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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,143 cc

LS61 FLEMOT history

LS61 FLE is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 153,172 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

LS61 FLE black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
153,172 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 FLE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 FLE was last recorded at 153,172 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,157 miles · 21 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
7,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,172 miles
  • 2024 – 149,097 miles
  • 2023 – 145,154 miles
  • 2022 – 140,684 miles
  • 2021 – 133,280 miles
  • 2020 – 124,791 miles
  • 2019 – 112,148 miles
  • 2018 – 108,945 miles
  • 2017 – 98,456 miles
  • 2015 – 94,404 miles
  • 2014 – 68,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,172 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Bumper damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play o/s, n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s, n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,172 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    153,172 miles
    Test number
    144997588179
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail153,157 miles (+4,060)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,157 miles
    Test number
    188136593686
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass149,097 miles (+1,147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    149,097 miles
    Test number
    644457077479
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play o/s, n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s, n/s (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail147,950 miles (+2,796)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,950 miles
    Test number
    518103997214
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play o/s, n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s, n/s (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass145,154 miles (+4,470)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,154 miles
    Test number
    386813644636
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  6. Pass140,684 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    140,684 miles
    Test number
    480377107478
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail140,684 miles (+7,404)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,684 miles
    Test number
    883944001544
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass133,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    133,280 miles
    Test number
    884126459229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail133,280 miles (+8,489)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,280 miles
    Test number
    878603950578
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass124,791 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    124,791 miles
    Test number
    706319165866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail124,790 miles (+12,642)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,790 miles
    Test number
    483254575650
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass112,148 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,148 miles
    Test number
    241232777757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail112,114 miles (+3,169)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,114 miles
    Test number
    308812490135
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  14. Pass108,945 miles (+10,489)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    108,945 miles
    Test number
    282841214703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,456 miles (+4,052)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    98,456 miles
    Test number
    696809031444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,404 miles (+6,542)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    94,404 miles
    Test number
    228352475567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass87,862 miles (+19,181)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,862 miles
    Test number
    718282985141
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass68,681 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,681 miles
    Test number
    708466594144
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn/lipped
    • NoteRear brake discs worn/lipped

Questions about LS61 FLE

Does LS61 FLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 FLE is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 FLE?
The MOT on LS61 FLE is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 FLE done?
LS61 FLE was recorded at 153,172 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 7,178 miles a year.
Has LS61 FLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 FLE has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 FLE 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 LS61 FLE find?
LS61 FLE passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: rear bumper damaged; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s-n/s.

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