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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T297 LBCMOT history

T297 LBC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 64,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2023
Mileage
64,838 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T297 LBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T297 LBC was last recorded at 64,838 miles on 29 Sept 2022, 2,448 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,390 miles · 1 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,448 miles
Average per year
2,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 64,838 miles
  • 2021 – 62,390 miles
  • 2020 – 59,888 miles
  • 2019 – 54,825 miles
  • 2018 – 52,175 miles
  • 2017 – 48,881 miles
  • 2016 – 45,643 miles
  • 2015 – 41,932 miles
  • 2014 – 40,044 miles
  • 2013 – 38,274 miles
  • 2012 – 36,639 miles
  • 2011 – 34,207 miles
  • 2010 – 32,277 miles
  • 2009 – 30,299 miles
  • 2008 – 29,657 miles
  • 2007 – 29,138 miles
  • 2006 – 28,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,838 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear 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.

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,838 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,838 miles
    Test number
    188857833724
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail64,822 miles (+2,432)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,822 miles
    Test number
    949455395258
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,390 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,390 miles
    Test number
    485220050077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail62,376 miles (+2,488)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,376 miles
    Test number
    264976323851
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass59,888 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    59,888 miles
    Test number
    739162271761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail59,887 miles (+5,062)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,887 miles
    Test number
    593613310302
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass54,825 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,825 miles
    Test number
    703975887277
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail54,825 miles (+2,650)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,825 miles
    Test number
    630174929403
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass52,175 miles (+3,294)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    52,175 miles
    Test number
    797894712781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,881 miles (+3,238)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,881 miles
    Test number
    523139342464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,643 miles (+3,711)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,643 miles
    Test number
    309743569369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,932 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    41,932 miles
    Test number
    698518695007
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Fail41,901 miles (+1,857)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,901 miles
    Test number
    639787295048
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Fail40,044 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,044 miles
    Test number
    386761784048
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s & n/s rear tyres deteriorated

  15. Pass40,044 miles (+1,770)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,044 miles
    Test number
    769741184087
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s & n/s rear tyres deteriorated

  16. Pass38,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,274 miles
    Test number
    758402293048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,274 miles (+1,635)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,274 miles
    Test number
    879672293047
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass36,639 miles (+2,432)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,639 miles
    Test number
    597200392061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,207 miles (+1,930)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    34,207 miles
    Test number
    456367871045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,277 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,277 miles
    Test number
    914371390014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,299 miles (+642)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    30,299 miles
    Test number
    120370879454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,657 miles (+519)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    29,657 miles
    Test number
    604302588022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,138 miles (+881)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,138 miles
    Test number
    161947297080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,257 miles
    Test number
    743107276009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T297 LBC

Does T297 LBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T297 LBC expired on 30 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T297 LBC?
The MOT on T297 LBC expired on 30 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T297 LBC done?
T297 LBC was recorded at 64,838 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2022, an average of 2,212 miles a year.
Has T297 LBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T297 LBC has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T297 LBC 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 T297 LBC find?
T297 LBC passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear coil spring corroded.

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