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Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,143 cc

LS62 ELOMOT history

LS62 ELO is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 150,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

LS62 ELO black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
150,577 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS62 ELO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS62 ELO was last recorded at 150,577 miles on 6 May 2026, 15,477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,100 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
15,477 miles
Average per year
12,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,577 miles
  • 2025 – 135,100 miles
  • 2024 – 119,215 miles
  • 2023 – 101,709 miles
  • 2022 – 83,528 miles
  • 2021 – 69,729 miles
  • 2020 – 62,185 miles
  • 2019 – 46,205 miles
  • 2018 – 44,521 miles
  • 2017 – 34,809 miles
  • 2016 – 27,152 miles
  • 2015 – 20,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,577 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive undershields fitted, location unknown drips off shield

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,577 miles (+15,477)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    150,577 miles
    Test number
    579571016225
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass135,100 miles (+15,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    135,100 miles
    Test number
    157243145174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass119,215 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    119,215 miles
    Test number
    919933386461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive undershields fitted, location unknown drips off shield (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail119,209 miles (+17,500)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,209 miles
    Test number
    320487938055
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear of 2 arms. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive undershields fitted, location unknown drips off shield (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass101,709 miles (+18,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    101,709 miles
    Test number
    528177250557
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  6. Pass83,528 miles (+13,799)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    83,528 miles
    Test number
    387539647149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,729 miles (+7,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    69,729 miles
    Test number
    760274705884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass62,185 miles (+13)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    62,185 miles
    Test number
    771426940246
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  9. Fail62,172 miles (+15,967)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,172 miles
    Test number
    147765659150
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  10. Pass46,205 miles (+1,684)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,205 miles
    Test number
    152137249970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,521 miles (+9,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    44,521 miles
    Test number
    291744463288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass34,809 miles (+7,657)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    34,809 miles
    Test number
    124535769857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,152 miles (+6,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    27,152 miles
    Test number
    855328981485
    • 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)
  14. Pass20,643 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    20,643 miles
    Test number
    929082596750
    • AdvisoryCheck brake wear indicator illuminated
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin - Advise replacement
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer wall perished - Advise replacement
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre outer wall perished - Advise replacement
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing thin - Advise replacement
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

Questions about LS62 ELO

Does LS62 ELO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS62 ELO is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS62 ELO?
The MOT on LS62 ELO is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS62 ELO done?
LS62 ELO was recorded at 150,577 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 12,172 miles a year.
Has LS62 ELO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS62 ELO has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LS62 ELO 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 LS62 ELO find?
LS62 ELO passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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