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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LP12 EPFMOT history

LP12 EPF is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Jun 2012. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2025 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 196,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2024.

LP12 EPF black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2025
Mileage
196,006 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2024
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
18,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 EPF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 EPF was last recorded at 196,006 miles on 1 Aug 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,005 miles · 31 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
18,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 196,006 miles
  • 2023 – 179,023 miles
  • 2022 – 170,800 miles
  • 2021 – 155,528 miles
  • 2020 – 148,150 miles
  • 2019 – 129,797 miles
  • 2018 – 106,295 miles
  • 2017 – 65,038 miles
  • 2016 – 38,317 miles
  • 2015 – 27,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,006 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecureRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 8 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,006 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    196,006 miles
    Test number
    455153116537
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure
  2. Fail196,005 miles (+16,982)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,005 miles
    Test number
    335015607828
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure
  3. Pass179,023 miles (+8,223)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    179,023 miles
    Test number
    341210413410
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield insecure
  4. Pass170,800 miles (+15,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    170,800 miles
    Test number
    217416191615
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass155,528 miles (+7,378)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    155,528 miles
    Test number
    572780924752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass148,150 miles (+18,353)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    148,150 miles
    Test number
    382269032715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,797 miles (+322)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,797 miles
    Test number
    214091369085
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  8. Pass129,475 miles (+23,180)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    129,475 miles
    Test number
    660645249765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,295 miles (+41,257)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    106,295 miles
    Test number
    550325633657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,038 miles (+26,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,038 miles
    Test number
    741071179380
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass38,317 miles (+10,459)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    38,317 miles
    Test number
    640088732288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,858 miles (+2,713)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    27,858 miles
    Test number
    318770699350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,145 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    25,145 miles
    Test number
    615539355143
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP12 EPF

Does LP12 EPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP12 EPF expired on 31 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP12 EPF?
The MOT on LP12 EPF expired on 31 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP12 EPF done?
LP12 EPF was recorded at 196,006 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2024, an average of 18,674 miles a year.
Has LP12 EPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 EPF has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LP12 EPF 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 LP12 EPF find?
LP12 EPF passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2024 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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