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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,987 cc

LS08 FPLMOT history

LS08 FPL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 28 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 183,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2023.

LS08 FPL black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2024
Mileage
183,244 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,491 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 FPL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 FPL was last recorded at 183,244 miles on 30 Jan 2023, 1,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,455 miles · 27 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,789 miles
Average per year
12,491 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 183,244 miles
  • 2021 – 181,455 miles
  • 2020 – 168,651 miles
  • 2019 – 158,542 miles
  • 2018 – 146,978 miles
  • 2017 – 133,011 miles
  • 2016 – 119,282 miles
  • 2015 – 105,477 miles
  • 2014 – 88,777 miles
  • 2013 – 73,324 miles
  • 2012 – 55,050 miles
  • 2011 – 41,402 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,244 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

16 tests since 22 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,244 miles (+1,789)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    183,244 miles
    Test number
    625753894551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass181,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    181,455 miles
    Test number
    446636266131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail181,455 miles (+12,804)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,455 miles
    Test number
    403613416657
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass168,651 miles (+10,109)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    168,651 miles
    Test number
    358027179480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass158,542 miles (+11,564)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    158,542 miles
    Test number
    880595578351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass146,978 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    146,978 miles
    Test number
    698128604406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail146,977 miles (+13,966)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,977 miles
    Test number
    958817094188
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass133,011 miles (+13,729)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    133,011 miles
    Test number
    188883549455
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak!

  9. Pass119,282 miles (+13,805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    119,282 miles
    Test number
    167800747592
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass105,477 miles (+16,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    105,477 miles
    Test number
    126473224119
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass88,777 miles (+15,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    88,777 miles
    Test number
    299799854217
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass73,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    73,324 miles
    Test number
    245206073241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,309 miles (+18,259)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,309 miles
    Test number
    369116073215
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass55,050 miles (+13,648)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,050 miles
    Test number
    909122952230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,402 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,402 miles
    Test number
    297545261236
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteOffside rear bush mounting supporting differential is missing

  16. Fail41,387 miles2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,387 miles
    Test number
    176805261273
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear bush mounting supporting differential is missing

Questions about LS08 FPL

Does LS08 FPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS08 FPL expired on 29 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS08 FPL?
The MOT on LS08 FPL expired on 29 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS08 FPL done?
LS08 FPL was recorded at 183,244 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2023, an average of 12,491 miles a year.
Has LS08 FPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 FPL has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LS08 FPL 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 LS08 FPL find?
LS08 FPL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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