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Mercedes-Benz C 320

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

LB52 BXAMOT history

LB52 BXA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C 320 first used on 19 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
90,302 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 BXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C 320
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 BXA was last recorded at 90,302 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 5,900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,402 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,900 miles
Average per year
3,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,302 miles
  • 2025 – 84,402 miles
  • 2024 – 77,602 miles
  • 2023 – 75,016 miles
  • 2021 – 71,738 miles
  • 2020 – 69,837 miles
  • 2019 – 65,605 miles
  • 2018 – 50,091 miles
  • 2017 – 48,831 miles
  • 2016 – 45,909 miles
  • 2015 – 43,623 miles
  • 2013 – 40,917 miles
  • 2012 – 38,492 miles
  • 2011 – 36,406 miles
  • 2010 – 33,269 miles
  • 2009 – 30,615 miles
  • 2008 – 27,792 miles
  • 2006 – 12,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,302 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,302 miles (+5,900)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    90,302 miles
    Test number
    520706727439
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass84,402 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    84,402 miles
    Test number
    348876118501
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail84,402 miles (+6,800)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,402 miles
    Test number
    184166447531
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass77,602 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,602 miles
    Test number
    121244210568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,016 miles (+3,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    75,016 miles
    Test number
    595262456211
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass71,738 miles (+1,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    71,738 miles
    Test number
    612252980041
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass69,837 miles (+4,232)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,837 miles
    Test number
    444910232928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,605 miles (+15,514)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,605 miles
    Test number
    928023355438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass50,091 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    50,091 miles
    Test number
    996586700143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail50,091 miles (+1,260)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,091 miles
    Test number
    236694712686
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass48,831 miles (+2,922)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    48,831 miles
    Test number
    436624984123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,909 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    45,909 miles
    Test number
    955224687088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,623 miles (+2,706)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    43,623 miles
    Test number
    927332825021
    • NoteDrivers mirror is slightly damaged.

  14. Pass40,917 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    40,917 miles
    Test number
    115407053338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,492 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    38,492 miles
    Test number
    289826862360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,488 miles (+2,082)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,488 miles
    Test number
    269384562335
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass36,406 miles (+3,137)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,406 miles
    Test number
    255812361306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass33,269 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    33,269 miles
    Test number
    502218640365
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteSlight oil leakage from gearbox area

  19. Fail33,269 miles (+2,654)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,269 miles
    Test number
    870088640362
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low
    • NoteSlight oil leakage from gearbox area

  20. Pass30,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    30,615 miles
    Test number
    784031959347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail30,615 miles (+2,823)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,615 miles
    Test number
    910091359342
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass27,792 miles (+5,139)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,792 miles
    Test number
    443956768442
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass22,653 miles (+9,964)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    22,653 miles
    Test number
    292234308067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,689 miles
    Test number
    551323656130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 BXA

Does LB52 BXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 BXA is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 BXA?
The MOT on LB52 BXA is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 BXA done?
LB52 BXA was recorded at 90,302 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 3,854 miles a year.
Has LB52 BXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 BXA has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB52 BXA 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 LB52 BXA find?
LB52 BXA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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