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Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,148 cc

LS61 LNWMOT history

LS61 LNW is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 84,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

LS61 LNW black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
84,965 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,388 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 LNW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 LNW was last recorded at 84,965 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Oct 2020: 65,625 miles, lower than 98,673 miles on 2 Oct 2019.

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
84,948 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
4,388 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,965 miles
  • 2025 – 79,673 miles
  • 2024 – 74,753 miles
  • 2023 – 72,107 miles
  • 2022 – 70,345 miles
  • 2020 – 65,652 miles
  • 2019 – 98,673 miles
  • 2018 – 92,937 miles
  • 2017 – 53,165 miles
  • 2016 – 47,457 miles
  • 2015 – 40,815 miles
  • 2014 – 34,034 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,965 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2020–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,965 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    84,965 miles
    Test number
    855952511313
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail84,948 miles (+5,275)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,948 miles
    Test number
    997988729880
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass79,673 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    79,673 miles
    Test number
    625890912820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail79,656 miles (+4,903)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,656 miles
    Test number
    335932738931
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass74,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    74,753 miles
    Test number
    252707620601
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  6. Fail74,571 miles (+2,464)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,571 miles
    Test number
    598741987657
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass72,107 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    72,107 miles
    Test number
    990328990669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,093 miles (+1,748)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,093 miles
    Test number
    677277291765
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass70,345 miles (+4,693)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    70,345 miles
    Test number
    273315479627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,652 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,652 miles
    Test number
    911291368097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail65,648 miles (+23)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,648 miles
    Test number
    957413975989
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail65,625 miles (-33,048)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,625 miles
    Test number
    779070970299
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass98,673 miles (+5,736)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,673 miles
    Test number
    858629214506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,937 miles (+39,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    92,937 miles
    Test number
    854195015970
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-40-18 (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass53,165 miles (+5,708)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,165 miles
    Test number
    809298511243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,457 miles (+6,642)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    47,457 miles
    Test number
    849084408128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,815 miles (+6,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    40,815 miles
    Test number
    424944669291
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass34,034 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    34,034 miles
    Test number
    748134344200
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS61 LNW

Does LS61 LNW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 LNW is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 LNW?
The MOT on LS61 LNW is valid until 11 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 LNW done?
LS61 LNW was recorded at 84,965 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 4,388 miles a year.
Has LS61 LNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 LNW has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 LNW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS61 LNW find?
LS61 LNW passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing smooth on inner edge.

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