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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LP61 XVEMOT history

LP61 XVE is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 28 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 85,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

LP61 XVE silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
85,478 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 XVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 XVE was last recorded at 85,478 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,474 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,478 miles
  • 2024 – 77,121 miles
  • 2023 – 68,764 miles
  • 2022 – 60,362 miles
  • 2020 – 48,069 miles
  • 2019 – 38,501 miles
  • 2018 – 28,557 miles
  • 2016 – 26,172 miles
  • 2015 – 20,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,478 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 Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,478 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    85,478 miles
    Test number
    569982364707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail85,474 miles (+8,353)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,474 miles
    Test number
    677764133350
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system under undertray (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake performance unable to be tested pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))
  3. Pass77,121 miles (+188)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    77,121 miles
    Test number
    756137609684
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  4. Fail76,933 miles (+8,169)1 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,933 miles
    Test number
    807751975933
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  5. Pass68,764 miles (+8,402)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    68,764 miles
    Test number
    688834728518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,362 miles (+5,810)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    60,362 miles
    Test number
    501721306029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass54,552 miles (+6,483)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    54,552 miles
    Test number
    108759677895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,069 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    48,069 miles
    Test number
    603105316739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail48,068 miles (+9,567)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,068 miles
    Test number
    291217063629
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass38,501 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    38,501 miles
    Test number
    652291220830
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under-tray fitted not allow full inspection on some components.
    • AdvisoryThe emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM couldn’t register the reading.
  11. Fail38,501 miles (+9,944)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,501 miles
    Test number
    657859185473
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under-tray fitted not allow full inspection on some components.
    • AdvisoryThe emissions limits were tested and met but the DSM couldn’t register the reading.
  12. Pass28,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    28,557 miles
    Test number
    346454178491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail28,557 miles (+2,385)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,557 miles
    Test number
    138110087203
    • DangerousNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers fitted
  14. Pass26,172 miles (+5,334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    26,172 miles
    Test number
    500541069907
    • AdvisoryWorn front brakes
  15. Pass20,838 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    20,838 miles
    Test number
    733396996005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    17,780 miles
    Test number
    639077735030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP61 XVE

Does LP61 XVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 XVE is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP61 XVE?
The MOT on LP61 XVE is valid until 7 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 XVE done?
LP61 XVE was recorded at 85,478 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 6,247 miles a year.
Has LP61 XVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 XVE has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LP61 XVE 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 XVE find?
LP61 XVE passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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