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Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,987 cc

LT59 CTUMOT history

LT59 CTU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 14 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 112,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2022.

LT59 CTU silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2023
Mileage
112,796 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT59 CTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT59 CTU was last recorded at 112,796 miles on 13 Oct 2022, 9,248 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,548 miles · 12 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
9,248 miles
Average per year
8,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 112,796 miles
  • 2021 – 103,548 miles
  • 2020 – 98,657 miles
  • 2019 – 92,461 miles
  • 2018 – 85,578 miles
  • 2017 – 75,349 miles
  • 2016 – 69,012 miles
  • 2015 – 60,011 miles
  • 2014 – 56,489 miles
  • 2013 – 42,153 miles
  • 2012 – 30,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,796 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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 the legal limit on limits (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • N/s front wheel bearing slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,796 miles (+9,248)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    112,796 miles
    Test number
    360943467444
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass103,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,548 miles
    Test number
    812291223026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail103,548 miles (+4,891)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,548 miles
    Test number
    487209388533
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass98,657 miles (+6,196)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,657 miles
    Test number
    426659941174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass92,461 miles (+6,883)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,461 miles
    Test number
    291202536688
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe park Brake has only just met the required brake efficiency it appears the brake require service or adjustment

  6. Pass85,578 miles (+10,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    85,578 miles
    Test number
    906929713116
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass75,349 miles (+6,337)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,349 miles
    Test number
    795027808439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,012 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,012 miles
    Test number
    158051119009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s front wheel bearing slight play

  9. Fail69,008 miles (+8,997)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,008 miles
    Test number
    888487024616
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s front wheel bearing slight play

  10. Pass60,011 miles (+3,522)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,011 miles
    Test number
    257750435028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,489 miles (+14,336)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,489 miles
    Test number
    828444584230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass42,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    42,153 miles
    Test number
    446666293255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,153 miles (+11,363)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,153 miles
    Test number
    428856993222
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  14. Pass30,790 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,790 miles
    Test number
    818794732324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    30,579 miles
    Test number
    465750772269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT59 CTU

Does LT59 CTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT59 CTU expired on 15 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT59 CTU?
The MOT on LT59 CTU expired on 15 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT59 CTU done?
LT59 CTU was recorded at 112,796 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2022, an average of 8,185 miles a year.
Has LT59 CTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT59 CTU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LT59 CTU 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 LT59 CTU find?
LT59 CTU passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive; service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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