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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

LC52 XYKMOT history

LC52 XYK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 23 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 123,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

LC52 XYK silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
123,011 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 XYK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 XYK was last recorded at 123,011 miles on 26 May 2026, 2,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,726 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,285 miles
Average per year
5,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,011 miles
  • 2025 – 120,726 miles
  • 2024 – 118,386 miles
  • 2023 – 116,290 miles
  • 2022 – 113,158 miles
  • 2021 – 112,034 miles
  • 2019 – 106,887 miles
  • 2018 – 91,150 miles
  • 2017 – 76,339 miles
  • 2016 – 68,818 miles
  • 2015 – 64,881 miles
  • 2014 – 62,825 miles
  • 2013 – 57,744 miles
  • 2012 – 52,406 miles
  • 2011 – 47,686 miles
  • 2010 – 43,680 miles
  • 2009 – 37,787 miles
  • 2007 – 26,089 miles
  • 2006 – 20,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,011 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes corroded [not excessive] (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,011 miles (+2,285)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    123,011 miles
    Test number
    184443376385
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes corroded [not excessive] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass120,726 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    120,726 miles
    Test number
    374082571773
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear [all] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/f inner track rod arm

  3. Fail120,726 miles (+2,340)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,726 miles
    Test number
    142254446350
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear [all] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/f inner track rod arm

  4. Pass118,386 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    118,386 miles
    Test number
    247045285913
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Front Play at wheel [possible steering rack inner joint]
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail118,386 miles (+2,096)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,386 miles
    Test number
    330062588807
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Front Play at wheel [possible steering rack inner joint]
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass116,290 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,290 miles
    Test number
    308054244219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORNON EDGES 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail116,290 miles (+3,132)1 dangerous9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,290 miles
    Test number
    277078731910
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn OUTER BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORNON EDGES 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass113,158 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,158 miles
    Test number
    226315528888
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR AT REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHT CRACKING IN TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR AT REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHT CRACKING IN TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail113,158 miles (+1,124)10 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,158 miles
    Test number
    467909644366
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR AT REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHT CRACKING IN TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR AT REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SLIGHT CRACKING IN TREADS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass112,034 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    112,034 miles
    Test number
    161365672944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail112,031 miles (+5,144)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,031 miles
    Test number
    171744304090
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass106,887 miles (+15,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,887 miles
    Test number
    346706331355
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass91,150 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    91,150 miles
    Test number
    240438670817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  14. Fail91,142 miles (+14,803)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,142 miles
    Test number
    439117894907
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. low readings (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass76,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,339 miles
    Test number
    439259507945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,339 miles (+7,521)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,339 miles
    Test number
    923897370820
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass68,818 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,818 miles
    Test number
    573747969535
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail68,818 miles (+3,937)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,818 miles
    Test number
    902786636681
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass64,881 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,881 miles
    Test number
    196965735193
    • 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)

  20. Fail64,881 miles (+2,056)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,881 miles
    Test number
    729315635177
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  21. Pass62,825 miles (+5,081)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,825 miles
    Test number
    135997344102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,744 miles
    Test number
    138017133155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,744 miles (+5,338)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,744 miles
    Test number
    629057033195
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass52,406 miles (+4,720)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    52,406 miles
    Test number
    475452552140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,686 miles (+4,006)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,686 miles
    Test number
    159496831163
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass43,680 miles (+5,893)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,680 miles
    Test number
    884231850106
    • NoteFront and rear number plate becoming delaminated

  27. Pass37,787 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    37,787 miles
    Test number
    230480549137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail37,787 miles (+11,698)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,787 miles
    Test number
    700690449120
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass26,089 miles (+5,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    26,089 miles
    Test number
    412529357158
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass20,485 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,485 miles
    Test number
    661350456187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LC52 XYK

Does LC52 XYK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 XYK is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC52 XYK?
The MOT on LC52 XYK is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC52 XYK done?
LC52 XYK was recorded at 123,011 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 5,129 miles a year.
Has LC52 XYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 XYK has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LC52 XYK 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 XYK find?
LC52 XYK passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre slightly damaged, and 3 more.

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