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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LS12 SPUMOT history

LS12 SPU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 134,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

LS12 SPU black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
134,423 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 SPU
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
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 SPU was last recorded at 134,423 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 2,376 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,047 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,376 miles
Average per year
9,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,423 miles
  • 2025 – 132,047 miles
  • 2024 – 126,737 miles
  • 2023 – 122,030 miles
  • 2022 – 114,702 miles
  • 2021 – 101,174 miles
  • 2020 – 91,180 miles
  • 2019 – 79,468 miles
  • 2018 – 65,436 miles
  • 2016 – 51,020 miles
  • 2015 – 37,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,423 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 Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,423 miles (+2,376)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    134,423 miles
    Test number
    774191349717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass132,047 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    132,047 miles
    Test number
    220211989150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Fail132,011 miles (+5,274)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,011 miles
    Test number
    498203990253
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Pass126,737 miles (+61)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    126,737 miles
    Test number
    903638278633
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryTested in a wet condition
  5. Fail126,676 miles (+4,646)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,676 miles
    Test number
    463307465196
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryTested in a wet condition
  6. Pass122,030 miles (+7,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,030 miles
    Test number
    622039004475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass114,702 miles (+13,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    114,702 miles
    Test number
    477541444235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass101,174 miles (+9,994)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    101,174 miles
    Test number
    745949910725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,180 miles (+11,712)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    91,180 miles
    Test number
    252369703212
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront wipers streaking / smearing
  10. Pass79,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    79,468 miles
    Test number
    400834868113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    79,468 miles
    Test number
    736532823656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,468 miles (+14,032)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,468 miles
    Test number
    570981747174
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass65,436 miles (+14,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    65,436 miles
    Test number
    408599799129
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass51,020 miles (+13,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,020 miles
    Test number
    660186636707
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin brakes worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyres close to limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass37,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    37,432 miles
    Test number
    691652835511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 SPU

Does LS12 SPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 SPU is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 SPU?
The MOT on LS12 SPU is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 SPU done?
LS12 SPU was recorded at 134,423 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 9,432 miles a year.
Has LS12 SPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 SPU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 SPU 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 SPU find?
LS12 SPU passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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