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Mercedes-Benz ML

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,688 cc

LF52 HTOMOT history

LF52 HTO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 149,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2022.

LF52 HTO silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2022
Mileage
149,025 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 HTO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF52 HTO was last recorded at 149,025 miles on 20 Apr 2022, 3,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,458 miles · 22 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
3,567 miles
Average per year
7,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 149,025 miles
  • 2021 – 145,458 miles
  • 2020 – 140,508 miles
  • 2018 – 132,792 miles
  • 2017 – 125,451 miles
  • 2016 – 118,222 miles
  • 2015 – 109,301 miles
  • 2014 – 98,944 miles
  • 2013 – 93,814 miles
  • 2012 – 88,380 miles
  • 2011 – 83,061 miles
  • 2010 – 73,431 miles
  • 2009 – 63,914 miles
  • 2008 – 53,130 miles
  • 2007 – 51,701 miles
  • 2005 – 25,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,025 miles
  • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,025 miles (+3,567)3 dangerous12 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,025 miles
    Test number
    375273053926
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass145,458 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    145,458 miles
    Test number
    235601083002
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail145,458 miles (+4,950)1 dangerous5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,458 miles
    Test number
    140140539102
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass140,508 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    140,508 miles
    Test number
    673125080620
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail140,508 miles (+7,716)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,508 miles
    Test number
    435547876197
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass132,792 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    132,792 miles
    Test number
    135097703137
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail132,792 miles (+7,341)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,792 miles
    Test number
    207954831126
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass125,451 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    125,451 miles
    Test number
    571351477651
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail125,451 miles (+7,229)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,451 miles
    Test number
    443705845871
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass118,222 miles (+103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    118,222 miles
    Test number
    144411976339
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail118,119 miles (+8,818)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,119 miles
    Test number
    528451490390
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour Both (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass109,301 miles (+22)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    109,301 miles
    Test number
    849485005232
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  13. Fail109,279 miles (+10,335)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,279 miles
    Test number
    349164705225
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  14. Pass98,944 miles (+5,130)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    98,944 miles
    Test number
    926085204264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,814 miles (+5,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    93,814 miles
    Test number
    286603063220
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass88,380 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    88,380 miles
    Test number
    508118662249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,378 miles (+5,317)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,378 miles
    Test number
    868905562283
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass83,061 miles (+9,630)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    83,061 miles
    Test number
    617112851297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,431 miles (+9,517)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    73,431 miles
    Test number
    464451160203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,914 miles (+10,784)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    63,914 miles
    Test number
    603591079202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,130 miles (+1,429)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    53,130 miles
    Test number
    152058568215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,701 miles (+25,829)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    51,701 miles
    Test number
    110516037194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    25,872 miles
    Test number
    100848515336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 HTO

Does LF52 HTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 HTO expired on 21 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 HTO?
The MOT on LF52 HTO expired on 21 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 HTO done?
LF52 HTO was recorded at 149,025 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2022, an average of 7,496 miles a year.
Has LF52 HTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 HTO has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 HTO 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 LF52 HTO find?
LF52 HTO failed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 12 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear; front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 16 more.

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