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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LL61 TAYMOT history

LL61 TAY is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 26 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 124,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LL61 TAY black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
124,108 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 TAY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 TAY was last recorded at 124,108 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 15,601 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Oct 2022: 80,603 miles, lower than 97,471 miles on 27 Jul 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
108,507 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
15,601 miles
Average per year
7,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,108 miles
  • 2025 – 108,507 miles
  • 2024 – 92,760 miles
  • 2023 – 86,344 miles
  • 2022 – 80,603 miles
  • 2021 – 74,398 miles
  • 2020 – 70,645 miles
  • 2019 – 64,882 miles
  • 2018 – 55,999 miles
  • 2017 – 50,731 miles
  • 2016 – 47,287 miles
  • 2015 – 42,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,108 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,108 miles (+15,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    124,108 miles
    Test number
    434033602069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,507 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    108,507 miles
    Test number
    793656393311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer 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))

  3. Fail108,507 miles (+15,747)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,507 miles
    Test number
    805248347669
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer 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))

  4. Pass92,760 miles (+6,416)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    92,760 miles
    Test number
    493016872369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,344 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,344 miles
    Test number
    130776162825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail86,344 miles (+5,741)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,344 miles
    Test number
    810831389304
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Central arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Central Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass80,603 miles (-16,868)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,603 miles
    Test number
    258061773809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass97,471 miles (+18,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    97,471 miles
    Test number
    663095893526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail79,353 miles (+4,955)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,353 miles
    Test number
    934320177277
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass74,398 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    74,398 miles
    Test number
    549001048852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail74,398 miles (+3,753)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,398 miles
    Test number
    260462286781
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight leak from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass70,645 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    70,645 miles
    Test number
    783837625830
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail70,645 miles (+5,763)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,645 miles
    Test number
    246450945766
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass64,882 miles (+8,883)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,882 miles
    Test number
    355267566087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass55,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,999 miles
    Test number
    838697992940
    • 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))

  16. Fail55,999 miles (+5,268)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,999 miles
    Test number
    274884353912
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  17. Pass50,731 miles (+3,444)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,731 miles
    Test number
    691680469568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,287 miles (+5,184)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,287 miles
    Test number
    903772059051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,103 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    42,103 miles
    Test number
    918750515250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,732 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,732 miles
    Test number
    187903485454
    • NoteZero emissions registered at dga

Questions about LL61 TAY

Does LL61 TAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 TAY is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL61 TAY?
The MOT on LL61 TAY is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 TAY done?
LL61 TAY was recorded at 124,108 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 7,228 miles a year.
Has LL61 TAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 TAY has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LL61 TAY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Oct 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL61 TAY find?
LL61 TAY passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear.

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