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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

LM61 KBFMOT history

LM61 KBF is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 105,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

LM61 KBF black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
105,638 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 KBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 KBF was last recorded at 105,638 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,638 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,638 miles
  • 2025 – 93,583 miles
  • 2024 – 87,233 miles
  • 2022 – 78,688 miles
  • 2021 – 70,642 miles
  • 2019 – 62,942 miles
  • 2018 – 47,563 miles
  • 2017 – 39,717 miles
  • 2016 – 32,386 miles
  • 2015 – 24,729 miles
  • 2014 – 16,564 miles
  • 2013 – 10,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,638 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Dec 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,638 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    105,638 miles
    Test number
    372868187257
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail105,638 miles (+12,055)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,638 miles
    Test number
    135041880668
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass93,583 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    93,583 miles
    Test number
    986281983996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  4. Fail93,583 miles (+73)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,583 miles
    Test number
    942169466890
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Indicates malfunction. (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread low. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  5. Fail93,510 miles (+6,277)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,510 miles
    Test number
    267707089219
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass87,233 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    87,233 miles
    Test number
    735056508315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Fail87,233 miles (+206)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,233 miles
    Test number
    241472761013
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Fail87,027 miles (+8,339)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,027 miles
    Test number
    530565066628
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass78,688 miles (+246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    78,688 miles
    Test number
    189572408406
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Fail78,442 miles (+7,800)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,442 miles
    Test number
    936033442459
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass70,642 miles (+82)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    70,642 miles
    Test number
    606552885164
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn
    • AdvisoryUnable to assess some areas due to covers

  12. Fail70,560 miles (+7,618)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,560 miles
    Test number
    221759308117
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroded/poor
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn
    • AdvisoryRear pads on limit,fronts worn
    • AdvisoryUnable to assess some areas due to covers

  13. Pass62,942 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,942 miles
    Test number
    943509828268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder rays fitted

  14. Fail62,923 miles (+15,360)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,923 miles
    Test number
    743995498213
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder rays fitted

  15. Pass47,563 miles (+7,846)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    47,563 miles
    Test number
    337644305348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,717 miles (+7,331)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    39,717 miles
    Test number
    996231199007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,386 miles (+7,657)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    32,386 miles
    Test number
    938181661544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,729 miles (+8,165)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    24,729 miles
    Test number
    771008558988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,564 miles (+5,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    16,564 miles
    Test number
    468139544408
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass10,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    10,827 miles
    Test number
    498422953343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 KBF

Does LM61 KBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 KBF is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 KBF?
The MOT on LM61 KBF is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 KBF done?
LM61 KBF was recorded at 105,638 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 7,541 miles a year.
Has LM61 KBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 KBF has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM61 KBF 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 LM61 KBF find?
LM61 KBF passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f and n/s/r.

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