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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

LR61 VLCMOT history

LR61 VLC is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 20 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 136,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LR61 VLC silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
136,738 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 VLC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 VLC was last recorded at 136,738 miles on 7 May 2026, 28,966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,772 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
28,966 miles
Average per year
9,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,738 miles
  • 2025 – 107,772 miles
  • 2022 – 78,768 miles
  • 2021 – 75,674 miles
  • 2020 – 69,434 miles
  • 2019 – 64,025 miles
  • 2018 – 57,707 miles
  • 2017 – 52,248 miles
  • 2016 – 42,091 miles
  • 2015 – 33,167 miles
  • 2014 – 26,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,738 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with sidewall instructions.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,738 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    136,738 miles
    Test number
    213930402019
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail136,738 miles (+28,966)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,738 miles
    Test number
    766745342147
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass107,772 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    107,772 miles
    Test number
    604549245515
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with sidewall instructions.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail107,771 miles (+14)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,771 miles
    Test number
    644762131516
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with sidewall instructions.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail107,757 miles (+28,989)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,757 miles
    Test number
    349379039869
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed deep cut to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousWindscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn to 0mm on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass78,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    78,768 miles
    Test number
    341780391194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,768 miles (+3,094)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,768 miles
    Test number
    813746517972
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass75,674 miles (+6,240)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,674 miles
    Test number
    249715115535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,434 miles (+5,409)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    69,434 miles
    Test number
    265213084368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,025 miles (+6,318)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,025 miles
    Test number
    942177552833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,707 miles (+5,459)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    57,707 miles
    Test number
    928631967166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,248 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,248 miles
    Test number
    511138832334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,221 miles (+10,130)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,221 miles
    Test number
    278221510284
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
  14. Pass42,091 miles (+8,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    42,091 miles
    Test number
    916693210432
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  15. Pass33,167 miles (+6,411)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    33,167 miles
    Test number
    416829750611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    26,756 miles
    Test number
    586643054247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR61 VLC

Does LR61 VLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 VLC is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 VLC?
The MOT on LR61 VLC is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 VLC done?
LR61 VLC was recorded at 136,738 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 9,436 miles a year.
Has LR61 VLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 VLC has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 VLC 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 VLC find?
LR61 VLC passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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