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Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,685 cc

LS54 CMKMOT history

LS54 CMK is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 4 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 215,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2023.

LS54 CMK black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2023
Mileage
215,203 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 CMK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS54 CMK was last recorded at 215,203 miles on 23 Nov 2023, 4,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,494 miles · 14 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
4,709 miles
Average per year
11,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 215,203 miles
  • 2022 – 210,494 miles
  • 2021 – 208,043 miles
  • 2020 – 203,883 miles
  • 2019 – 203,151 miles
  • 2018 – 197,539 miles
  • 2017 – 191,667 miles
  • 2016 – 189,631 miles
  • 2015 – 185,583 miles
  • 2014 – 176,531 miles
  • 2013 – 170,824 miles
  • 2012 – 163,503 miles
  • 2011 – 142,519 miles
  • 2010 – 109,868 miles
  • 2009 – 74,270 miles
  • 2008 – 36,801 miles
  • 2007 – 32,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail215,203 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill plus floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended reciever faulty (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail215,203 miles (+4,709)16 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,203 miles
    Test number
    274519796662
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill plus floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended reciever faulty (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass210,494 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    210,494 miles
    Test number
    190568855649
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail210,458 miles (+2,415)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,458 miles
    Test number
    323529810579
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass208,043 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    208,043 miles
    Test number
    123450964778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail208,004 miles (+4,121)2 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,004 miles
    Test number
    609239071876
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass203,883 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    203,883 miles
    Test number
    228809062696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail203,874 miles (+723)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,874 miles
    Test number
    510572449779
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn suspension arm that spring sits on (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded under plastic cover going to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass203,151 miles (+84)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    203,151 miles
    Test number
    740063405520
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail203,067 miles (+5,528)5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,067 miles
    Test number
    869449375236
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing 1 missing from each wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass197,539 miles (+5,872)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    197,539 miles
    Test number
    115013192140
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass191,667 miles (+2,036)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    191,667 miles
    Test number
    150024606253
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear arch corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays throughout

  12. Pass189,631 miles (+4,048)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    189,631 miles
    Test number
    717637366747
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass185,583 miles (+9,052)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    185,583 miles
    Test number
    463705302165
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both sides (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass176,531 miles (+5,707)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    176,531 miles
    Test number
    578819874207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass170,824 miles (+7,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    170,824 miles
    Test number
    536312283230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass163,503 miles (+20,984)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    163,503 miles
    Test number
    325495482213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass142,519 miles (+1,038)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    142,519 miles
    Test number
    629515081225
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteOffside front suspension creaking

  18. Fail141,481 miles (+31,613)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,481 miles
    Test number
    276187271238
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteOffside front suspension creaking

  19. Pass109,868 miles (+35,598)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    109,868 miles
    Test number
    773219670264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,270 miles (+37,469)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    74,270 miles
    Test number
    914767769220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,801 miles (+3,865)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,801 miles
    Test number
    392108868421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    32,936 miles
    Test number
    453620817466
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS54 CMK

Does LS54 CMK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 CMK expired on 23 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 CMK?
The MOT on LS54 CMK expired on 23 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 CMK done?
LS54 CMK was recorded at 215,203 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2023, an average of 11,359 miles a year.
Has LS54 CMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 CMK has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS54 CMK 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 LS54 CMK find?
LS54 CMK failed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2023 with 16 major defects: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded under bonnet, and 13 more.

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