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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

LS16 FZKMOT history

LS16 FZK is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 159,641 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

LS16 FZK black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
159,641 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 FZK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 FZK was last recorded at 159,641 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 29,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
130,637 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
29,004 miles
Average per year
13,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,641 miles
  • 2024 – 130,637 miles
  • 2023 – 118,033 miles
  • 2022 – 106,700 miles
  • 2021 – 94,912 miles
  • 2020 – 84,475 miles
  • 2019 – 78,615 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,641 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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 MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,641 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    159,641 miles
    Test number
    457471982841
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. Fail159,641 miles (+29,004)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,641 miles
    Test number
    584138355989
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  3. Pass130,637 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    130,637 miles
    Test number
    251597659533
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail130,637 miles (+12,604)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,637 miles
    Test number
    268663448063
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass118,033 miles (+11,333)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,033 miles
    Test number
    327860295244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass106,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,700 miles
    Test number
    221719238586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail106,700 miles (+11,788)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,700 miles
    Test number
    168238234908
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass94,912 miles (+10,437)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    94,912 miles
    Test number
    310045941454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,475 miles (+5,860)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,475 miles
    Test number
    969581967879
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass78,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,615 miles
    Test number
    692863674494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,614 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,614 miles
    Test number
    473243654967
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LS16 FZK

Does LS16 FZK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 FZK is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS16 FZK?
The MOT on LS16 FZK is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 FZK done?
LS16 FZK was recorded at 159,641 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 13,130 miles a year.
Has LS16 FZK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 FZK has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS16 FZK 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 LS16 FZK find?
LS16 FZK passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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