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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LB52 VGJMOT history

LB52 VGJ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 9 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 145,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2026
Mileage
145,121 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2023
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 VGJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 VGJ was last recorded at 145,121 miles on 7 Oct 2023, 29,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,004 miles · 7 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
29,117 miles
Average per year
6,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 145,121 miles
  • 2020 – 116,004 miles
  • 2019 – 111,943 miles
  • 2018 – 108,695 miles
  • 2017 – 107,035 miles
  • 2016 – 102,785 miles
  • 2015 – 97,523 miles
  • 2014 – 92,827 miles
  • 2013 – 87,326 miles
  • 2012 – 82,344 miles
  • 2011 – 76,431 miles
  • 2010 – 71,678 miles
  • 2009 – 65,422 miles
  • 2008 – 54,538 miles
  • 2007 – 47,714 miles
  • 2006 – 39,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Side (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing Corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside sill corroded body kit fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside sill corroded body kit fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    543880217435
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wing Corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    745917715589
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,121 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    145,121 miles
    Test number
    611332912424
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    948035221455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. FailMileage not read6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    433975547528
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    237882837231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded body kit fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded body kit fitted

  7. FailMileage not read5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    563327834074
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded body kit fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded body kit fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass116,004 miles (+4,061)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    116,004 miles
    Test number
    765562917923
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass111,943 miles (+3,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    111,943 miles
    Test number
    987525835017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass108,695 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,695 miles
    Test number
    162919652746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Fail108,695 miles (+1,660)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,695 miles
    Test number
    312530003780
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass107,035 miles (+4,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,035 miles
    Test number
    977134374289
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass102,785 miles (+25)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    102,785 miles
    Test number
    181128869987
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre bracket corroded/loose but exhaust secure (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit with nail in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased/slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cut in tread area

  14. Fail102,760 miles (+5,237)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,760 miles
    Test number
    949172442327
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre bracket corroded/loose but exhaust secure (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit with nail in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased/slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cut in tread area

  15. Pass97,523 miles (+48)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,523 miles
    Test number
    380247218913
    • AdvisoryCentre silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail97,475 miles (+4,648)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,475 miles
    Test number
    830572978025
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass92,827 miles (+5,501)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    92,827 miles
    Test number
    387980324217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,326 miles (+4,982)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,326 miles
    Test number
    398471613415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre bold on inside and outside edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inside edge

  19. Pass82,344 miles (+118)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,344 miles
    Test number
    126028102264
    • NoteFront brake imbalance 18%

  20. Fail82,226 miles (+5,795)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,226 miles
    Test number
    957172502277
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass76,431 miles (+4,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,431 miles
    Test number
    988630411257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass71,678 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,678 miles
    Test number
    894040710234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,673 miles (+6,251)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,673 miles
    Test number
    220757590469
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  24. Pass65,422 miles (+10,884)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    65,422 miles
    Test number
    430966599173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,538 miles (+6,824)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,538 miles
    Test number
    751189098136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    47,714 miles
    Test number
    183781777131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail47,714 miles (+8,126)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,714 miles
    Test number
    920111377106
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteAll 4 tyres are ripped around inner sidewalls

  28. Pass39,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,588 miles
    Test number
    260739516139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail39,588 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,588 miles
    Test number
    253148516155
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about LB52 VGJ

Does LB52 VGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 VGJ expired on 10 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 VGJ?
The MOT on LB52 VGJ expired on 10 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 VGJ done?
LB52 VGJ was recorded at 145,121 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2023, an average of 6,050 miles a year.
Has LB52 VGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 VGJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 VGJ 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 VGJ find?
LB52 VGJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side, and 5 more.

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