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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

LL59 BWCMOT history

LL59 BWC is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 27 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 90,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LL59 BWC black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
90,178 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 BWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 BWC was last recorded at 90,178 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 5,401 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,777 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,401 miles
Average per year
3,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,178 miles
  • 2025 – 84,777 miles
  • 2024 – 81,829 miles
  • 2023 – 81,341 miles
  • 2021 – 80,667 miles
  • 2020 – 80,313 miles
  • 2019 – 78,838 miles
  • 2018 – 78,513 miles
  • 2017 – 75,325 miles
  • 2016 – 69,298 miles
  • 2015 – 63,370 miles
  • 2014 – 57,745 miles
  • 2013 – 49,915 miles
  • 2012 – 44,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,178 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Dashcam
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Covers fitted to underside of vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,178 miles (+5,401)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    90,178 miles
    Test number
    592339301672
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Dashcam
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass84,777 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    84,777 miles
    Test number
    699252001897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail84,777 miles (+2,948)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,777 miles
    Test number
    602333275629
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass81,829 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,829 miles
    Test number
    942266603347
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail81,829 miles (+488)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,829 miles
    Test number
    377620986473
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,341 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    81,341 miles
    Test number
    365341789907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Fail81,341 miles (+674)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,341 miles
    Test number
    364463833907
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Pass80,667 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,667 miles
    Test number
    672666656189
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail80,667 miles (+354)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,667 miles
    Test number
    353855778418
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass80,313 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,313 miles
    Test number
    952292451357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail80,313 miles (+1,475)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,313 miles
    Test number
    419000725444
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass78,838 miles (+325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,838 miles
    Test number
    322980552196
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  13. Pass78,513 miles (+3,188)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    78,513 miles
    Test number
    887436077280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass75,325 miles (+6,027)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,325 miles
    Test number
    987810197338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,298 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    69,298 miles
    Test number
    489120309668
    • AdvisoryBaby seats are fitted to both rear seat belts
    • AdvisoryEngine light is on
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray is damp of oil
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre has a cut in the sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are worn
    • AdvisoryWiper blades

  16. Fail69,298 miles (+5,928)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,298 miles
    Test number
    218050026187
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBaby seats are fitted to both rear seat belts
    • AdvisoryEngine light is on
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray is damp of oil
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre has a cut in the sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are worn
    • AdvisoryWiper blades

  17. Pass63,370 miles (+5,625)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    63,370 miles
    Test number
    876621470461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass57,745 miles (+7,830)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,745 miles
    Test number
    828555634233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,915 miles
    Test number
    699168923265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,914 miles (+5,030)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,914 miles
    Test number
    537058623267
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass44,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    44,884 miles
    Test number
    565195832363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL59 BWC

Does LL59 BWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 BWC is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 BWC?
The MOT on LL59 BWC is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 BWC done?
LL59 BWC was recorded at 90,178 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 3,274 miles a year.
Has LL59 BWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 BWC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LL59 BWC 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 LL59 BWC find?
LL59 BWC passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps; items removed from driver's view prior to test dashcam; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 7 more.

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