2003 Mercedes-Benz E 2.7L Diesel · KD53 DTV
2003 Mercedes-Benz E (2.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 157,962 miles. MOT valid until 04 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,962 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KD53 DTV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2025
- 157,962 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KD53 DTV 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 (KD53 DTV) between September 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 October 2025 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: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge worn away showing inner case (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn main lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))”.
KD53 DTV Mileage History
- 21/09/2023141,907 mi
- 17/09/2024151,648 mi+9,741 mi
- 22/10/2024151,911 mi+263 mi
- 05/11/2024152,010 mi+99 mi
- 22/10/2025157,962 mi+5,952 mi
Average of roughly 7,695 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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