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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,996 cc

LS55 FXUMOT history

LS55 FXU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 29 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 168,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

LS55 FXU silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
168,857 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,313 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 FXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 FXU was last recorded at 168,857 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,848 miles · 31 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
8,313 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,857 miles
  • 2025 – 158,598 miles
  • 2024 – 148,229 miles
  • 2023 – 139,102 miles
  • 2022 – 129,241 miles
  • 2021 – 119,248 miles
  • 2020 – 105,251 miles
  • 2019 – 92,868 miles
  • 2018 – 75,622 miles
  • 2017 – 60,487 miles
  • 2016 – 44,102 miles
  • 2015 – 40,458 miles
  • 2014 – 37,602 miles
  • 2013 – 34,832 miles
  • 2012 – 32,027 miles
  • 2011 – 29,708 miles
  • 2010 – 27,096 miles
  • 2009 – 23,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,857 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted Obscuring Some ComponentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded And Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded And Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted Obscuring Some ComponentsRecorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,857 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    168,857 miles
    Test number
    287152913109
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted Obscuring Some Components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded And Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded And Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

  2. Fail168,848 miles (+199)1 dangerous2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,848 miles
    Test number
    579296250461
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Will Not Seal Securely (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted Obscuring Some Components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded And Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded Heavily Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded And Worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted Obscuring Some Components

  3. Fail168,649 miles (+10,051)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,649 miles
    Test number
    532488957678
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass158,598 miles (+10,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    158,598 miles
    Test number
    461777974459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass148,229 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    148,229 miles
    Test number
    212246234536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail148,227 miles (+9,125)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,227 miles
    Test number
    904961607219
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass139,102 miles (+9,861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    139,102 miles
    Test number
    227839184097
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass129,241 miles (+9,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    129,241 miles
    Test number
    472166456157
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass119,248 miles (+13,997)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    119,248 miles
    Test number
    670845660291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,251 miles (+12,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    105,251 miles
    Test number
    423662823147
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front axle tyres wearing on inside edge.

  11. Pass92,868 miles (+17,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    92,868 miles
    Test number
    172161764182
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear axle tyres wearing on inside edge.

  12. Pass75,622 miles (+15,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,622 miles
    Test number
    676827219150
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear exhaust bracket broken.

  13. Pass60,487 miles (+16,385)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,487 miles
    Test number
    784878371290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,102 miles (+777)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,102 miles
    Test number
    805544540113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,325 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    43,325 miles
    Test number
    427249750088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail43,325 miles (+2,867)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,325 miles
    Test number
    514925405692
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2454018 Y (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass40,458 miles (+2,856)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,458 miles
    Test number
    105404835062
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail37,602 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,602 miles
    Test number
    635593144004
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteSlight corrosioin on all 4 brake discs

  19. Pass37,602 miles (+2,770)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    37,602 miles
    Test number
    879883344093
    • NoteSlight corrosioin on all 4 brake discs

  20. Pass34,832 miles (+2,805)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    34,832 miles
    Test number
    798645913057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,027 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    32,027 miles
    Test number
    485831712007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,708 miles (+2,612)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,708 miles
    Test number
    947685121081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,096 miles (+3,839)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    27,096 miles
    Test number
    380805210061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    23,257 miles
    Test number
    623990039012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,975 km
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    36,975 km
    Test number
    930873028378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 FXU

Does LS55 FXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 FXU is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 FXU?
The MOT on LS55 FXU is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 FXU done?
LS55 FXU was recorded at 168,857 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 8,313 miles a year.
Has LS55 FXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 FXU has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 FXU 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 LS55 FXU find?
LS55 FXU passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: engine covers fitted obscuring some components; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and worn, and 5 more.

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