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Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,950 cc

LS68 RCUMOT history

LS68 RCU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Sept 2018. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 88,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

LS68 RCU black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
88,572 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
16,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS68 RCU
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 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS68 RCU was last recorded at 88,572 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 5,274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,298 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,274 miles
Average per year
16,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,572 miles
  • 2025 – 83,298 miles
  • 2024 – 69,255 miles
  • 2023 – 40,480 miles
  • 2022 – 22,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,572 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 25 Feb 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,572 miles (+5,274)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    88,572 miles
    Test number
    536247544383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass83,298 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    83,298 miles
    Test number
    369217336879
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not holding
  3. Fail83,298 miles (+14,043)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,298 miles
    Test number
    187396725255
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts not holding
  4. Pass69,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    69,255 miles
    Test number
    337447387929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail69,253 miles (+28,773)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,253 miles
    Test number
    414114833412
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  6. Pass40,480 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    40,480 miles
    Test number
    853935137969
    • AdvisoryFront undertray missing and wires hanging from under both headlights
    • 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))
  7. Fail40,479 miles (+17,638)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,479 miles
    Test number
    156092143278
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen pipe broken on n/s/f bonnet (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront undertray missing and wires hanging from under both headlights
    • 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))
  8. Pass22,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    22,841 miles
    Test number
    106349903047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS68 RCU

Does LS68 RCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS68 RCU is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS68 RCU?
The MOT on LS68 RCU is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS68 RCU done?
LS68 RCU was recorded at 88,572 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 16,113 miles a year.
Has LS68 RCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS68 RCU has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LS68 RCU 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 RCU find?
LS68 RCU passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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