Mercedes 609
Grey · Diesel · 1993 · 3,972 cc
L52 MWJMOT history
L52 MWJ is a grey diesel Mercedes 609 first used on 24 Sept 1993. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 551,845 km recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 25 Jun 2026
- Mileage
- 551,845 km
- At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 25
- 14 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 45 km
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L52 MWJ
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes
- Model
- 609
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 3,972 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1993
- First used
- 24 Sept 1993
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 10 Aug 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
L52 MWJ was last recorded at 551,845 km on 10 Aug 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 10 Aug 2026: 551,845 km, lower than 551,848 km on 26 Jun 2025.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 551,848 km · 26 Jun 2025
- Average per year
- 45 km
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 551,845 km
- 2025 – 551,848 km
- 2022 – 551,845 km
- 2021 – 551,845 km
- 2019 – 551,845 km
- 2018 – 551,845 km
- 2015 – 551,828 km
- 2014 – 551,818 km
- 2009 – 551,043 km
- 2008 – 551,018 km
What the latest MOT found
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
- MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Center joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Service brake efficiency below requirements
Major3 MOTs, 2018–2019
Front Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside general corrosion to body inner arch areas etc
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner arch areas and rear body/valances corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all front and rear all nearside and offside general corrosion around mounts
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
25 tests since 27 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail551,845 km (-3)9 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,845 km
- Test number
- 664419247713
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Center joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Pass551,848 km6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 551,848 km
- Test number
- 794898398108
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside general corrosion to body inner arch areas etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner arch areas and rear body/valances corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all front and rear all nearside and offside general corrosion around mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryAll rubber body mount bush worn/perished
- AdvisoryHand brake leaver travel high
Fail551,848 km (+3)3 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,848 km
- Test number
- 328314838880
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside general corrosion to body inner arch areas etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner arch areas and rear body/valances corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all front and rear all nearside and offside general corrosion around mounts (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryAll rubber body mount bush worn/perished
- AdvisoryHand brake leaver travel high only just met requirements
Pass551,845 km1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 551,845 km
- Test number
- 363479281825
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure corroded/n/s/f inner door handle damaged
Fail551,845 km3 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,845 km
- Test number
- 733614605726
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure corroded/n/s/f inner door handle damaged
Pass551,845 km5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 551,845 km
- Test number
- 557411512281
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail551,845 km5 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,845 km
- Test number
- 962322578013
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass551,845 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 551,845 miles
- Test number
- 654699205060
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail551,845 km1 dangerous4 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,845 km
- Test number
- 785657409951
- DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Pass551,845 km
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 551,845 km
- Test number
- 486205326790
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail551,845 km1 dangerous15 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,845 km
- Test number
- 524308769583
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorProp shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail551,845 km11 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,845 km
- Test number
- 123192639637
- MajorFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass551,845 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2018
- Odometer
- 551,845 miles
- Test number
- 929545608318
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass551,844 miles (+16)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2017
- Odometer
- 551,844 miles
- Test number
- 276901389100
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass551,828 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2016
- Odometer
- 551,828 miles
- Test number
- 286488645155
- NoteWhen steering it is slightly stiff
- NoteSlight bind on back brakes
Fail551,828 km (+10)2 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,828 km
- Test number
- 817447745151
- FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- NoteSlight bind on back brakes
- NoteSteering is slightly stiff
Pass551,818 km4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 551,818 km
- Test number
- 757974764026
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass551,785 miles (+40)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 551,785 miles
- Test number
- 355508612344
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryRear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteOil leak
Pass551,745 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 551,745 miles
- Test number
- 128637971279
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail551,740 miles (+313)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,740 miles
- Test number
- 726217371244
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail551,427 miles2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,427 miles
- Test number
- 224486870135
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
Pass551,427 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 551,427 miles
- Test number
- 371396870143
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
Fail551,043 km3 repaired8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 551,043 km
- Test number
- 470393759100
- Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Pass551,043 km (+25)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 551,043 km
- Test number
- 894143459137
- AdvisoryNearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Pass551,018 km
- MOT expiry
- 26 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 551,018 km
- Test number
- 450977088064
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L52 MWJ
- Does L52 MWJ currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L52 MWJ expired on 25 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L52 MWJ?
- The MOT on L52 MWJ expired on 25 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L52 MWJ done?
- L52 MWJ was recorded at 551,845 km at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 45 km a year.
- Has L52 MWJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L52 MWJ has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
- Has the mileage on L52 MWJ ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on L52 MWJ find?
- L52 MWJ failed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside front track rod end ball joint has excessive play; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn, and 11 more.
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