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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 3,498 cc

LS05 VJAMOT history

LS05 VJA is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 17 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 125,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

LS05 VJA blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
125,200 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 VJA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 VJA was last recorded at 125,200 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,155 miles · 13 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
5,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,200 miles
  • 2025 – 119,550 miles
  • 2024 – 113,161 miles
  • 2023 – 105,726 miles
  • 2022 – 99,113 miles
  • 2021 – 92,760 miles
  • 2020 – 86,435 miles
  • 2019 – 85,199 miles
  • 2018 – 84,269 miles
  • 2017 – 81,259 miles
  • 2016 – 76,244 miles
  • 2015 – 72,448 miles
  • 2014 – 68,918 miles
  • 2013 – 64,207 miles
  • 2012 – 57,987 miles
  • 2011 – 49,838 miles
  • 2010 – 33,331 miles
  • 2008 – 22,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,200 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both side (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Rear Exhaust system insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,200 miles (+45)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    125,200 miles
    Test number
    300120359838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail125,155 miles (+5,605)3 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,155 miles
    Test number
    959405978679
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass119,550 miles (+6,389)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    119,550 miles
    Test number
    633527858490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass113,161 miles (+7,435)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    113,161 miles
    Test number
    550439611174
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is weraing on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass105,726 miles (+6,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,726 miles
    Test number
    289479834642
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass99,113 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    99,113 miles
    Test number
    385835501851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Fail99,113 miles (+6,353)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,113 miles
    Test number
    983410068344
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass92,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    92,760 miles
    Test number
    426776688211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail92,760 miles (+6,325)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,760 miles
    Test number
    588808340561
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  10. Pass86,435 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,435 miles
    Test number
    873606707697
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Centre (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Offside front (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Rear seats
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe slightly corroded
  11. Fail86,435 miles (+1,236)2 dangerous1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,435 miles
    Test number
    544875774137
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working Offside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Centre (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Offside front (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Offside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Rear seats
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe slightly corroded
  12. Pass85,199 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,199 miles
    Test number
    979568703754
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Fail85,199 miles (+930)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,199 miles
    Test number
    734110844862
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  14. Pass84,269 miles (+3,010)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    84,269 miles
    Test number
    845410595403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall cracks
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear both Tyres sidewall cracks
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass81,259 miles (+5,015)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    81,259 miles
    Test number
    354525789992
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both side (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread and rear (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass76,244 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,244 miles
    Test number
    478799258744
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both side (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate faded but not likely to be misread both front and rear (6.3.1d)
  17. Fail76,240 miles (+3,792)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,240 miles
    Test number
    885899257353
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both side (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate faded but not likely to be misread both front and rear (6.3.1d)
  18. Pass72,448 miles (+3,530)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,448 miles
    Test number
    108312345148
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on shoulders and cracking
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smeary
    • NoteOffside front fog light damaged
  19. Pass68,918 miles (+4,711)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    68,918 miles
    Test number
    798233944164
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAll tyres perishing
    • NoteBattery light on indicating fault
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and lipped
    • NoteNearside front brake pipe corroded
  20. Pass64,207 miles (+121)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,207 miles
    Test number
    828995533196
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen 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
    • NoteBattery symbol lit up in red on dash with the warning message 'visit workshop'
    • NoteWinter tyres fitted all round
  21. Fail64,086 miles (+6,099)2 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,086 miles
    Test number
    276268123120
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen 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
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBattery symbol lit up in red on dash with the warning message 'visit workshop'
    • NoteWinter tyres fitted all round
  22. Pass57,987 miles (+8,149)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,987 miles
    Test number
    807936132151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  23. Pass49,838 miles (+16,507)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,838 miles
    Test number
    127464231114
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
  24. Pass33,331 miles (+10,890)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    33,331 miles
    Test number
    892068740109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass22,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,441 miles
    Test number
    101155858127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 VJA

Does LS05 VJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 VJA is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 VJA?
The MOT on LS05 VJA is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 VJA done?
LS05 VJA was recorded at 125,200 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 5,595 miles a year.
Has LS05 VJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 VJA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 VJA 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 LS05 VJA find?
LS05 VJA passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 1 more.

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