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Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

LR61 VHJMOT history

LR61 VHJ is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 20 Sept 2011. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2025 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 142,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2024.

LR61 VHJ grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2025
Mileage
142,656 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2024
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 VHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 VHJ was last recorded at 142,656 miles on 27 Jul 2024, 5,160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,496 miles · 29 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
5,160 miles
Average per year
7,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,656 miles
  • 2023 – 137,496 miles
  • 2022 – 130,493 miles
  • 2021 – 118,618 miles
  • 2020 – 117,041 miles
  • 2019 – 109,502 miles
  • 2018 – 104,159 miles
  • 2017 – 93,229 miles
  • 2016 – 85,129 miles
  • 2015 – 79,888 miles
  • 2014 – 66,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,656 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 10 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,656 miles (+5,160)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    142,656 miles
    Test number
    801160575117
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass137,496 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    137,496 miles
    Test number
    175169285910
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail137,496 miles (+7,003)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,496 miles
    Test number
    837133168613
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass130,493 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    130,493 miles
    Test number
    210096717935
    • 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))

  5. Fail130,486 miles (+11,868)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,486 miles
    Test number
    960206290200
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (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))

  6. Pass118,618 miles (+1,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    118,618 miles
    Test number
    514106727027
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Pass117,041 miles (+7,539)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    117,041 miles
    Test number
    299195999222
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass109,502 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,502 miles
    Test number
    674343387494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail109,501 miles (+5,342)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,501 miles
    Test number
    371552215043
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass104,159 miles (+10,930)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    104,159 miles
    Test number
    513889519344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,229 miles (+8,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    93,229 miles
    Test number
    318913878783
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass85,129 miles (+5,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    85,129 miles
    Test number
    860110209645
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass79,888 miles (+13,088)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    79,888 miles
    Test number
    943194174141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,800 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,800 miles
    Test number
    336373654468
    • 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)

Questions about LR61 VHJ

Does LR61 VHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR61 VHJ expired on 29 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR61 VHJ?
The MOT on LR61 VHJ expired on 29 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR61 VHJ done?
LR61 VHJ was recorded at 142,656 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2024, an average of 7,679 miles a year.
Has LR61 VHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 VHJ has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR61 VHJ 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 LR61 VHJ find?
LR61 VHJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side; front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both side; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side.

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