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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

LR09 RPXMOT history

LR09 RPX is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 24 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 134,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

LR09 RPX black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2026
Mileage
134,610 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 RPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR09 RPX was last recorded at 134,610 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 6,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,403 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,207 miles
Average per year
7,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,610 miles
  • 2025 – 128,403 miles
  • 2024 – 123,238 miles
  • 2023 – 120,164 miles
  • 2022 – 118,156 miles
  • 2021 – 114,745 miles
  • 2019 – 95,592 miles
  • 2018 – 70,493 miles
  • 2017 – 54,629 miles
  • 2016 – 49,175 miles
  • 2015 – 42,164 miles
  • 2014 – 32,800 miles
  • 2013 – 27,484 miles
  • 2012 – 23,575 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail134,610 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both side

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail134,610 miles (+6,207)3 dangerous7 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,610 miles
    Test number
    124485504078
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass128,403 miles3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    128,403 miles
    Test number
    713246345944
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both side (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both side (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advisable to change (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail128,403 miles (+5,165)3 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,403 miles
    Test number
    796476319570
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low Both side (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamps matched pair are not the same colour Dip beam (4.1.4 (d))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both side (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both side (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advisable to change (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass123,238 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    123,238 miles
    Test number
    251675601115
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both side (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both side (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly wearing thin on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail123,238 miles (+3,074)1 dangerous2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,238 miles
    Test number
    479826802710
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Both side (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both side (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly wearing thin on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass120,164 miles (+2,008)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    120,164 miles
    Test number
    626752933232
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass118,156 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    118,156 miles
    Test number
    785318236197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail118,154 miles (+3,409)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,154 miles
    Test number
    897286874915
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass114,745 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    114,745 miles
    Test number
    105089393071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail114,739 miles (+19,147)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,739 miles
    Test number
    713663717483
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper not working +torn (3.4 (a))
  11. Pass95,592 miles (+25,099)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,592 miles
    Test number
    309113164022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,493 miles (+19)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,493 miles
    Test number
    121583213783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured modified/repaired but sound (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect underside due to covers fitted
  13. Fail70,474 miles (+15,845)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,474 miles
    Test number
    500803043401
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav from screen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured modified/repaired but sound (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect underside due to covers fitted
  14. Pass54,629 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    54,629 miles
    Test number
    660026702997
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped/worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly bald on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slightly bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear differential has a minor oil leak
  15. Fail54,629 miles (+5,454)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,629 miles
    Test number
    427180972772
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint marked (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped/worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyres slightly bald on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slightly bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear differential has a minor oil leak
  16. Pass49,175 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    49,175 miles
    Test number
    606534880149
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obscuring inspection of other components
  17. Fail49,172 miles (+7,008)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,172 miles
    Test number
    684450526787
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obscuring inspection of other components
  18. Pass42,164 miles (+9,364)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    42,164 miles
    Test number
    948040535211
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass32,800 miles (+5,316)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    32,800 miles
    Test number
    306373924238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,484 miles (+1,809)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,484 miles
    Test number
    589121133205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,675 miles (+2,100)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    25,675 miles
    Test number
    888481233007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    23,575 miles
    Test number
    326086812046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 RPX

Does LR09 RPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR09 RPX expired on 7 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR09 RPX?
The MOT on LR09 RPX expired on 7 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR09 RPX done?
LR09 RPX was recorded at 134,610 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 7,850 miles a year.
Has LR09 RPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 RPX has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 RPX 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 LR09 RPX find?
LR09 RPX failed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed, and 20 more.

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