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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LP61 MOVMOT history

LP61 MOV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 20 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Dec 2026 and it has passed 6 of 11 MOT tests, with 145,581 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

LP61 MOV black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Dec 2026
Mileage
145,581 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
11
6 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 MOV
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
20 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 MOV was last recorded at 145,581 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 18,941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,640 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
18,941 miles
Average per year
10,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,581 miles
  • 2024 – 126,640 miles
  • 2023 – 116,706 miles
  • 2022 – 113,399 miles
  • 2021 – 98,815 miles
  • 2020 – 91,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,581 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre worn edges
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

11 tests since 29 Dec 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,581 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    145,581 miles
    Test number
    840246028435
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre worn edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail145,581 miles (+18,941)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,581 miles
    Test number
    828516610524
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre worn edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass126,640 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    126,640 miles
    Test number
    412927119125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail126,635 miles (+9,929)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,635 miles
    Test number
    132220572178
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal pivot has excessive wear or free play very spongy (1.1.1 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested leaking (1.2.1 (g))
  5. Pass116,706 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    116,706 miles
    Test number
    346978905443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail116,688 miles (+3,289)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,688 miles
    Test number
    950003547591
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass113,399 miles (+14,584)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    113,399 miles
    Test number
    876297682650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,815 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    98,815 miles
    Test number
    429481362645
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail98,815 miles (+7,556)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,815 miles
    Test number
    198906230312
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded rear upper inner pipe at bracket (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass91,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,259 miles
    Test number
    465560809359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp has intermittent fault
  11. Fail91,259 miles5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,259 miles
    Test number
    942398064119
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Questions about LP61 MOV

Does LP61 MOV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 MOV is valid until 28 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP61 MOV?
The MOT on LP61 MOV is valid until 28 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 MOV done?
LP61 MOV was recorded at 145,581 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 10,866 miles a year.
Has LP61 MOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 MOV has failed 5 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LP61 MOV 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 MOV find?
LP61 MOV passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: o/s/f tyre worn edges; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.8mm.

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