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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LP61 MLXMOT history

LP61 MLX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 100,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

LP61 MLX silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
100,712 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 MLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 MLX was last recorded at 100,712 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 3,769 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,943 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,769 miles
Average per year
6,605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,712 miles
  • 2025 – 96,943 miles
  • 2024 – 94,526 miles
  • 2023 – 90,789 miles
  • 2022 – 87,844 miles
  • 2021 – 78,522 miles
  • 2020 – 72,157 miles
  • 2019 – 64,226 miles
  • 2018 – 52,428 miles
  • 2017 – 43,045 miles
  • 2016 – 35,329 miles
  • 2015 – 32,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,712 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2018

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass100,712 miles (+3,769)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    100,712 miles
    Test number
    885451847192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,943 miles (+266)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    96,943 miles
    Test number
    247408799804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail96,677 miles (+2,151)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,677 miles
    Test number
    714055180632
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass94,526 miles (+3,737)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    94,526 miles
    Test number
    212219780808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear headlamp leveling device cracked (rod)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  5. Pass90,789 miles (+2,945)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    90,789 miles
    Test number
    490171925138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner disc scored and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass87,844 miles (+9,322)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    87,844 miles
    Test number
    669598953758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,522 miles (+6,365)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,522 miles
    Test number
    590985975861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,157 miles (+7,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    72,157 miles
    Test number
    497360041370
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass64,226 miles (+2,682)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,226 miles
    Test number
    247964723505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,544 miles (+9,116)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    61,544 miles
    Test number
    928567045765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,428 miles (+192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,428 miles
    Test number
    340786780630
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  12. Fail52,236 miles (+9,191)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,236 miles
    Test number
    486569743590
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear 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 Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  13. Pass43,045 miles (+7,716)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    505949113962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,329 miles (+3,150)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    35,329 miles
    Test number
    255615379300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,179 miles (+7,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    32,179 miles
    Test number
    279649003282
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine covers top and bottom plastic covers on sills/floor and suspension
  16. Pass24,546 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    24,546 miles
    Test number
    967298905050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front brake disc has slight wear
    • NoteOffside front brake disc has slight wear
    • NoteUnable to properly check outer sills due to plastic trims
    • NoteUnable to properly check underside due to plastic trims

Questions about LP61 MLX

Does LP61 MLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 MLX is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 MLX?
The MOT on LP61 MLX is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 MLX done?
LP61 MLX was recorded at 100,712 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 6,605 miles a year.
Has LP61 MLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 MLX has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LP61 MLX 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 LP61 MLX find?
LP61 MLX passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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