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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LP12 LVCMOT history

LP12 LVC is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 131,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LP12 LVC black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
131,379 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 LVC
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 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 LVC was last recorded at 131,379 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 5,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,825 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,554 miles
Average per year
9,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,379 miles
  • 2025 – 125,825 miles
  • 2024 – 125,793 miles
  • 2022 – 101,846 miles
  • 2021 – 90,436 miles
  • 2020 – 83,201 miles
  • 2019 – 68,681 miles
  • 2018 – 59,906 miles
  • 2017 – 51,835 miles
  • 2016 – 42,208 miles
  • 2015 – 31,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,379 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 22 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,379 miles (+5,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    131,379 miles
    Test number
    157671873515
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass125,825 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    125,825 miles
    Test number
    748152014761
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail125,793 miles1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,793 miles
    Test number
    277021172650
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass182,909 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    182,909 km
    Test number
    113346400842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Pass101,846 miles (+11,410)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    101,846 miles
    Test number
    173676277747
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass90,436 miles (+7,235)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,436 miles
    Test number
    828463436705
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,201 miles (+14,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,201 miles
    Test number
    168077700240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass68,681 miles (+8,775)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,681 miles
    Test number
    651757638536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,906 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,906 miles
    Test number
    256424952748
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail59,906 miles (+8,071)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,906 miles
    Test number
    597522945048
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass51,835 miles (+9,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    51,835 miles
    Test number
    388300142326
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass42,208 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,208 miles
    Test number
    867179797131
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Fail42,208 miles (+10,302)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,208 miles
    Test number
    267240925391
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Pass31,906 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    31,906 miles
    Test number
    635773905214
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Fail31,906 miles1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,906 miles
    Test number
    726453505285
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LP12 LVC

Does LP12 LVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 LVC is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 LVC?
The MOT on LP12 LVC is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 LVC done?
LP12 LVC was recorded at 131,379 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 9,476 miles a year.
Has LP12 LVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 LVC has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LP12 LVC 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 LVC find?
LP12 LVC passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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