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White · Diesel · 2011 · 2,987 cc

LS61 VBYMOT history

LS61 VBY is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 20 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 72,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

LS61 VBY white Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,780 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 VBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 VBY was last recorded at 72,780 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 2,280 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,500 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,280 miles
Average per year
4,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,780 miles
  • 2025 – 70,500 miles
  • 2022 – 66,999 miles
  • 2021 – 60,362 miles
  • 2020 – 54,833 miles
  • 2019 – 47,075 miles
  • 2018 – 39,439 miles
  • 2017 – 33,079 miles
  • 2016 – 26,908 miles
  • 2014 – 20,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,780 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 20 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,780 miles (+2,280)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,780 miles
    Test number
    519710809066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,500 miles (+3,501)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    70,500 miles
    Test number
    984995191720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass66,999 miles (+6,637)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    66,999 miles
    Test number
    172450734342
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system will require adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outside wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords being exposed on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass60,362 miles (+5,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    60,362 miles
    Test number
    593344197793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass54,833 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,833 miles
    Test number
    625884648799
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail54,827 miles (+7,752)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,827 miles
    Test number
    914920457430
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass47,075 miles (+7,636)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,075 miles
    Test number
    301950062596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,439 miles (+6,360)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    39,439 miles
    Test number
    833843682111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass33,079 miles (+6,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,079 miles
    Test number
    371295924543
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass26,908 miles (+6,830)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    26,908 miles
    Test number
    431918862594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,078 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    20,078 miles
    Test number
    346963994272
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDamage to both n/s tyres

Questions about LS61 VBY

Does LS61 VBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 VBY is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 VBY?
The MOT on LS61 VBY is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 VBY done?
LS61 VBY was recorded at 72,780 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 4,674 miles a year.
Has LS61 VBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 VBY has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LS61 VBY 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 VBY find?
LS61 VBY passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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