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Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LS12 ZSLMOT history

LS12 ZSL is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 103,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

LS12 ZSL grey Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
103,529 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,977 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LS12 ZSL was last recorded at 103,529 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 5,299 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
98,230 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,299 miles
Average per year
6,977 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,529 miles
  • 2025 – 98,230 miles
  • 2024 – 89,315 miles
  • 2023 – 81,557 miles
  • 2022 – 79,823 miles
  • 2021 – 77,410 miles
  • 2020 – 76,033 miles
  • 2019 – 71,226 miles
  • 2018 – 66,114 miles
  • 2017 – 54,215 miles
  • 2016 – 39,516 miles
  • 2015 – 27,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,529 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine top and bottom cover fitted.

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.

  • Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine cover fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Under trays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 31 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,529 miles (+5,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    103,529 miles
    Test number
    297586135419
    • AdvisoryEngine top and bottom cover fitted.
  2. Pass98,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    98,230 miles
    Test number
    812105791978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,230 miles (+8,915)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,230 miles
    Test number
    970896623671
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Pass89,315 miles (+7,758)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    89,315 miles
    Test number
    995757623687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,557 miles (+1,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    81,557 miles
    Test number
    422127311681
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass79,823 miles (+2,413)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,823 miles
    Test number
    403430972752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,410 miles (+1,377)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,410 miles
    Test number
    393564232858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,033 miles (+4,807)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    76,033 miles
    Test number
    635170215424
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.
  9. Pass71,226 miles (+5,112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    71,226 miles
    Test number
    545231668037
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.
  10. Pass66,114 miles (+11,899)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,114 miles
    Test number
    696557247494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,215 miles (+14,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,215 miles
    Test number
    177443124821
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass39,516 miles (+11,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    39,516 miles
    Test number
    547135883701
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass27,929 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,929 miles
    Test number
    106960295424
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteWipers deteriorated
  14. Fail27,904 miles4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,904 miles
    Test number
    206480695064
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on edges close to cords
    • NoteWipers deteriorated

Questions about LS12 ZSL

Does LS12 ZSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 ZSL is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 ZSL?
The MOT on LS12 ZSL is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 ZSL done?
LS12 ZSL was recorded at 103,529 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 6,977 miles a year.
Has LS12 ZSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 ZSL has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 ZSL 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 ZSL find?
LS12 ZSL passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: engine top and bottom cover fitted..

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