded 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Plastic sill covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,153 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    158,153 miles
    Test number
    846172786858
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting bracket corroded no longer secured to exhaust. Security not currently effected

  2. Fail158,112 miles (+5,975)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,112 miles
    Test number
    347851610580
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear ball joint pressed into hub (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass deteriorated but view to the rear still present (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear ball joint pressed into hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting bracket corroded no longer secured to exhaust. Security not currently effected

  3. Pass152,137 miles (+34)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    152,137 miles
    Test number
    302767396445
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Wing mirror discoloured.
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. Fail152,103 miles (+5,588)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,103 miles
    Test number
    153995383905
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Wing mirror discoloured.
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Pass146,515 miles (+5,760)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    146,515 miles
    Test number
    302157632106
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamp lenses becoming dull

  6. Pass140,755 miles (+105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,755 miles
    Test number
    495677839451
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail140,650 miles (+5,009)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,650 miles
    Test number
    190974418649
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass135,641 miles (+220)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,641 miles
    Test number
    342022780806
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers and under trays fitted

  9. Fail135,421 miles (+7,553)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,421 miles
    Test number
    189298894505
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers and under trays fitted

  10. Pass127,868 miles (+13,380)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    127,868 miles
    Test number
    843085150381
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHand brake reading low on n/s
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers and under trays fitted

  11. Pass114,488 miles (+463)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,488 miles
    Test number
    237586201198
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

  12. Fail114,025 miles (+10,897)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,025 miles
    Test number
    561227053207
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side little effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn/wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

  13. Pass103,128 miles (+10,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    103,128 miles
    Test number
    585582498837
    • Advisory1/ unable to check outer sills fully due to sill covers

  14. Pass92,417 miles (+11,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,417 miles
    Test number
    273913180617
    • Advisory1/ unable to check outer sills fully due to sill covers

  15. Pass80,916 miles (+8,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    80,916 miles
    Test number
    247956687622
    • Advisory1.outer sills not tested due to plastic covers fitted

  16. Pass72,209 miles (+5,982)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,209 miles
    Test number
    335456555180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,227 miles (+8,795)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,227 miles
    Test number
    158461764192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass57,432 miles (+7,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,432 miles
    Test number
    658784713133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass49,935 miles (+6,319)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,935 miles
    Test number
    709812422199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,616 miles (+8,264)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,616 miles
    Test number
    495671731184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,352 miles (+6,542)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,352 miles
    Test number
    702403210119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,810 miles (+6,261)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    28,810 miles
    Test number
    132747609146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    22,549 miles
    Test number
    683653128110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 VAD

Does LR05 VAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 VAD is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR05 VAD?
The MOT on LR05 VAD is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 VAD done?
LR05 VAD was recorded at 158,153 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 7,720 miles a year.
Has LR05 VAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 VAD has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 VAD 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 LR05 VAD find?
LR05 VAD passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear exhaust mounting bracket corroded no longer secured to exhaust. security not currently effected.

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