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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 3,199 cc

LS53 HMVMOT history

LS53 HMV is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 17 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2022 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,487 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2023.

LS53 HMV blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2022
Mileage
117,487 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 HMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS53 HMV was last recorded at 117,487 miles on 12 Jul 2023, 2,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Oct 2011: 70,675 miles, lower than 570,414 miles on 16 Oct 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
114,791 miles · 15 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
2,696 miles
Average per year
6,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,487 miles
  • 2021 – 114,791 miles
  • 2019 – 110,114 miles
  • 2018 – 107,637 miles
  • 2017 – 101,210 miles
  • 2016 – 99,612 miles
  • 2015 – 98,289 miles
  • 2014 – 95,504 miles
  • 2013 – 92,004 miles
  • 2012 – 82,489 miles
  • 2011 – 70,675 miles
  • 2010 – 570,414 miles
  • 2009 – 41,076 miles
  • 2008 – 27,492 miles
  • 2007 – 19,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,487 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,487 miles (+2,696)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,487 miles
    Test number
    745141751034
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,791 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    114,791 miles
    Test number
    367741348472
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail114,787 miles (+4,673)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,787 miles
    Test number
    129707080983
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,114 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,114 miles
    Test number
    578850886526
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail110,109 miles (+2,472)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,109 miles
    Test number
    898632575902
    • 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 Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass107,637 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    107,637 miles
    Test number
    402867533507
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail107,627 miles (+6,417)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,627 miles
    Test number
    490205723310
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass101,210 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    101,210 miles
    Test number
    628535130791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,612 miles (+1,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    99,612 miles
    Test number
    339660790546
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass98,289 miles (+2,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    98,289 miles
    Test number
    475474581881
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking

  11. Pass95,504 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    95,504 miles
    Test number
    397514774205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,473 miles (+3,469)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,473 miles
    Test number
    417932474296
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass92,004 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    92,004 miles
    Test number
    986041083249
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Fail91,999 miles (+9,510)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,999 miles
    Test number
    539630883298
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass82,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,489 miles
    Test number
    279133972481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,489 miles (+11,814)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,489 miles
    Test number
    589563172143
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass70,675 miles (-499,739)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,675 miles
    Test number
    268936081281
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass570,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    570,414 miles
    Test number
    651949580218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail570,414 miles (+529,338)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    570,414 miles
    Test number
    651178480268
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass41,076 miles (+13,584)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    41,076 miles
    Test number
    291626179294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass27,492 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,492 miles
    Test number
    692160098247
    • NoteCovers fitted under car

  22. Fail27,492 miles (+7,892)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,492 miles
    Test number
    344000998212
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteCovers fitted under car

  23. Pass19,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    19,600 miles
    Test number
    562322707330
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about LS53 HMV

Does LS53 HMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 HMV expired on 14 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 HMV?
The MOT on LS53 HMV expired on 14 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 HMV done?
LS53 HMV was recorded at 117,487 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2023, an average of 6,234 miles a year.
Has LS53 HMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 HMV has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 HMV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Oct 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 HMV find?
LS53 HMV failed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2023 with 4 major defects and 2 minor defects: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken, and 3 more.

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