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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

LM61 XFEMOT history

LM61 XFE is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 151,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LM61 XFE black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
151,101 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM61 XFE
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
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM61 XFE was last recorded at 151,101 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 8,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,200 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,901 miles
Average per year
10,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,101 miles
  • 2025 – 142,200 miles
  • 2024 – 128,046 miles
  • 2023 – 116,296 miles
  • 2022 – 87,854 miles
  • 2021 – 80,828 miles
  • 2020 – 74,127 miles
  • 2019 – 70,542 miles
  • 2018 – 63,567 miles
  • 2017 – 50,422 miles
  • 2016 – 39,154 miles
  • 2014 – 31,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,101 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,101 miles (+8,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    151,101 miles
    Test number
    826722331039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass142,200 miles (+14,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    142,200 miles
    Test number
    115619423835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass128,046 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    128,046 miles
    Test number
    584041047452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail128,041 miles (+11,745)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,041 miles
    Test number
    906747593239
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass116,296 miles (+13,859)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    116,296 miles
    Test number
    701481269448
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All around (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass102,437 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    102,437 miles
    Test number
    314869168969
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail102,437 miles (+14,583)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,437 miles
    Test number
    239554772808
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Camber arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass87,854 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,854 miles
    Test number
    564931058489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  9. Fail87,854 miles (+7,026)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,854 miles
    Test number
    909625097265
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  10. Pass80,828 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,828 miles
    Test number
    962957719760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  11. Fail80,828 miles (+6,701)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,828 miles
    Test number
    671160753576
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  12. Pass74,127 miles (+3,585)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,127 miles
    Test number
    544264949908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,542 miles (+6,975)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,542 miles
    Test number
    518833021571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,567 miles (+13,145)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,567 miles
    Test number
    735884847925
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass50,422 miles (+11,268)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    50,422 miles
    Test number
    572665392285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,154 miles (+7,545)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    39,154 miles
    Test number
    302405734345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    31,609 miles
    Test number
    126812314341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM61 XFE

Does LM61 XFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM61 XFE is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM61 XFE?
The MOT on LM61 XFE is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM61 XFE done?
LM61 XFE was recorded at 151,101 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 10,036 miles a year.
Has LM61 XFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM61 XFE has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM61 XFE 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 XFE find?
LM61 XFE passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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