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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

LS56 KUTMOT history

LS56 KUT is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 133,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

LS56 KUT black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
133,722 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 KUT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 KUT was last recorded at 133,722 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,714 miles · 20 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,722 miles
  • 2025 – 131,055 miles
  • 2024 – 128,820 miles
  • 2023 – 127,691 miles
  • 2022 – 126,086 miles
  • 2021 – 124,508 miles
  • 2020 – 121,750 miles
  • 2019 – 120,511 miles
  • 2018 – 119,213 miles
  • 2017 – 118,142 miles
  • 2016 – 115,125 miles
  • 2015 – 109,618 miles
  • 2014 – 101,735 miles
  • 2013 – 93,355 miles
  • 2012 – 79,285 miles
  • 2011 – 60,719 miles
  • 2010 – 49,671 miles
  • 2009 – 35,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,722 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust mounting defective FRONT AND REAR MOUNTING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material STRONG ADVISE TO BOTH FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,722 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    133,722 miles
    Test number
    766207072988
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  2. Fail133,714 miles (+2,659)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,714 miles
    Test number
    619586986831
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of an obligatory external mirror (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  3. Pass131,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    131,055 miles
    Test number
    232429383534
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail131,055 miles (+2,235)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,055 miles
    Test number
    317033585632
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass128,820 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    128,820 miles
    Test number
    629767378665
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail128,820 miles (+1,129)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,820 miles
    Test number
    392947803335
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass127,691 miles (+34)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    127,691 miles
    Test number
    171494920331
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective FRONT AND REAR MOUNTING (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material STRONG ADVISE TO BOTH FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  8. Fail127,657 miles (+1,571)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,657 miles
    Test number
    877304918285
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH FRONT BALL JOINT GAITORS SPLIT (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn FRONT LOWER REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective FRONT AND REAR MOUNTING (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material STRONG ADVISE TO BOTH FRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass126,086 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    126,086 miles
    Test number
    182042761960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective also in middle but still secure for at the moment (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Fail126,067 miles (+1,559)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,067 miles
    Test number
    368054699341
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both side, because faded lenses (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective also in middle but still secure for at the moment (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass124,508 miles (+2,758)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    124,508 miles
    Test number
    394154122829
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose
  12. Pass121,750 miles (+1,239)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    121,750 miles
    Test number
    199901287394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass120,511 miles (+1,298)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    120,511 miles
    Test number
    962483263670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass119,213 miles (+1,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,213 miles
    Test number
    521976467740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Heat shield insecure
  15. Pass118,142 miles (+3,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    118,142 miles
    Test number
    568583870570
    • AdvisoryBoth centre exhaust bracket broken,bar between both rear exhaust pipes missing corrosion to parts of exhaust system,Recommend a repair or replacement
  16. Pass115,125 miles (+5,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    115,125 miles
    Test number
    470956108947
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
  17. Pass109,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    109,618 miles
    Test number
    505759015247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail109,618 miles (+7,883)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,618 miles
    Test number
    359399215279
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass101,735 miles (+8,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    101,735 miles
    Test number
    138029234255
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass93,355 miles (+14,070)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,355 miles
    Test number
    819475713272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,285 miles (+18,566)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,285 miles
    Test number
    356663712407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    60,719 miles
    Test number
    348591101280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,719 miles (+11,048)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,719 miles
    Test number
    597139591133
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
  24. Pass49,671 miles (+14,404)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,671 miles
    Test number
    881026310298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,267 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,267 miles
    Test number
    931672479297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail35,262 miles1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,262 miles
    Test number
    511811879209
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack inner joint but not to excess at present

Questions about LS56 KUT

Does LS56 KUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 KUT is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 KUT?
The MOT on LS56 KUT is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 KUT done?
LS56 KUT was recorded at 133,722 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 5,816 miles a year.
Has LS56 KUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 KUT has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 KUT 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 LS56 KUT find?
LS56 KUT passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak.

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