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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,148 cc

LR59 FBFMOT history

LR59 FBF is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 99,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2026.

LR59 FBF black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Apr 2027
Mileage
99,128 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 FBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 FBF was last recorded at 99,128 miles on 6 Apr 2026, 239 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,889 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
239 miles
Average per year
5,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,128 miles
  • 2025 – 98,889 miles
  • 2023 – 96,183 miles
  • 2022 – 92,876 miles
  • 2021 – 87,991 miles
  • 2019 – 79,252 miles
  • 2018 – 74,056 miles
  • 2017 – 67,518 miles
  • 2016 – 60,713 miles
  • 2015 – 53,052 miles
  • 2014 – 47,116 miles
  • 2013 – 39,799 miles
  • 2012 – 31,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,128 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,128 miles (+239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    99,128 miles
    Test number
    439758536400
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass98,889 miles (+2,706)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    98,889 miles
    Test number
    637691202451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass96,183 miles (+3,307)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    96,183 miles
    Test number
    751732315011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,876 miles (+4,885)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,876 miles
    Test number
    236803170217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,991 miles (+4,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,991 miles
    Test number
    618683540168
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass83,964 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,964 miles
    Test number
    809585988105
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail83,964 miles (+4,712)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,964 miles
    Test number
    879615216100
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,252 miles (+5,196)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,252 miles
    Test number
    444331635380
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Pass74,056 miles (+6,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    74,056 miles
    Test number
    470579029540
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass67,518 miles (+6,805)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    67,518 miles
    Test number
    527112107998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    60,713 miles
    Test number
    526103117150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,713 miles (+7,661)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,713 miles
    Test number
    606641276781
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  13. Pass53,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    53,052 miles
    Test number
    457823104961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,052 miles (+5,936)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,052 miles
    Test number
    150843738980
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass47,116 miles (+7,317)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    47,116 miles
    Test number
    325555594294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,799 miles (+8,646)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,799 miles
    Test number
    188912583290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass31,153 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    31,153 miles
    Test number
    306480492271
    • NoteRear tyres 3mm O/s/f tyre 4mm

Questions about LR59 FBF

Does LR59 FBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 FBF is valid until 5 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 FBF?
The MOT on LR59 FBF is valid until 5 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 FBF done?
LR59 FBF was recorded at 99,128 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2026, an average of 5,046 miles a year.
Has LR59 FBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 FBF has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LR59 FBF 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 LR59 FBF find?
LR59 FBF passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear.

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