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Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 3,222 cc

LS04 SDXMOT history

LS04 SDX is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 18 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 171,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2025.

LS04 SDX grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2025
Mileage
171,189 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 SDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS04 SDX was last recorded at 171,189 miles on 24 Jul 2025, 2,173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,016 miles · 28 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,173 miles
Average per year
7,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,189 miles
  • 2024 – 169,016 miles
  • 2023 – 165,002 miles
  • 2022 – 157,778 miles
  • 2021 – 153,741 miles
  • 2020 – 151,337 miles
  • 2019 – 145,608 miles
  • 2018 – 140,555 miles
  • 2017 – 136,868 miles
  • 2016 – 129,528 miles
  • 2015 – 122,520 miles
  • 2014 – 113,742 miles
  • 2013 – 105,337 miles
  • 2012 – 98,808 miles
  • 2011 – 89,262 miles
  • 2010 – 77,654 miles
  • 2009 – 65,007 miles
  • 2008 – 53,351 miles
  • 2007 – 41,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail171,189 miles
  • DangerousOffside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture rear of full length (1.1.11 (a))
  • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system rear of full length (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear of full length (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail171,189 miles (+2,173)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,189 miles
    Test number
    406983556800
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture rear of full length (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system rear of full length (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded rear of full length (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass169,016 miles (+4,014)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    169,016 miles
    Test number
    148664456978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass165,002 miles (+7,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    165,002 miles
    Test number
    597092983798
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,778 miles (+4,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,778 miles
    Test number
    430879507096
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass153,741 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    153,741 miles
    Test number
    881663097578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass151,337 miles (+5,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    151,337 miles
    Test number
    403124837635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass145,608 miles (+5,053)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    145,608 miles
    Test number
    833725607784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE PADS SLIGHTLY LOW

  8. Pass140,555 miles (+3,687)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    140,555 miles
    Test number
    853385411291
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass136,868 miles (+7,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,868 miles
    Test number
    883957766270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass129,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    129,528 miles
    Test number
    165937023167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail129,528 miles (+7,008)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,528 miles
    Test number
    723226423186
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass122,520 miles (+8,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    122,520 miles
    Test number
    340863634973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush FRONT INNER (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass113,742 miles (+8,405)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    113,742 miles
    Test number
    375460944439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,337 miles (+6,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    105,337 miles
    Test number
    828176223269
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass98,808 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    98,808 miles
    Test number
    709242142298
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Fail98,808 miles (+9,546)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,808 miles
    Test number
    598671342216
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass89,262 miles (+11,608)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    89,262 miles
    Test number
    267004141278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,654 miles (+12,647)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    77,654 miles
    Test number
    614903040227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,007 miles (+11,656)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,007 miles
    Test number
    491437139241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,351 miles (+11,649)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    53,351 miles
    Test number
    852111428213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,702 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,702 miles
    Test number
    651784037221
    • 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)

Questions about LS04 SDX

Does LS04 SDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS04 SDX expired on 31 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS04 SDX?
The MOT on LS04 SDX expired on 31 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS04 SDX done?
LS04 SDX was recorded at 171,189 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2025, an average of 7,225 miles a year.
Has LS04 SDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 SDX has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LS04 SDX 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 LS04 SDX find?
LS04 SDX failed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2025 with 2 dangerous defects and 3 major defects: offside brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture rear of full length; offside brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system rear of full length; nearside brake pipe excessively corroded rear of full length, and 2 more.

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