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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LS12 GUOMOT history

LS12 GUO is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 24 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 76,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

LS12 GUO black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
76,909 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 GUO
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
24 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 GUO was last recorded at 76,909 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,871 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
6,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,909 miles
  • 2024 – 65,291 miles
  • 2023 – 58,765 miles
  • 2022 – 53,898 miles
  • 2021 – 48,408 miles
  • 2020 – 44,954 miles
  • 2019 – 38,355 miles
  • 2018 – 28,155 miles
  • 2017 – 17,263 miles
  • 2016 – 13,840 miles
  • 2015 – 10,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,909 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine top ,under and sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,909 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    76,909 miles
    Test number
    567096760787
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Fail76,871 miles (+11,580)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,871 miles
    Test number
    512341454652
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Front. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass65,291 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    65,291 miles
    Test number
    730643229451
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm uneven wear. recommend new tyre and tracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake release catch damaged but still operational
  4. Fail65,291 miles (+6,526)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,291 miles
    Test number
    851913588633
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm uneven wear. recommend new tyre and tracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake release catch damaged but still operational
  5. Pass58,765 miles (+4,853)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    58,765 miles
    Test number
    809625236098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,912 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    53,912 miles
    Test number
    363841104048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,898 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    53,898 miles
    Test number
    616631323285
    • AdvisoryEngine top ,under and sill covers fitted
  8. Fail53,893 miles (+871)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,893 miles
    Test number
    974757781188
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine top ,under and sill covers fitted
  9. Pass53,022 miles (+4,614)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    53,022 miles
    Test number
    446944714856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,408 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    48,408 miles
    Test number
    551634194273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,376 miles (+3,422)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    48,376 miles
    Test number
    924577115610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,954 miles (+6,599)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    44,954 miles
    Test number
    417329666318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    38,355 miles
    Test number
    208608246914
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Fail38,355 miles (+10,200)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,355 miles
    Test number
    553170017416
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass28,155 miles (+10,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    28,155 miles
    Test number
    520716219119
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass17,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    17,263 miles
    Test number
    831660650900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail17,263 miles (+3,423)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,263 miles
    Test number
    938145345763
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass13,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    13,840 miles
    Test number
    759984849979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail13,840 miles (+3,171)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,840 miles
    Test number
    106256958781
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass10,669 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    10,669 miles
    Test number
    216443165035
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit (255/35/18y)

Questions about LS12 GUO

Does LS12 GUO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 GUO is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 GUO?
The MOT on LS12 GUO is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 GUO done?
LS12 GUO was recorded at 76,909 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 6,108 miles a year.
Has LS12 GUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 GUO has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 GUO 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 GUO find?
LS12 GUO passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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