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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,597 cc

LC52 BCEMOT history

LC52 BCE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 14 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 186,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

LC52 BCE silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
186,513 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 BCE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 BCE was last recorded at 186,513 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 4,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,748 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,765 miles
Average per year
8,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,513 miles
  • 2025 – 181,748 miles
  • 2024 – 175,369 miles
  • 2023 – 168,037 miles
  • 2022 – 160,751 miles
  • 2021 – 152,752 miles
  • 2020 – 145,683 miles
  • 2019 – 136,593 miles
  • 2018 – 126,742 miles
  • 2017 – 116,743 miles
  • 2016 – 108,044 miles
  • 2015 – 97,491 miles
  • 2014 – 88,757 miles
  • 2013 – 83,106 miles
  • 2012 – 77,304 miles
  • 2011 – 70,488 miles
  • 2010 – 63,430 miles
  • 2009 – 53,539 miles
  • 2008 – 43,554 miles
  • 2007 – 33,780 miles
  • 2005 – 24,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,513 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,513 miles (+4,765)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    186,513 miles
    Test number
    527271234115
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass181,748 miles (+6,379)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    181,748 miles
    Test number
    517685271666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass175,369 miles (+7,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    175,369 miles
    Test number
    116174372831
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass168,037 miles (+7,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    168,037 miles
    Test number
    294029430409
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass160,751 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    160,751 miles
    Test number
    723265797772
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail160,751 miles (+7,999)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,751 miles
    Test number
    467827574200
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass152,752 miles (+7,069)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    152,752 miles
    Test number
    133488193482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass145,683 miles (+9,090)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    145,683 miles
    Test number
    499410957787
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass136,593 miles (+9,851)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    136,593 miles
    Test number
    454843025728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass126,742 miles (+9,999)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    126,742 miles
    Test number
    456672624369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,743 miles (+8,699)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    116,743 miles
    Test number
    943453055231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,044 miles (+10,553)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    108,044 miles
    Test number
    710593664225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,491 miles (+225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    97,491 miles
    Test number
    837441025075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail97,266 miles (+8,509)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,266 miles
    Test number
    529243615096
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass88,757 miles (+5,651)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    88,757 miles
    Test number
    539818604051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,106 miles (+5,802)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    83,106 miles
    Test number
    115939323459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,304 miles (+6,816)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    77,304 miles
    Test number
    215473812047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,488 miles (+7,058)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    70,488 miles
    Test number
    549024211017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,430 miles (+9,891)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    63,430 miles
    Test number
    190508000065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,539 miles (+9,985)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    53,539 miles
    Test number
    870479909010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,554 miles
    Test number
    484249708066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,554 miles (+9,774)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,554 miles
    Test number
    922399608082
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass33,780 miles (+8,789)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    33,780 miles
    Test number
    510099907020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    24,991 miles
    Test number
    574435125356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 BCE

Does LC52 BCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 BCE is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC52 BCE?
The MOT on LC52 BCE is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC52 BCE done?
LC52 BCE was recorded at 186,513 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 8,010 miles a year.
Has LC52 BCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 BCE has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LC52 BCE 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 BCE find?
LC52 BCE passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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