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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 2,199 cc

L52 DFDMOT history

L52 DFD is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 142,620 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
142,620 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L52 DFD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L52 DFD was last recorded at 142,620 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,613 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,620 miles
  • 2025 – 142,267 miles
  • 2017 – 141,590 miles
  • 2016 – 141,054 miles
  • 2015 – 140,399 miles
  • 2014 – 140,106 miles
  • 2013 – 138,085 miles
  • 2011 – 132,123 miles
  • 2010 – 125,058 miles
  • 2008 – 116,851 miles
  • 2006 – 106,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,620 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,620 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    142,620 miles
    Test number
    756078783397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail142,613 miles (+346)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,613 miles
    Test number
    633041592885
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,267 miles (+677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    142,267 miles
    Test number
    547835244561
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass141,590 miles (+536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    141,590 miles
    Test number
    140264676833
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  5. Pass141,054 miles (+655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    141,054 miles
    Test number
    261305056295
    • AdvisoryFUEL PIPES

  6. Pass140,399 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    140,399 miles
    Test number
    797910555127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail140,394 miles (+288)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,394 miles
    Test number
    287121235421
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  8. Pass140,106 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    140,106 miles
    Test number
    805864474086
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  9. Fail140,080 miles (+17)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,080 miles
    Test number
    916572874098
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Fail140,063 miles (+1,978)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,063 miles
    Test number
    585219124094
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  11. Pass138,085 miles (+92)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    138,085 miles
    Test number
    669174513057
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe missing

  12. Fail137,993 miles (+5,870)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,993 miles
    Test number
    297488903062
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe missing

  13. Pass132,123 miles (+7,065)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    132,123 miles
    Test number
    465575961457
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Pass125,058 miles (+39)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    125,058 miles
    Test number
    854285950394
    • NoteFront to rear metal fuel pipes coroded.
    • NoteN/S/R Metal brake pipe coroded.
    • NoteRear tyres worn.
    • NoteRear tyres worn.

  15. Fail125,019 miles (+8,168)4 failures1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,019 miles
    Test number
    171857720316
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAuotobox - pipes leaking
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded

  16. Pass116,851 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    116,851 miles
    Test number
    363025718126
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront brake pads look to be worn slightly low

  17. Fail116,851 miles (+10,846)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,851 miles
    Test number
    273552518417
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureFront passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront brake pads look to be worn slightly low

  18. Pass106,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    106,005 miles
    Test number
    234208816334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail106,005 miles (+20)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,005 miles
    Test number
    432268516388
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Fail105,985 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,985 miles
    Test number
    401165786299
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/R brake hose ferrule corroding.
    • NoteRear section of exhaust corroded.

Questions about L52 DFD

Does L52 DFD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L52 DFD is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L52 DFD?
The MOT on L52 DFD is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L52 DFD done?
L52 DFD was recorded at 142,620 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 1,857 miles a year.
Has L52 DFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L52 DFD has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L52 DFD 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 L52 DFD find?
L52 DFD passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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