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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

LM61 TFJMOT history

LM61 TFJ is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 3 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 144,740 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

LM61 TFJ black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Dec 2026
Mileage
144,740 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 TFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 TFJ was last recorded at 144,740 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,738 miles · 19 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,740 miles
  • 2024 – 133,898 miles
  • 2023 – 123,773 miles
  • 2022 – 117,508 miles
  • 2021 – 114,249 miles
  • 2020 – 106,037 miles
  • 2018 – 101,480 miles
  • 2017 – 93,207 miles
  • 2016 – 82,111 miles
  • 2015 – 55,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,740 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,740 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    144,740 miles
    Test number
    335053273209
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail144,738 miles (+10,840)3 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,738 miles
    Test number
    507050604120
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass133,898 miles (+10,125)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    133,898 miles
    Test number
    990372253738
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,773 miles (+6,265)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    123,773 miles
    Test number
    458522457875
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass117,508 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    117,508 miles
    Test number
    570747973571
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail117,503 miles (+3,254)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,503 miles
    Test number
    354837774055
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass114,249 miles (+8,212)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,249 miles
    Test number
    845143560853
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass106,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,037 miles
    Test number
    334320586385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    328101446621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    196457082327
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass101,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    101,480 miles
    Test number
    731047025809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail101,480 miles (+8,273)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,480 miles
    Test number
    797111323804
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass93,207 miles (+11,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,207 miles
    Test number
    320755471097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass82,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,111 miles
    Test number
    135461734512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,111 miles (+1,855)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,111 miles
    Test number
    881140771128
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass80,256 miles (+13,101)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,256 miles
    Test number
    166352882791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,155 miles (+12,036)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,155 miles
    Test number
    546937967787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,119 miles (+50)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    55,119 miles
    Test number
    165430225248
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Fail55,069 miles (+13,889)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,069 miles
    Test number
    946478715209
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass41,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,180 miles
    Test number
    189907325439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 TFJ

Does LM61 TFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 TFJ is valid until 28 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM61 TFJ?
The MOT on LM61 TFJ is valid until 28 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 TFJ done?
LM61 TFJ was recorded at 144,740 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 9,497 miles a year.
Has LM61 TFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 TFJ has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LM61 TFJ 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 TFJ find?
LM61 TFJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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