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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LS12 GRFMOT history

LS12 GRF is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 29 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 148,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

LS12 GRF black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
148,796 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,834 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 GRF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 GRF was last recorded at 148,796 miles on 26 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,796 miles · 18 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,834 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,796 miles
  • 2024 – 139,884 miles
  • 2023 – 126,749 miles
  • 2022 – 115,867 miles
  • 2021 – 104,276 miles
  • 2020 – 91,148 miles
  • 2019 – 80,477 miles
  • 2017 – 70,529 miles
  • 2016 – 59,518 miles
  • 2014 – 47,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,796 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    148,796 miles
    Test number
    671918629258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail148,796 miles (+8,912)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,796 miles
    Test number
    607859984130
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Zenon bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever inoperative Cable has broken (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Pass139,884 miles (+57)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    139,884 miles
    Test number
    319874284385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail139,827 miles (+13,078)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,827 miles
    Test number
    292929552939
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass126,749 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,749 miles
    Test number
    429659689150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail126,748 miles (+10,881)3 dangerous5 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,748 miles
    Test number
    196182912212
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall 255/35ZR18 94W XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view Glass (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass115,867 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    115,867 miles
    Test number
    287572323515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail115,867 miles (+11,591)2 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,867 miles
    Test number
    254269359809
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass104,276 miles (+1,800)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    104,276 miles
    Test number
    201000937244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail102,476 miles (+11,328)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,476 miles
    Test number
    251980525052
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Road wheel fractured wheel rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass91,148 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    91,148 miles
    Test number
    795540081308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Fail91,148 miles (+10,671)4 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,148 miles
    Test number
    441002982077
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested unable to do traply brake performance test on public roads, due to condition of tyres (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass80,477 miles (+9,948)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    80,477 miles
    Test number
    592122174568
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass70,529 miles (+11,011)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,529 miles
    Test number
    128765258648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,518 miles (+12,309)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    59,518 miles
    Test number
    909362851494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    47,209 miles
    Test number
    696409324304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 GRF

Does LS12 GRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 GRF is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 GRF?
The MOT on LS12 GRF is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 GRF done?
LS12 GRF was recorded at 148,796 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 8,834 miles a year.
Has LS12 GRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 GRF has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 GRF 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 LS12 GRF find?
LS12 GRF passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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