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Mercedes-Benz E

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LB12 ZGEMOT history

LB12 ZGE is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 103,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
103,066 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 ZGE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 ZGE was last recorded at 103,066 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,059 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
7,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,066 miles
  • 2025 – 103,059 miles
  • 2024 – 86,661 miles
  • 2023 – 77,302 miles
  • 2022 – 66,125 miles
  • 2021 – 59,325 miles
  • 2020 – 48,776 miles
  • 2019 – 40,460 miles
  • 2018 – 35,096 miles
  • 2017 – 32,334 miles
  • 2016 – 25,697 miles
  • 2015 – 21,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,066 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,066 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    103,066 miles
    Test number
    293635783851
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,059 miles (+7,363)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,059 miles
    Test number
    538816219049
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass95,696 miles (+9,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    95,696 miles
    Test number
    975805303545
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,661 miles (+9,359)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    86,661 miles
    Test number
    809565141832
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm 265/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass77,302 miles (+11,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    77,302 miles
    Test number
    908291537684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass66,125 miles (+6,800)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    66,125 miles
    Test number
    730595938902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,325 miles (+10,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    59,325 miles
    Test number
    171389128846
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass48,776 miles (+8,316)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    48,776 miles
    Test number
    764410372055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,460 miles (+5,364)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    40,460 miles
    Test number
    377616453657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass35,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,096 miles
    Test number
    639928830954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail35,095 miles (+2,761)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,095 miles
    Test number
    566307757060
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Pass32,334 miles (+6,637)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    32,334 miles
    Test number
    612312988471
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass25,697 miles (+4,179)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,697 miles
    Test number
    386477063549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    21,518 miles
    Test number
    289470715223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 ZGE

Does LB12 ZGE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 ZGE is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 ZGE?
The MOT on LB12 ZGE is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 ZGE done?
LB12 ZGE was recorded at 103,066 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 7,667 miles a year.
Has LB12 ZGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 ZGE has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 ZGE 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 LB12 ZGE find?
LB12 ZGE passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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