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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 3,266 cc

LF52 HXGMOT history

LF52 HXG is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 3 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 141,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2023.

LF52 HXG silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2024
Mileage
141,785 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 HXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,266 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
3 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 HXG was last recorded at 141,785 miles on 6 Apr 2023, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,776 miles · 3 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
6,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 141,785 miles
  • 2022 – 135,294 miles
  • 2021 – 128,380 miles
  • 2020 – 123,046 miles
  • 2018 – 114,798 miles
  • 2017 – 112,158 miles
  • 2016 – 107,527 miles
  • 2015 – 102,403 miles
  • 2014 – 92,989 miles
  • 2012 – 78,147 miles
  • 2011 – 64,978 miles
  • 2010 – 53,968 miles
  • 2009 – 51,225 miles
  • 2008 – 43,805 miles
  • 2007 – 35,460 miles
  • 2006 – 28,589 miles
  • 2005 – 21,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,785 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle coveredRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Stone chips across windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Surface corrosion under vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,785 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    141,785 miles
    Test number
    822509080844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered

  2. Fail141,776 miles (+6,482)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,776 miles
    Test number
    635487070961
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered

  3. Pass135,294 miles (+6,914)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    135,294 miles
    Test number
    559151761787
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass128,380 miles (+5,334)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    128,380 miles
    Test number
    105980403868
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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))

  5. Pass123,046 miles (+8,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,046 miles
    Test number
    516161351836
    • AdvisoryStone chips across windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  6. Pass114,798 miles (+2,640)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    114,798 miles
    Test number
    425630722247
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyers perishing
    • AdvisoryStone chips across windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered

  7. Pass112,158 miles (+4,631)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,158 miles
    Test number
    435037516909
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexible brake hoses starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills covered.
    • AdvisorySlight damage to O/S rear outer sill by jacking point.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion under vehicle.

  8. Pass107,527 miles (+5,124)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    107,527 miles
    Test number
    156391227192
    • AdvisoryN/S front tyre wearing on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryO/S front fog light inoperative.
    • AdvisorySlight damage to O/S rear outer sill to inner sill by jacking point.
    • AdvisorySlight wear to rear sub frame front carrier bushes.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion under vehicle.

  9. Pass102,403 miles (+9,414)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    102,403 miles
    Test number
    799815375022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,989 miles (+14,842)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,989 miles
    Test number
    159962264466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,147 miles (+13,169)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,147 miles
    Test number
    269353712279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass64,978 miles (+242)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    64,978 miles
    Test number
    266352891453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail64,736 miles (+10,768)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,736 miles
    Test number
    589198781185
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass53,968 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    53,968 miles
    Test number
    942968580102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,960 miles (+2,735)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,960 miles
    Test number
    803206670170
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Fail51,225 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,225 miles
    Test number
    471173729487
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBas/esp light on
    • NoteNumber plates starting to delaminate

  17. Pass51,225 miles (+7,420)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    51,225 miles
    Test number
    622003129306
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBas/esp light on
    • NoteNumber plates starting to delaminate

  18. Pass43,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,805 miles
    Test number
    451719318418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,805 miles (+8,345)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,805 miles
    Test number
    333687518303
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates starting to delamiate

  20. Pass35,460 miles (+6,871)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    35,460 miles
    Test number
    860637917335
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteReg plates delamanateing

  21. Pass28,589 miles (+7,139)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    28,589 miles
    Test number
    661171526340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    21,450 miles
    Test number
    773745935378
    • 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)

Questions about LF52 HXG

Does LF52 HXG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 HXG expired on 5 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 HXG?
The MOT on LF52 HXG expired on 5 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 HXG done?
LF52 HXG was recorded at 141,785 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2023, an average of 6,938 miles a year.
Has LF52 HXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 HXG has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LF52 HXG 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 HXG find?
LF52 HXG passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; under vehicle covered.

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