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Mercedes-Benz C

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,148 cc

LC52 BAVMOT history

LC52 BAV is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 28 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 85,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2021.

LC52 BAV black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Dec 2022
Mileage
85,479 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 BAV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 BAV was last recorded at 85,479 miles on 21 Dec 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,479 miles · 20 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 85,479 miles
  • 2020 – 79,760 miles
  • 2019 – 75,518 miles
  • 2018 – 74,197 miles
  • 2017 – 70,696 miles
  • 2016 – 63,246 miles
  • 2015 – 54,659 miles
  • 2014 – 45,653 miles
  • 2013 – 38,245 miles
  • 2012 – 32,138 miles
  • 2011 – 26,147 miles
  • 2010 – 24,566 miles
  • 2009 – 23,577 miles
  • 2008 – 21,508 miles
  • 2007 – 18,562 miles
  • 2006 – 15,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,479 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Both rear tyres getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Indicator switch faulty

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,479 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    85,479 miles
    Test number
    487240850152
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail85,479 miles (+5,719)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,479 miles
    Test number
    284019442372
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass79,760 miles (+4,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,760 miles
    Test number
    342670530860
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass75,518 miles (+1,321)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,518 miles
    Test number
    383403760686
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lenses faded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension arms
    • AdvisoryPoor pattern on headlights

  5. Pass74,197 miles (+30)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,197 miles
    Test number
    618779197557
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail74,167 miles (+3,471)11 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,167 miles
    Test number
    712636077317
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to snapped/broken exhaust. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases snapped. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded marked. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded marked. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn marked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass70,696 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    130129975535
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs worn

  8. Fail70,696 miles (+7,450)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,696 miles
    Test number
    871737767713
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs worn

  9. Pass63,246 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,246 miles
    Test number
    427531737128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear backing plate scraping brake disc while rotating wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  10. Fail63,246 miles (+8,587)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,246 miles
    Test number
    124669232160
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear backing plate scraping brake disc while rotating wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  11. Pass54,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,659 miles
    Test number
    888033855132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,657 miles (+9,004)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    209233555499
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass45,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,653 miles
    Test number
    587363454173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,653 miles (+7,408)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,653 miles
    Test number
    238983754423
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass38,245 miles (+6,107)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,245 miles
    Test number
    175769943191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,138 miles
    Test number
    228344262122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,138 miles (+5,991)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,138 miles
    Test number
    508474562137
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  18. Pass26,147 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,147 miles
    Test number
    385516371120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    24,566 miles
    Test number
    652276510312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,566 miles (+989)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,566 miles
    Test number
    771446610303
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass23,577 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,577 miles
    Test number
    702572109319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,575 miles (+2,067)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,575 miles
    Test number
    494540309433
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass21,508 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    21,508 miles
    Test number
    903241818301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,562 miles (+2,860)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    18,562 miles
    Test number
    414400217489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    15,702 miles
    Test number
    214923916306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 BAV

Does LC52 BAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC52 BAV expired on 24 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC52 BAV?
The MOT on LC52 BAV expired on 24 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC52 BAV done?
LC52 BAV was recorded at 85,479 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2021, an average of 4,616 miles a year.
Has LC52 BAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 BAV has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LC52 BAV 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 LC52 BAV find?
LC52 BAV passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2021 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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