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Mercedes-Benz E

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

LC52 BCZMOT history

LC52 BCZ is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 1 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 104,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

LC52 BCZ black Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
104,654 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 BCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 BCZ was last recorded at 104,654 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,956 miles · 23 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
698 miles
Average per year
4,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,654 miles
  • 2025 – 103,956 miles
  • 2024 – 102,797 miles
  • 2023 – 101,764 miles
  • 2022 – 100,909 miles
  • 2021 – 100,020 miles
  • 2020 – 98,870 miles
  • 2019 – 97,139 miles
  • 2018 – 95,443 miles
  • 2017 – 93,513 miles
  • 2016 – 90,220 miles
  • 2015 – 85,704 miles
  • 2014 – 71,558 miles
  • 2013 – 48,762 miles
  • 2011 – 45,217 miles
  • 2008 – 35,696 miles
  • 2007 – 29,445 miles
  • 2006 – 23,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,654 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,654 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    104,654 miles
    Test number
    742759462024
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail104,654 miles (+698)4 repaired3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,654 miles
    Test number
    146485957946
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,956 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    103,956 miles
    Test number
    850123187384
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail103,956 miles (+1,159)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,956 miles
    Test number
    334207787672
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass102,797 miles4 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    102,797 miles
    Test number
    208951763555
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Fail102,797 miles (+1,033)2 major4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,797 miles
    Test number
    170725902913
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass101,764 miles (+855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    101,764 miles
    Test number
    392150489023
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass100,909 miles (+889)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,909 miles
    Test number
    619408934534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,020 miles (+1,150)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    100,020 miles
    Test number
    395545809415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    98,870 miles
    Test number
    190796345820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,870 miles (+1,731)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,870 miles
    Test number
    374489887642
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass97,139 miles (+1,696)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,139 miles
    Test number
    817447387465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,443 miles (+1,930)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,443 miles
    Test number
    959586934248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,513 miles (+3,293)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,513 miles
    Test number
    948529730267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    90,220 miles
    Test number
    879883732540
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail90,220 miles (+4,516)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,220 miles
    Test number
    688561979681
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass85,704 miles (+14,146)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    85,704 miles
    Test number
    548295535165
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass71,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    71,558 miles
    Test number
    876196134171
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  19. Fail71,558 miles (+22,796)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,558 miles
    Test number
    967464034166
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass48,762 miles (+3,545)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    48,762 miles
    Test number
    408035203188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,217 miles (+9,521)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    45,217 miles
    Test number
    888068991212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,696 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    35,696 miles
    Test number
    803514158302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUndertray

  23. Fail35,695 miles (+6,250)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,695 miles
    Test number
    541214658318
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUndertray

  24. Pass29,445 miles (+6,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,445 miles
    Test number
    942521347313
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass23,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,383 miles
    Test number
    740943566257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 BCZ

Does LC52 BCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 BCZ is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC52 BCZ?
The MOT on LC52 BCZ is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC52 BCZ done?
LC52 BCZ was recorded at 104,654 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 4,074 miles a year.
Has LC52 BCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 BCZ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LC52 BCZ 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 BCZ find?
LC52 BCZ passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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