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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,143 cc

LS59 VWLMOT history

LS59 VWL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 3 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 142,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

LS59 VWL black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
142,640 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 VWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
3 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 VWL was last recorded at 142,640 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,633 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
8,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,640 miles
  • 2025 – 130,734 miles
  • 2024 – 116,845 miles
  • 2023 – 103,007 miles
  • 2022 – 92,450 miles
  • 2021 – 83,546 miles
  • 2020 – 74,383 miles
  • 2019 – 59,826 miles
  • 2018 – 53,931 miles
  • 2017 – 46,614 miles
  • 2016 – 40,488 miles
  • 2014 – 36,431 miles
  • 2013 – 32,741 miles
  • 2012 – 26,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,640 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,640 miles (+7)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    142,640 miles
    Test number
    888285205156
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail142,633 miles (+11,899)2 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,633 miles
    Test number
    174359699533
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass130,734 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    130,734 miles
    Test number
    853186638871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail130,734 miles (+13,889)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,734 miles
    Test number
    900627054593
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass116,845 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    116,845 miles
    Test number
    354221709265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail116,837 miles (+13,830)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,837 miles
    Test number
    347296151046
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  7. Pass103,007 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    103,007 miles
    Test number
    493003804814
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail103,002 miles (+10,552)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,002 miles
    Test number
    652962922502
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass92,450 miles (+8,904)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,450 miles
    Test number
    867648489671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,546 miles (+9,163)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    83,546 miles
    Test number
    757191121075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    74,383 miles
    Test number
    233289405440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,383 miles (+14,557)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,383 miles
    Test number
    233217435239
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass59,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,826 miles
    Test number
    210562550271
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Fail59,820 miles (+5,889)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,820 miles
    Test number
    859937591543
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass53,931 miles (+7,317)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,931 miles
    Test number
    698248677720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass46,614 miles (+6,126)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,614 miles
    Test number
    226281421460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,488 miles (+4,057)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,488 miles
    Test number
    946585309180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,431 miles (+3,690)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    36,431 miles
    Test number
    506530814338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,741 miles (+6,737)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    32,741 miles
    Test number
    177628813304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,004 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    26,004 miles
    Test number
    197991712323
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS59 VWL

Does LS59 VWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 VWL is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 VWL?
The MOT on LS59 VWL is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 VWL done?
LS59 VWL was recorded at 142,640 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 8,789 miles a year.
Has LS59 VWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 VWL has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS59 VWL 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 LS59 VWL find?
LS59 VWL passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm, and 2 more.

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