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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LP61 MLYMOT history

LP61 MLY is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 160,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LP61 MLY black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
160,357 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LP61 MLY was last recorded at 160,357 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 4,780 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,577 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,780 miles
Average per year
11,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,357 miles
  • 2025 – 155,577 miles
  • 2024 – 150,084 miles
  • 2023 – 145,028 miles
  • 2022 – 135,468 miles
  • 2021 – 120,303 miles
  • 2020 – 106,119 miles
  • 2019 – 88,448 miles
  • 2018 – 70,932 miles
  • 2017 – 56,917 miles
  • 2016 – 43,247 miles
  • 2015 – 29,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,357 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust front flexy corroding (not blowing yet)

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,357 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    160,357 miles
    Test number
    550913785234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexy corroding (not blowing yet)

  2. Fail160,357 miles (+4,780)1 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,357 miles
    Test number
    755931875312
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexy corroding (not blowing yet)

  3. Pass155,577 miles (+275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    155,577 miles
    Test number
    955161256406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail155,302 miles (+5,218)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,302 miles
    Test number
    496113718626
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass150,084 miles (+5,056)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    150,084 miles
    Test number
    300397817611
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass145,028 miles (+9,560)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    145,028 miles
    Test number
    820318624770
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,468 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    135,468 miles
    Test number
    594109652911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail135,233 miles (+14,930)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,233 miles
    Test number
    847341393907
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt not functioning as intended centre (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass120,303 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,303 miles
    Test number
    524026440386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,091 miles (+13,972)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,091 miles
    Test number
    404013268028
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  11. Pass106,119 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,119 miles
    Test number
    174402464116
    • 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))

  12. Fail106,119 miles (+17,671)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,119 miles
    Test number
    352876651304
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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))

  13. Pass88,448 miles (+17,516)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,448 miles
    Test number
    620832805657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,932 miles (+14,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    70,932 miles
    Test number
    695238012509
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass56,917 miles (+13,670)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    56,917 miles
    Test number
    189631385598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,247 miles (+13,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    43,247 miles
    Test number
    973921350256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2553518 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail29,881 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,881 miles
    Test number
    866633725020
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass29,881 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    29,881 miles
    Test number
    985173225079
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP61 MLY

Does LP61 MLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 MLY is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 MLY?
The MOT on LP61 MLY is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 MLY done?
LP61 MLY was recorded at 160,357 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 11,881 miles a year.
Has LP61 MLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 MLY has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LP61 MLY 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 MLY find?
LP61 MLY passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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