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Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,950 cc

LS68 HVLMOT history

LS68 HVL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Sept 2018. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 12 MOT tests, with 309,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

LS68 HVL black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
309,528 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
7 passed · 5 failed
Per year
57,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS68 HVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Sept 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS68 HVL was last recorded at 309,528 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 7,295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
302,233 miles · 27 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
7,295 miles
Average per year
57,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 309,528 miles
  • 2025 – 151,588 miles
  • 2023 – 106,816 miles
  • 2022 – 72,577 miles
  • 2021 – 16,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass309,528 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

12 tests since 1 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass309,528 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    309,528 miles
    Test number
    227453590562
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  2. Fail309,528 miles (+7,295)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    309,528 miles
    Test number
    757847610539
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  3. Pass302,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    302,233 miles
    Test number
    757319628240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail302,233 miles (+150,645)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    302,233 miles
    Test number
    645382853541
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  5. Pass151,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    151,588 miles
    Test number
    190444754178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass177,289 km (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    177,289 km
    Test number
    201491166873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail177,277 km (+70,449)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,277 km
    Test number
    798966077896
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass106,828 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    106,828 km
    Test number
    517099471322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Fail106,816 miles (+34,239)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,816 miles
    Test number
    622566143924
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass72,577 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,577 miles
    Test number
    366138655636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge onlimit (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail72,359 km1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,359 km
    Test number
    592185800136
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light On Dash
  12. Pass16,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    16,339 miles
    Test number
    436373194822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS68 HVL

Does LS68 HVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS68 HVL is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS68 HVL?
The MOT on LS68 HVL is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS68 HVL done?
LS68 HVL was recorded at 309,528 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 57,481 miles a year.
Has LS68 HVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS68 HVL has failed 5 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS68 HVL 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 LS68 HVL find?
LS68 HVL passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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