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Mercedes-Benz E

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,597 cc

LB52 XFYMOT history

LB52 XFY is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 11 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 21 MOT tests, with 161,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
161,789 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
20 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 XFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 XFY was last recorded at 161,789 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 4,847 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,942 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,847 miles
Average per year
5,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,789 miles
  • 2025 – 156,942 miles
  • 2023 – 148,132 miles
  • 2022 – 143,173 miles
  • 2021 – 136,898 miles
  • 2020 – 133,957 miles
  • 2019 – 129,134 miles
  • 2018 – 122,799 miles
  • 2017 – 117,803 miles
  • 2016 – 110,627 miles
  • 2015 – 102,567 miles
  • 2014 – 96,064 miles
  • 2013 – 89,290 miles
  • 2012 – 83,967 miles
  • 2011 – 78,775 miles
  • 2010 – 71,010 miles
  • 2009 – 65,373 miles
  • 2008 – 60,870 miles
  • 2007 – 56,064 miles
  • 2006 – 51,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,789 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,789 miles (+4,847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    161,789 miles
    Test number
    287520162816
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,942 miles (+8,810)2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    156,942 miles
    Test number
    989038694408
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage to number plate (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated strong advise perishing to brake hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened strong advise wear to brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened strong advise wear to brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated strong advise perishing to brake hose (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective corrosion to mounting (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass148,132 miles (+4,959)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    148,132 miles
    Test number
    876902147833
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective all (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Pass143,173 miles (+6,275)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    143,173 miles
    Test number
    220096469552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass136,898 miles (+2,941)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    136,898 miles
    Test number
    360586357001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,957 miles (+4,823)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    133,957 miles
    Test number
    100563540583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,134 miles (+6,335)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    129,134 miles
    Test number
    112004596927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,799 miles (+4,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    122,799 miles
    Test number
    513320440277
    • AdvisoryUnder cover tray /sills/engine/fitted

  9. Pass117,803 miles (+7,176)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    117,803 miles
    Test number
    341851596422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,627 miles (+8,060)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,627 miles
    Test number
    124926308005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres close to legal limit

  11. Pass102,567 miles (+6,503)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    102,567 miles
    Test number
    682673139249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,064 miles (+6,774)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    96,064 miles
    Test number
    467298604477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,290 miles (+5,323)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    89,290 miles
    Test number
    677020813367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,967 miles (+5,192)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    83,967 miles
    Test number
    567162612347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,775 miles (+7,765)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,775 miles
    Test number
    445208801444
    • NoteO/s/rear exhaust bracket broken

  16. Pass71,010 miles (+131)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    71,010 miles
    Test number
    163754310369
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight cut on nearside front tyre wall..

  17. Fail70,879 miles (+5,506)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,879 miles
    Test number
    502633310364
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wall has slight cut.

  18. Pass65,373 miles (+4,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    65,373 miles
    Test number
    530887619393
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass60,870 miles (+4,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    60,870 miles
    Test number
    824836118380
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass56,064 miles (+4,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    56,064 miles
    Test number
    393319217325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass51,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    51,801 miles
    Test number
    914795226340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 XFY

Does LB52 XFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 XFY is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 XFY?
The MOT on LB52 XFY is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 XFY done?
LB52 XFY was recorded at 161,789 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 5,666 miles a year.
Has LB52 XFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 XFY has failed 1 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2010.
Has the mileage on LB52 XFY 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 XFY find?
LB52 XFY passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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