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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

LS61 FFVMOT history

LS61 FFV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 29 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 113,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

LS61 FFV black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
113,390 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 FFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 FFV was last recorded at 113,390 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Sept 2020: 63,735 miles, lower than 69,700 miles on 9 Sept 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
113,376 miles · 29 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
7,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,390 miles
  • 2025 – 106,997 miles
  • 2024 – 102,811 miles
  • 2023 – 96,036 miles
  • 2022 – 87,355 miles
  • 2021 – 78,008 miles
  • 2020 – 63,735 miles
  • 2019 – 62,851 miles
  • 2018 – 57,874 miles
  • 2017 – 47,183 miles
  • 2016 – 40,297 miles
  • 2015 – 26,849 miles
  • 2014 – 25,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,390 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,390 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    113,390 miles
    Test number
    850988812988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail113,376 miles (+6,379)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,376 miles
    Test number
    708561187676
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 265/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass106,997 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    106,997 miles
    Test number
    146868556528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail106,995 miles (+4,184)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,995 miles
    Test number
    347058333864
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass102,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    102,811 miles
    Test number
    369784668997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail102,811 miles (+6,775)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,811 miles
    Test number
    307180052848
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass96,036 miles (+8,681)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    96,036 miles
    Test number
    137441270485
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass87,355 miles (+9,347)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,355 miles
    Test number
    946670469647
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass78,008 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    982333895897
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edges & 2.5mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Fail78,008 miles (+14,273)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    357156398412
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on edges & 2.5mm approx (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass63,735 miles (-5,965)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,735 miles
    Test number
    822764353008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,700 miles (+6,849)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,700 miles
    Test number
    899912334875
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  13. Pass62,851 miles (+4,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,851 miles
    Test number
    774990120836
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres at 3mm
  14. Pass57,874 miles (+4,329)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    57,874 miles
    Test number
    813597008883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,545 miles (+6,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    53,545 miles
    Test number
    344257880007
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on.
  16. Pass47,183 miles (+6,886)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,183 miles
    Test number
    200507680705
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR BRAKE,S GETTING LOW
    • AdvisoryFront 2 TYRES PERISHING
    • AdvisoryRear 2REAR TYRES WORN LOW 3/4 MM
  17. Pass40,297 miles (+13,448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    40,297 miles
    Test number
    496088584220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
  18. Pass26,849 miles (+1,473)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    26,849 miles
    Test number
    838761245060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    25,376 miles
    Test number
    665699154229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 FFV

Does LS61 FFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 FFV is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 FFV?
The MOT on LS61 FFV is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 FFV done?
LS61 FFV was recorded at 113,390 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 7,300 miles a year.
Has LS61 FFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 FFV has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 FFV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS61 FFV find?
LS61 FFV passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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