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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

L55 LKNMOT history

L55 LKN is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 10 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 88,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

L55 LKN black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
88,032 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 LKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
10 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 LKN was last recorded at 88,032 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 2,249 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,783 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,249 miles
Average per year
6,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,032 miles
  • 2024 – 85,783 miles
  • 2023 – 82,230 miles
  • 2022 – 77,913 miles
  • 2021 – 71,578 miles
  • 2020 – 65,817 miles
  • 2019 – 54,657 miles
  • 2018 – 42,735 miles
  • 2017 – 31,195 miles
  • 2016 – 28,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,032 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 5 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,032 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    88,032 miles
    Test number
    320167173855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail88,032 miles (+2,249)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,032 miles
    Test number
    129907595184
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass85,783 miles (+3,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    85,783 miles
    Test number
    600487652635
    • 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))

  4. Pass82,230 miles (+4,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    82,230 miles
    Test number
    373092043786
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass77,913 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    77,913 miles
    Test number
    207999110004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail77,913 miles (+6,335)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,913 miles
    Test number
    134787815613
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Pass71,578 miles (+5,761)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    71,578 miles
    Test number
    298184579333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,817 miles (+11,160)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,817 miles
    Test number
    168882619469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,657 miles (+11,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    615816961933
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass42,735 miles (+11,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    42,735 miles
    Test number
    167673289821
    • AdvisoryUndertrays &engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  11. Pass31,195 miles (+2,344)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    31,195 miles
    Test number
    509494387232
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underbody components

  12. Pass28,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    28,851 miles
    Test number
    332615482356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 LKN

Does L55 LKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 LKN is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L55 LKN?
The MOT on L55 LKN is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 LKN done?
L55 LKN was recorded at 88,032 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 6,470 miles a year.
Has L55 LKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 LKN has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L55 LKN 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 L55 LKN find?
L55 LKN passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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