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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,143 cc

LN13 UPBMOT history

LN13 UPB is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 143,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

LN13 UPB black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
143,413 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LN13 UPB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
1 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LN13 UPB was last recorded at 143,413 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 16,828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,585 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
16,828 miles
Average per year
8,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,413 miles
  • 2024 – 126,585 miles
  • 2023 – 116,034 miles
  • 2022 – 111,593 miles
  • 2021 – 110,344 miles
  • 2020 – 109,050 miles
  • 2019 – 106,589 miles
  • 2018 – 103,027 miles
  • 2017 – 88,378 miles
  • 2016 – 73,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,413 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,413 miles (+16,828)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    143,413 miles
    Test number
    352518850478
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass126,585 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    126,585 miles
    Test number
    851266322935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail126,585 miles (+10,551)6 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,585 miles
    Test number
    224959276226
    • Repaired at testFront Rear fog lamp missing both front (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass116,034 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    116,034 miles
    Test number
    600684048624
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail116,019 miles (+4,426)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,019 miles
    Test number
    129381175953
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass111,593 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    111,593 miles
    Test number
    199910029176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail111,593 miles (+1,249)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,593 miles
    Test number
    343673164403
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass110,344 miles (+1,294)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,344 miles
    Test number
    750174132503
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

  9. Pass109,050 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    109,050 miles
    Test number
    499040154501
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

  10. Fail109,050 miles (+2,461)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,050 miles
    Test number
    239037318208
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

  11. Pass106,589 miles (+3,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,589 miles
    Test number
    424551299223
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside & Offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass103,027 miles (+14,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,027 miles
    Test number
    292382952842
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted

  13. Pass88,378 miles (+14,672)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,378 miles
    Test number
    608801124765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,706 miles (+2,188)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,706 miles
    Test number
    648242557221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,518 miles (+8,954)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    71,518 miles
    Test number
    466322285859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,564 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,564 miles
    Test number
    420390693749
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners worn very low & pad warning light on (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about LN13 UPB

Does LN13 UPB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LN13 UPB is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LN13 UPB?
The MOT on LN13 UPB is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LN13 UPB done?
LN13 UPB was recorded at 143,413 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 8,230 miles a year.
Has LN13 UPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LN13 UPB has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LN13 UPB 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 LN13 UPB find?
LN13 UPB passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: central rear position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity; exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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