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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,143 cc

LL59 EWJMOT history

LL59 EWJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 27 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 145,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LL59 EWJ black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
145,455 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 EWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 EWJ was last recorded at 145,455 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 1,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,193 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,262 miles
Average per year
8,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,455 miles
  • 2025 – 144,193 miles
  • 2022 – 139,715 miles
  • 2021 – 135,531 miles
  • 2020 – 130,581 miles
  • 2019 – 126,280 miles
  • 2018 – 118,520 miles
  • 2017 – 111,135 miles
  • 2016 – 105,123 miles
  • 2015 – 90,228 miles
  • 2014 – 68,025 miles
  • 2013 – 52,990 miles
  • 2012 – 33,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,455 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside rear tyre outer side wall damaged!

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,455 miles (+1,262)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    145,455 miles
    Test number
    566099933842
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,193 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    144,193 miles
    Test number
    657556559773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail144,179 miles (+4,464)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,179 miles
    Test number
    340634759199
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass139,715 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    139,715 miles
    Test number
    788742541103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail139,714 miles (+4,183)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,714 miles
    Test number
    366568408815
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass135,531 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    135,531 miles
    Test number
    843275063035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail135,530 miles (+4,949)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,530 miles
    Test number
    851060999524
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,581 miles (+4,301)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    130,581 miles
    Test number
    880916020769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,280 miles (+7,760)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    126,280 miles
    Test number
    341956437967
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,520 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    118,520 miles
    Test number
    472007224394
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail118,520 miles (+293)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,520 miles
    Test number
    915949043101
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail118,227 miles (+7,092)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,227 miles
    Test number
    173892070072
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working built in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass111,135 miles (+6,012)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    111,135 miles
    Test number
    268353236730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass105,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    105,123 miles
    Test number
    216945199974
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre outer side wall damaged!

  15. Fail105,123 miles (+14,895)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,123 miles
    Test number
    792503054698
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre outer side wall damaged!

  16. Pass90,228 miles (+22,203)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    90,228 miles
    Test number
    346712678231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,025 miles (+15,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,025 miles
    Test number
    739483124397
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass52,990 miles (+18,994)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    52,990 miles
    Test number
    636094543354
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass33,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,996 miles
    Test number
    198359622324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL59 EWJ

Does LL59 EWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 EWJ is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 EWJ?
The MOT on LL59 EWJ is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 EWJ done?
LL59 EWJ was recorded at 145,455 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 8,411 miles a year.
Has LL59 EWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 EWJ has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LL59 EWJ 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 EWJ find?
LL59 EWJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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