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Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 3,222 cc

LX04 RSVMOT history

LX04 RSV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 5 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 210,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

LX04 RSV silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2025
Mileage
210,363 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX04 RSV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX04 RSV was last recorded at 210,363 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 12,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,452 miles · 17 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
12,911 miles
Average per year
8,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,363 miles
  • 2024 – 197,452 miles
  • 2022 – 171,925 miles
  • 2021 – 165,424 miles
  • 2020 – 162,519 miles
  • 2019 – 158,216 miles
  • 2017 – 145,182 miles
  • 2016 – 136,385 miles
  • 2015 – 121,481 miles
  • 2014 – 118,194 miles
  • 2013 – 109,697 miles
  • 2012 – 99,702 miles
  • 2011 – 87,839 miles
  • 2010 – 76,117 miles
  • 2009 – 66,470 miles
  • 2008 – 59,589 miles
  • 2007 – 52,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail210,363 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail210,363 miles (+12,911)2 dangerous13 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,363 miles
    Test number
    407444166774
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass197,452 miles (+25,527)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    197,452 miles
    Test number
    454535613985
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slice in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryDamage to front of vehicle
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  3. Pass171,925 miles (+2,203)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    171,925 miles
    Test number
    752123890339
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn edges. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass169,722 miles (+4,298)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    169,722 miles
    Test number
    188480921704
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass165,424 miles (+2,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    165,424 miles
    Test number
    400081354719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass162,519 miles (+4,303)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    162,519 miles
    Test number
    290552643541
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass158,216 miles (+13,034)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    158,216 miles
    Test number
    119545859322
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both. (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass145,182 miles (+8,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    145,182 miles
    Test number
    243951597959
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both. (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass136,385 miles (+14,904)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    136,385 miles
    Test number
    828832428838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,481 miles (+3,287)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    121,481 miles
    Test number
    797849555160
    • NoteO/s/f brake binding slightly
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

  11. Pass118,194 miles (+21)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    118,194 miles
    Test number
    259766784480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f brake slightly binding

  12. Fail118,173 miles (+8,476)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,173 miles
    Test number
    309015784173
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteO/s parking brake effort well below that of the n/s

  13. Pass109,697 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    109,697 miles
    Test number
    485392663152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail109,696 miles (+9,994)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,696 miles
    Test number
    346372463141
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass99,702 miles (+11,863)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    99,702 miles
    Test number
    268408282080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,839 miles (+11,722)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    87,839 miles
    Test number
    269696471035
    • NoteN/s lower ball joint dust cover split

  17. Pass76,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    76,117 miles
    Test number
    963780790058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,112 miles (+9,642)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,112 miles
    Test number
    901310490045
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre side wall starting to crack and wearing on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

  19. Pass66,470 miles (+6,881)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    66,470 miles
    Test number
    213970399043
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre inner side wall splitting open

  20. Pass59,589 miles (+7,311)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,589 miles
    Test number
    971813698088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,278 miles
    Test number
    662807457018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,278 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,278 miles
    Test number
    230597757016
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteChip in screen zone A on limit of 10mm.front tyres low on edges.

Questions about LX04 RSV

Does LX04 RSV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX04 RSV expired on 16 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX04 RSV?
The MOT on LX04 RSV expired on 16 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX04 RSV done?
LX04 RSV was recorded at 210,363 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 8,265 miles a year.
Has LX04 RSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX04 RSV has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LX04 RSV 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 LX04 RSV find?
LX04 RSV failed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 13 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel; offside rear tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 15 more.

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