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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LP61 MPEMOT history

LP61 MPE is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 102,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

LP61 MPE black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
102,423 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 MPE
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 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 MPE was last recorded at 102,423 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 5,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,318 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,105 miles
Average per year
6,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,423 miles
  • 2025 – 97,318 miles
  • 2024 – 92,069 miles
  • 2023 – 82,774 miles
  • 2022 – 73,499 miles
  • 2021 – 69,410 miles
  • 2020 – 64,795 miles
  • 2019 – 60,251 miles
  • 2018 – 55,970 miles
  • 2017 – 40,390 miles
  • 2016 – 34,349 miles
  • 2015 – 28,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,423 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,423 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    102,423 miles
    Test number
    166901955536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass97,318 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    97,318 miles
    Test number
    280632411308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail97,278 miles (+5,209)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,278 miles
    Test number
    269166461333
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass92,069 miles (+9,295)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,069 miles
    Test number
    796511337280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front knocking noise advise further investigation
  5. Pass82,774 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    82,774 miles
    Test number
    114969547727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,999 miles (+6,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,999 miles
    Test number
    422881769719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass73,499 miles (+20)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    73,499 miles
    Test number
    307639291004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail73,479 miles (+4,069)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,479 miles
    Test number
    858366999201
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass69,410 miles (+4,615)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,410 miles
    Test number
    918275875725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass64,795 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,795 miles
    Test number
    759224654785
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail64,795 miles (+4,544)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,795 miles
    Test number
    357344973797
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass60,251 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    60,251 miles
    Test number
    588537512507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,162 miles (+4,192)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,162 miles
    Test number
    907935468063
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass55,970 miles (+15,580)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    55,970 miles
    Test number
    733668335189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass40,390 miles (+6,041)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,390 miles
    Test number
    621147638804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,349 miles (+5,812)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,349 miles
    Test number
    813674929962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,537 miles (+440)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,537 miles
    Test number
    819130095080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    28,097 miles
    Test number
    568141525049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP61 MPE

Does LP61 MPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 MPE is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 MPE?
The MOT on LP61 MPE is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 MPE done?
LP61 MPE was recorded at 102,423 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 6,398 miles a year.
Has LP61 MPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 MPE has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LP61 MPE 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 MPE find?
LP61 MPE passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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