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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LS12 XZLMOT history

LS12 XZL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 2 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 114,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2026.

LS12 XZL black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jul 2027
Mileage
114,604 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XZL
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
2 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XZL was last recorded at 114,604 miles on 12 Jul 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,587 miles · 11 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
7,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,604 miles
  • 2025 – 107,432 miles
  • 2024 – 101,736 miles
  • 2023 – 93,981 miles
  • 2022 – 86,965 miles
  • 2021 – 80,418 miles
  • 2020 – 75,135 miles
  • 2019 – 69,340 miles
  • 2018 – 58,890 miles
  • 2017 – 49,903 miles
  • 2016 – 42,102 miles
  • 2015 – 35,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,604 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n\s\r & o\s\f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Coercers + shields fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Handbrake travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,604 miles (+17)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    114,604 miles
    Test number
    352061542848
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n\s\r & o\s\f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail114,587 miles (+7,155)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,587 miles
    Test number
    262515877791
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n\s\r & o\s\f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass107,432 miles (+5,696)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    107,432 miles
    Test number
    483019062645
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass101,736 miles (+7,755)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    101,736 miles
    Test number
    403383060014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass93,981 miles (+11)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    93,981 miles
    Test number
    786012667018
    • MinorOffside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective tapped over (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoercers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
  6. Fail93,970 miles (+7,005)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,970 miles
    Test number
    319053124604
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp lens seriously defective cracked / sharp edges (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoercers + shields fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
  7. Pass86,965 miles (+6,547)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    86,965 miles
    Test number
    631739029480
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass80,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    80,418 miles
    Test number
    372160521034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail80,418 miles (+5,283)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,418 miles
    Test number
    723349006466
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass75,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    75,135 miles
    Test number
    664590901716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,135 miles (+5,795)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,135 miles
    Test number
    356923582041
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm N/S/R & O/S/R (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass69,340 miles (+10,450)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,340 miles
    Test number
    370686290009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,890 miles
    Test number
    181276656709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,890 miles (+8,987)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,890 miles
    Test number
    545276998487
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass49,903 miles (+7,801)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,903 miles
    Test number
    918989607537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,102 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,102 miles
    Test number
    788263735715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,059 miles (+6,653)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,059 miles
    Test number
    940701688362
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  18. Pass35,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    35,406 miles
    Test number
    988753105156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 XZL

Does LS12 XZL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 XZL is valid until 11 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XZL?
The MOT on LS12 XZL is valid until 11 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 XZL done?
LS12 XZL was recorded at 114,604 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2026, an average of 7,042 miles a year.
Has LS12 XZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XZL has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 XZL 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 XZL find?
LS12 XZL passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin n\s\r & o\s\f.

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