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Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LL08 FRCMOT history

LL08 FRC is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 23 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 189,858 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

LL08 FRC silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
189,858 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 FRC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 FRC was last recorded at 189,858 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 7,594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,264 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,594 miles
Average per year
9,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,858 miles
  • 2025 – 182,264 miles
  • 2024 – 176,820 miles
  • 2023 – 170,774 miles
  • 2022 – 162,835 miles
  • 2021 – 158,149 miles
  • 2020 – 151,707 miles
  • 2019 – 142,936 miles
  • 2018 – 134,671 miles
  • 2017 – 126,590 miles
  • 2016 – 120,222 miles
  • 2015 – 109,757 miles
  • 2014 – 96,201 miles
  • 2013 – 79,383 miles
  • 2012 – 66,813 miles
  • 2011 – 52,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,858 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,858 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    189,858 miles
    Test number
    324904000060
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail189,858 miles (+7,594)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,858 miles
    Test number
    140442006593
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass182,264 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    182,264 miles
    Test number
    168942142704
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail182,264 miles (+5,444)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,264 miles
    Test number
    144503992447
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass176,820 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    176,820 miles
    Test number
    752141144715
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail176,819 miles (+6,045)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,819 miles
    Test number
    335942014948
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass170,774 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    170,774 miles
    Test number
    437572163978
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail170,773 miles (+7,938)3 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,773 miles
    Test number
    705712193724
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass162,835 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    162,835 miles
    Test number
    464051437680
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail162,831 miles (+4,682)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,831 miles
    Test number
    804434648337
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass158,149 miles (+6,442)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    158,149 miles
    Test number
    512467602603
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass151,707 miles (+8,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    151,707 miles
    Test number
    420346212792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass142,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    142,936 miles
    Test number
    431132062783
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail142,936 miles (+8,265)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,936 miles
    Test number
    555126248594
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass134,671 miles (+8,081)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    134,671 miles
    Test number
    450085151944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass126,590 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    126,590 miles
    Test number
    847924748577
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail126,566 miles (+6,344)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,566 miles
    Test number
    470767063192
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass120,222 miles (+10,465)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    120,222 miles
    Test number
    368045692290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,757 miles (+40)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    109,757 miles
    Test number
    725255735188
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail109,717 miles (+13,516)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,717 miles
    Test number
    369874335127
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass96,201 miles (+16,818)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,201 miles
    Test number
    745902344134
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass79,383 miles (+12,570)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,383 miles
    Test number
    725547933122
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass66,813 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,813 miles
    Test number
    229228032464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNumber plates deteriorated

  24. Fail66,813 miles (+14,123)1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,813 miles
    Test number
    837538232135
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNumber plates deteriorated

  25. Pass52,690 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,690 miles
    Test number
    179192931132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LL08 FRC

Does LL08 FRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 FRC is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 FRC?
The MOT on LL08 FRC is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 FRC done?
LL08 FRC was recorded at 189,858 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 9,319 miles a year.
Has LL08 FRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 FRC has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 FRC 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 LL08 FRC find?
LL08 FRC passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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