2003 Mercedes-Benz E 2.6L Petrol · DF52 AAV
2003 Mercedes-Benz E (2.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Jan 2003. Recorded mileage 254,672 km. MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Odometer
- 254,672 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DF52 AAV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/06/2026
- 254,672 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DF52 AAV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (DF52 AAV) between March 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
DF52 AAV Odometer History
- 28/03/2024247,773 km
- 28/03/2024247,773 km
- 01/04/2025253,040 km+5,267 km
- 03/04/2025253,042 km+2 km
- 18/06/2026254,672 km+1,630 km
Average of roughly 3,103 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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