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Black · Diesel · 2003 · 3,266 cc

LS53 PKEMOT history

LS53 PKE is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 25 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 109,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2024.

LS53 PKE black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2025
Mileage
109,050 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 PKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,266 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 PKE was last recorded at 109,050 miles on 22 Jul 2024, 260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,790 miles · 17 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
260 miles
Average per year
4,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,050 miles
  • 2022 – 108,790 miles
  • 2021 – 107,557 miles
  • 2019 – 101,663 miles
  • 2018 – 95,842 miles
  • 2017 – 89,040 miles
  • 2016 – 81,421 miles
  • 2015 – 76,587 miles
  • 2014 – 71,395 miles
  • 2013 – 65,799 miles
  • 2012 – 56,402 miles
  • 2011 – 49,352 miles
  • 2010 – 43,162 miles
  • 2009 – 38,680 miles
  • 2008 – 34,240 miles
  • 2007 – 31,197 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,050 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • 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 Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,050 miles (+260)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    109,050 miles
    Test number
    902965256259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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 Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass108,790 miles (+1,233)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    108,790 miles
    Test number
    732292406852
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass107,557 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    107,557 miles
    Test number
    461140004541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass171,950 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    171,950 km
    Test number
    334446792471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail171,950 km1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,950 km
    Test number
    594851145640
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass101,663 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    101,663 miles
    Test number
    831336954587
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail101,663 miles (+5,821)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,663 miles
    Test number
    728334362701
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front... (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn the one attached to the shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass95,842 miles (+6,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    95,842 miles
    Test number
    135609447074
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass89,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,040 miles
    Test number
    611154841063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,040 miles (+7,619)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,040 miles
    Test number
    267439043457
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass81,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    81,421 miles
    Test number
    906015630578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail81,421 miles (+4,834)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,421 miles
    Test number
    763216164255
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  13. Pass76,587 miles (+5,192)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    76,587 miles
    Test number
    526737985059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,395 miles (+5,596)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    71,395 miles
    Test number
    188716384022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass65,799 miles (+9,397)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    65,799 miles
    Test number
    577926383064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass56,402 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,402 miles
    Test number
    258374282003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,392 miles (+7,040)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,392 miles
    Test number
    425743982086
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass49,352 miles (+6,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,352 miles
    Test number
    745698881062
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass43,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,162 miles
    Test number
    531609120054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,162 miles (+4,482)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,162 miles
    Test number
    161877020093
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass38,680 miles (+4,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,680 miles
    Test number
    183111039074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass34,240 miles (+3,043)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,240 miles
    Test number
    200388808027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,197 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,197 miles
    Test number
    344209307040
    • 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 Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about LS53 PKE

Does LS53 PKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 PKE expired on 21 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 PKE?
The MOT on LS53 PKE expired on 21 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 PKE done?
LS53 PKE was recorded at 109,050 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2024, an average of 4,440 miles a year.
Has LS53 PKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 PKE has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on LS53 PKE 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 LS53 PKE find?
LS53 PKE passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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