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Mercedes-Benz R-Class

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,987 cc

LS56 UGOMOT history

LS56 UGO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz R-Class first used on 8 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2025
Mileage
158,433 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2024
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 UGO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
R-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
8 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 UGO was last recorded at 158,433 miles on 17 Jul 2024, 7,753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,680 miles · 21 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
7,753 miles
Average per year
6,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 158,433 miles
  • 2023 – 150,680 miles
  • 2022 – 133,901 miles
  • 2021 – 133,852 miles
  • 2020 – 132,805 miles
  • 2019 – 132,782 miles
  • 2018 – 126,200 miles
  • 2017 – 123,935 miles
  • 2016 – 118,259 miles
  • 2015 – 112,771 miles
  • 2014 – 107,001 miles
  • 2013 – 98,459 miles
  • 2012 – 85,705 miles
  • 2011 – 71,002 miles
  • 2010 – 62,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,433 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • DPF securing bolt broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil in coolant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin also discs are lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,433 miles (+7,753)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    158,433 miles
    Test number
    347368878925
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,680 miles (+578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    150,680 miles
    Test number
    767194008088
    • AdvisoryDPF securing bolt broken
    • AdvisoryOil in coolant

  3. Fail150,102 miles (+16,201)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,102 miles
    Test number
    439239173333
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 0.7 (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDPF securing bolt broken
    • AdvisoryOil in coolant

  4. Pass133,901 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    133,901 miles
    Test number
    300200330232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail133,900 miles (+48)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,900 miles
    Test number
    836391965741
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass133,852 miles (+74)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    133,852 miles
    Test number
    882214761924
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail133,778 miles (+973)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,778 miles
    Test number
    374594800507
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass132,805 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,805 miles
    Test number
    146823801603
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin also discs are lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail132,792 miles (+10)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,792 miles
    Test number
    880441649121
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin also discs are lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail132,782 miles (+6,582)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,782 miles
    Test number
    526893700666
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass126,200 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    126,200 miles
    Test number
    514029008290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail126,130 miles (+2,195)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,130 miles
    Test number
    833873688721
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass123,935 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    123,935 miles
    Test number
    307782841912
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail123,935 miles (+5,676)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,935 miles
    Test number
    741753811870
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass118,259 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,259 miles
    Test number
    305099479473
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Fail118,257 miles (+5,486)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,257 miles
    Test number
    860631993812
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Pass112,771 miles (+5,770)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    112,771 miles
    Test number
    891917971475
    • Advisory2 rear childs seats fitted not allowing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges.. n/s worse..
    • AdvisoryHand brake reading low 17% and will require attention
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNo hand brake warning light
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRattle from under side possibly exhaust

  18. Pass107,001 miles (+8,542)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    107,001 miles
    Test number
    948669144348
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteMiddle section exhaust noisy

  19. Pass98,459 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    98,459 miles
    Test number
    997404443358
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail98,456 miles (+12,751)3 dangerous5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,456 miles
    Test number
    809384843335
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail85,705 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,705 miles
    Test number
    429535542399
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteWarning lamp illuminated on dash

  22. Pass85,705 miles (+14,703)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    85,705 miles
    Test number
    627145342318
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteWarning lamp illuminated on dash

  23. Pass71,002 miles (+3,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    71,002 miles
    Test number
    476275831454
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass67,364 miles (+4,884)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,364 miles
    Test number
    419268121004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,480 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    62,480 miles
    Test number
    424274610031
    • NoteN/S Rear tyre Tread Slightly Feathered.

  26. Fail62,480 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,480 miles
    Test number
    734524710038
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteN/S Rear tyre Tread Slightly Feathered.

Questions about LS56 UGO

Does LS56 UGO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 UGO expired on 20 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 UGO?
The MOT on LS56 UGO expired on 20 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 UGO done?
LS56 UGO was recorded at 158,433 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2024, an average of 6,615 miles a year.
Has LS56 UGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 UGO has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LS56 UGO 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 UGO find?
LS56 UGO passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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