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White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,799 cc

L52 VUFMOT history

L52 VUF is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 27 Jun 1994. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 68,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
68,074 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L52 VUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
27 Jun 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L52 VUF was last recorded at 68,074 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 8,160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Apr 2013: 1,587 miles, lower than 64,854 miles on 4 May 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
59,914 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,160 miles
Average per year
847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 68,074 miles
  • 2024 – 59,914 miles
  • 2023 – 51,361 miles
  • 2022 – 42,706 miles
  • 2021 – 35,005 miles
  • 2020 – 29,242 miles
  • 2019 – 15,932 miles
  • 2018 – 11,462 miles
  • 2017 – 10,021 miles
  • 2016 – 8,284 miles
  • 2015 – 6,521 miles
  • 2014 – 4,154 miles
  • 2013 – 1,587 miles
  • 2012 – 64,854 miles
  • 2011 – 62,500 miles
  • 2010 – 60,319 miles
  • 2009 – 59,008 miles
  • 2008 – 56,392 miles
  • 2007 – 53,780 miles
  • 2006 – 51,573 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,074 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front most (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Centre exhaust bracket broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake slightly sticky

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,074 miles (+8,160)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    68,074 miles
    Test number
    364818014137
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front most (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass59,914 miles (+8,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    59,914 miles
    Test number
    235954743736
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass51,361 miles (+8,655)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    51,361 miles
    Test number
    933887859844
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken

  4. Pass42,706 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    42,706 miles
    Test number
    261206605198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken

  5. Fail42,706 miles (+7,701)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,706 miles
    Test number
    943980472466
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken

  6. Pass35,005 miles (+5,763)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    35,005 miles
    Test number
    710997551130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section slightly corroded

  7. Pass29,242 miles (+13,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    29,242 miles
    Test number
    303219731621
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass15,932 miles (+4,470)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    15,932 miles
    Test number
    989604827416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass11,462 miles (+1,441)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    11,462 miles
    Test number
    287786094821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass10,021 miles (+1,737)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    10,021 miles
    Test number
    163432335323
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel slightly binding

  11. Pass8,284 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    8,284 miles
    Test number
    963503398219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake slightly sticky

  12. Fail8,282 miles (+1,761)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,282 miles
    Test number
    296485282639
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake slightly sticky

  13. Pass6,521 miles (+2,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    6,521 miles
    Test number
    339523735161
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass4,154 miles (+2,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    4,154 miles
    Test number
    228082434445
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  15. Pass1,587 miles (-63,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    1,587 miles
    Test number
    536189013187
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  16. Pass64,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,854 miles
    Test number
    205855122440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,854 miles (+2,354)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,854 miles
    Test number
    795295722101
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass62,500 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,500 miles
    Test number
    568293831111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,319 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,319 miles
    Test number
    512650540156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,008 miles (+2,616)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    59,008 miles
    Test number
    473090149117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,392 miles (+2,612)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,392 miles
    Test number
    971560948124
    • NoteGeneral corrosion under car

  22. Pass53,780 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    53,780 miles
    Test number
    631560737107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Fail53,780 miles (+2,207)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,780 miles
    Test number
    982600937181
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass51,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,573 miles
    Test number
    932515736179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L52 VUF

Does L52 VUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L52 VUF is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L52 VUF?
The MOT on L52 VUF is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L52 VUF done?
L52 VUF was recorded at 68,074 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 847 miles a year.
Has L52 VUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L52 VUF has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L52 VUF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Apr 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L52 VUF find?
L52 VUF passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 7 more.

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