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Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,950 cc

LP18 KCUMOT history

LP18 KCU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 20 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 155,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

LP18 KCU black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
155,838 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
15,561 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP18 KCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
20 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP18 KCU was last recorded at 155,838 miles on 29 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Apr 2026: 155,838 miles, lower than 249,461 miles on 3 Mar 2026.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
249,461 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Average per year
15,561 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,838 miles
  • 2025 – 243,007 miles
  • 2024 – 215,037 miles
  • 2023 – 119,007 miles
  • 2022 – 100,902 miles
  • 2020 – 75,106 miles
  • 2019 – 53,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,838 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront both head lights are sligly damaged
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))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 Window seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 12 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,838 miles (-93,623)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    155,838 miles
    Test number
    544584112398
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both head lights are sligly damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail249,461 miles (+6,454)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,461 miles
    Test number
    640916189987
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass243,007 miles (+17,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    243,007 miles
    Test number
    187419630728
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass225,342 miles (+10,305)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    225,342 miles
    Test number
    481374349393
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass215,037 miles (+96,030)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    215,037 miles
    Test number
    521273733209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    119,007 miles
    Test number
    385933435470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass177,412 km (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    177,412 km
    Test number
    193680945971
    • MinorFront Window seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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))

  8. Pass177,404 km1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    177,404 km
    Test number
    296725719808
    • MinorFront Window seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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))

  9. Pass100,902 miles (+12,524)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    100,902 miles
    Test number
    560493328673
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass88,378 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,378 miles
    Test number
    825592728354
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass132,409 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    132,409 km
    Test number
    235244046961
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass75,106 miles (+21,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,106 miles
    Test number
    113882760802
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass53,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,970 miles
    Test number
    920055064403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP18 KCU

Does LP18 KCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP18 KCU is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP18 KCU?
The MOT on LP18 KCU is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP18 KCU done?
LP18 KCU was recorded at 155,838 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 15,561 miles a year.
Has LP18 KCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP18 KCU has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LP18 KCU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Apr 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LP18 KCU find?
LP18 KCU passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; front both head lights are sligly damaged; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both.

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