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Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

LS56 UGEMOT history

LS56 UGE is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 13 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 239,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2023.

LS56 UGE black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2023
Mileage
239,328 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 UGE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS56 UGE was last recorded at 239,328 miles on 15 Mar 2023, 6,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,639 miles · 23 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
6,689 miles
Average per year
12,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 239,328 miles
  • 2022 – 232,639 miles
  • 2021 – 226,601 miles
  • 2019 – 223,267 miles
  • 2018 – 214,135 miles
  • 2017 – 208,669 miles
  • 2016 – 198,667 miles
  • 2015 – 185,481 miles
  • 2014 – 172,345 miles
  • 2013 – 155,467 miles
  • 2012 – 146,956 miles
  • 2011 – 132,972 miles
  • 2010 – 103,467 miles
  • 2009 – 67,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail239,328 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorFront Lower Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • EML LIGHT ON

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail239,328 miles (+6,689)7 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,328 miles
    Test number
    676741417922
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Lower Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass232,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    232,639 miles
    Test number
    304045199821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail232,639 miles (+6,038)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,639 miles
    Test number
    421692808143
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON

  4. Pass226,601 miles (+3,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    226,601 miles
    Test number
    158121179953
    • AdvisoryALL DISCS SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON

  5. Pass223,267 miles (+9,132)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    223,267 miles
    Test number
    327898350872
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin CLOSE TO SENSOR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play BOTH FRONT LOWER (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel OUTER STEERING RACK END (TIE ROD) (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass214,135 miles (+5,466)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    214,135 miles
    Test number
    176763823074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear PARKING BRAKE REQUIRES ADJUSTMET
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO BRAKE FLEXE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective STABILSER BRACKET BROKEN BUT EXHAUST SECURE (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass208,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    208,669 miles
    Test number
    258336371178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail208,658 miles (+9,991)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,658 miles
    Test number
    291528099153
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass198,667 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    198,667 miles
    Test number
    912012425721
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Fail198,667 miles (+13,186)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,667 miles
    Test number
    472293090585
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass185,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    185,481 miles
    Test number
    422233404516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail185,481 miles (+13,136)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,481 miles
    Test number
    896343466522
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass172,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    172,345 miles
    Test number
    487199204424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail172,345 miles (+16,878)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,345 miles
    Test number
    689038404376
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass155,467 miles (+8,511)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    155,467 miles
    Test number
    517281903369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnable to check front brake pads with the wheels on

  16. Pass146,956 miles (+126)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    146,956 miles
    Test number
    225400112351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner edge

  17. Fail146,830 miles (+13,858)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,830 miles
    Test number
    456417102349
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Pass132,972 miles (+29,505)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    132,972 miles
    Test number
    828496081268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass103,467 miles (+35,495)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    103,467 miles
    Test number
    351025030395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,972 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    67,972 miles
    Test number
    873319049389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LS56 UGE

Does LS56 UGE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 UGE expired on 22 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 UGE?
The MOT on LS56 UGE expired on 22 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 UGE done?
LS56 UGE was recorded at 239,328 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2023, an average of 12,937 miles a year.
Has LS56 UGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 UGE has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LS56 UGE 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 UGE find?
LS56 UGE failed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2023 with 7 dangerous defects and 2 major defects: nearside front suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; nearside front tyre has ply or cords damaged; nearside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed, and 6 more.

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