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Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,685 cc

LX03 TNFMOT history

LX03 TNF is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 169,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

LX03 TNF blue Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
169,816 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 TNF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 TNF was last recorded at 169,816 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 11,922 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Jun 2015: 10,079 miles, lower than 95,589 miles on 6 Jun 2014.

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
157,894 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,922 miles
Average per year
6,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,816 miles
  • 2025 – 157,894 miles
  • 2024 – 147,438 miles
  • 2023 – 143,223 miles
  • 2022 – 142,390 miles
  • 2021 – 136,455 miles
  • 2020 – 125,808 miles
  • 2019 – 121,286 miles
  • 2018 – 116,120 miles
  • 2017 – 110,690 miles
  • 2016 – 106,046 miles
  • 2015 – 10,079 miles
  • 2014 – 95,589 miles
  • 2013 – 89,636 miles
  • 2012 – 83,411 miles
  • 2011 – 77,945 miles
  • 2010 – 72,155 miles
  • 2009 – 64,680 miles
  • 2008 – 55,778 miles
  • 2007 – 45,440 miles
  • 2006 – 31,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,816 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lamps (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively edges on discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring to check under neath components

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.

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,816 miles (+11,922)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    169,816 miles
    Test number
    583796495082
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively edges on discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring to check under neath components

  2. Pass157,894 miles (+10,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    157,894 miles
    Test number
    549066412832
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass147,438 miles (+4,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    147,438 miles
    Test number
    409608741731
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  4. Pass143,223 miles (+162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    143,223 miles
    Test number
    847704089364
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  5. Fail143,061 miles (+671)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,061 miles
    Test number
    341917690495
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass142,390 miles (+5,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    142,390 miles
    Test number
    105805904703
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Pass136,455 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    136,455 miles
    Test number
    700725072954
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheels (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail136,455 miles (+10,647)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,455 miles
    Test number
    857427430602
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both front wheels (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass125,808 miles (+4,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,808 miles
    Test number
    928918135640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass121,286 miles (+5,166)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    121,286 miles
    Test number
    711872630573
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge of tyre not seriuosly affected but close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass116,120 miles (+5,430)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    116,120 miles
    Test number
    201731445223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,690 miles (+4,644)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    110,690 miles
    Test number
    222339161687
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass106,046 miles (+95,967)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,046 miles
    Test number
    216836051635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass10,079 miles (-85,510)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    10,079 miles
    Test number
    448887055144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,589 miles (+51)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    95,589 miles
    Test number
    775527254129
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail95,538 miles (+5,902)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,538 miles
    Test number
    439566754197
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass89,636 miles (+6,225)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    89,636 miles
    Test number
    278522053156
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass83,411 miles (+5,466)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,411 miles
    Test number
    227872052113
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass77,945 miles (+5,790)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    77,945 miles
    Test number
    236591551414
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSRS light displayed
    • NoteCentre rear stop lamp dim

  20. Pass72,155 miles (+7,475)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    72,155 miles
    Test number
    392704150173
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOuter Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread cut slightly

  21. Pass64,680 miles (+8,902)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,680 miles
    Test number
    272380259165
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass55,778 miles (+10,338)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    55,778 miles
    Test number
    871291948113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,440 miles (+13,836)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,440 miles
    Test number
    354991207170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,604 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,604 miles
    Test number
    241048466041
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass31,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,604 miles
    Test number
    910288666053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 TNF

Does LX03 TNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX03 TNF is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX03 TNF?
The MOT on LX03 TNF is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX03 TNF done?
LX03 TNF was recorded at 169,816 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 6,812 miles a year.
Has LX03 TNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 TNF has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LX03 TNF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX03 TNF find?
LX03 TNF passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively edges on discs, and 2 more.

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