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Mercedes-Benz ML

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,688 cc

LC52 XWNMOT history

LC52 XWN is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 20 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 181,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LC52 XWN blue Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Ml, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
181,229 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 XWN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 XWN was last recorded at 181,229 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,226 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,229 miles
  • 2025 – 175,780 miles
  • 2024 – 171,840 miles
  • 2023 – 164,995 miles
  • 2022 – 158,838 miles
  • 2021 – 153,758 miles
  • 2019 – 148,538 miles
  • 2018 – 138,013 miles
  • 2017 – 123,225 miles
  • 2016 – 114,999 miles
  • 2015 – 106,181 miles
  • 2014 – 99,489 miles
  • 2012 – 94,716 miles
  • 2010 – 83,742 miles
  • 2008 – 76,474 miles
  • 2007 – 64,958 miles
  • 2006 – 51,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,229 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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 Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,229 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    181,229 miles
    Test number
    177195370673
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail181,226 miles (+5,446)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,226 miles
    Test number
    728030121071
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass175,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    175,780 miles
    Test number
    592123810168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail175,780 miles (+3,940)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,780 miles
    Test number
    183971558179
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

  5. Pass171,840 miles (+6,845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    171,840 miles
    Test number
    699678397309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass164,995 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    164,995 miles
    Test number
    363786235320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail164,995 miles (+6,157)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,995 miles
    Test number
    135126374246
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass158,838 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    158,838 miles
    Test number
    514786119101
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail158,838 miles (+5,080)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,838 miles
    Test number
    831263518276
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass153,758 miles (+5,220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    153,758 miles
    Test number
    129318255947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass148,538 miles (+10,525)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    148,538 miles
    Test number
    653547802695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass138,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    138,013 miles
    Test number
    569128335840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail138,013 miles (+5,625)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,013 miles
    Test number
    457677853668
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass132,388 miles (+9,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    132,388 miles
    Test number
    255615910240
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass123,225 miles (+8,226)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    123,225 miles
    Test number
    453819724201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass114,999 miles (+8,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    114,999 miles
    Test number
    329720658738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass106,181 miles (+6,692)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    106,181 miles
    Test number
    906647005047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    99,489 miles
    Test number
    419952604019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail99,489 miles (+4,773)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,489 miles
    Test number
    125652104079
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass94,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    94,716 miles
    Test number
    397824452394
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail94,716 miles (+3,850)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,716 miles
    Test number
    679894652338
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass90,866 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    90,866 miles
    Test number
    566693702031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail90,866 miles (+7,124)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,866 miles
    Test number
    869073902099
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail83,742 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,742 miles
    Test number
    413041810271
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

  25. Pass83,742 miles (+7,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    83,742 miles
    Test number
    913051010273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

  26. Pass76,474 miles (+11,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    76,474 miles
    Test number
    444576768454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass64,958 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    64,958 miles
    Test number
    671995057328
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail64,958 miles (+13,146)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,958 miles
    Test number
    942185557343
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass51,812 miles (+570)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    51,812 miles
    Test number
    361827146392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail51,242 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,242 miles
    Test number
    302574836305
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LC52 XWN

Does LC52 XWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 XWN is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC52 XWN?
The MOT on LC52 XWN is valid until 19 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 XWN done?
LC52 XWN was recorded at 181,229 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 6,761 miles a year.
Has LC52 XWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 XWN has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC52 XWN 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 XWN find?
LC52 XWN passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: central rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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