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Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,987 cc

L18 LSOMOT history

L18 LSO is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 22 Sept 2010. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 104,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2024.

L18 LSO black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2025
Mileage
104,427 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 LSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
22 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 LSO was last recorded at 104,427 miles on 15 Oct 2024, 6,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,962 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
6,465 miles
Average per year
6,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 104,427 miles
  • 2023 – 97,962 miles
  • 2022 – 89,969 miles
  • 2021 – 83,682 miles
  • 2020 – 77,484 miles
  • 2019 – 69,285 miles
  • 2018 – 68,108 miles
  • 2017 – 65,375 miles
  • 2016 – 55,009 miles
  • 2015 – 46,643 miles
  • 2014 – 39,105 miles
  • 2013 – 34,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,427 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    104,427 miles
    Test number
    414735142456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail104,427 miles (+6,465)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,427 miles
    Test number
    688540228689
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass97,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,962 miles
    Test number
    468078408773
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail97,962 miles (+7,993)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,962 miles
    Test number
    173180799920
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass89,969 miles (+6,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    89,969 miles
    Test number
    583950087018
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass83,682 miles (+6,198)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    83,682 miles
    Test number
    957934839025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,484 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,484 miles
    Test number
    580138842117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail77,478 miles (+8,193)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,478 miles
    Test number
    409182300474
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass69,285 miles (+1,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,285 miles
    Test number
    683678320807
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass68,108 miles (+2,733)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    68,108 miles
    Test number
    207072731984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle level sensor link rod siezed
  11. Pass65,375 miles (+4,747)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,375 miles
    Test number
    551821049290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
  12. Pass60,628 miles (+5,619)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,628 miles
    Test number
    877214143771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    55,009 miles
    Test number
    478909745481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,009 miles (+8,366)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,009 miles
    Test number
    601744083834
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  15. Pass46,643 miles (+7,538)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    46,643 miles
    Test number
    545358105037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    39,105 miles
    Test number
    266169504072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,105 miles (+4,127)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,105 miles
    Test number
    858418004044
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  18. Pass34,978 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    34,978 miles
    Test number
    329055173256
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail34,978 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,978 miles
    Test number
    529285973246
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L18 LSO

Does L18 LSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 LSO expired on 18 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 LSO?
The MOT on L18 LSO expired on 18 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 LSO done?
L18 LSO was recorded at 104,427 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2024, an average of 6,293 miles a year.
Has L18 LSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 LSO has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L18 LSO 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 L18 LSO find?
L18 LSO passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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