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Mercedes-Benz SL

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 4,966 cc

LF52 PMFMOT history

LF52 PMF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,739 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

LF52 PMF silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz Sl, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
89,739 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 PMF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 PMF was last recorded at 89,739 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Oct 2013: 56,618 miles, lower than 59,569 miles on 15 Oct 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,712 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
3,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,739 miles
  • 2024 – 88,701 miles
  • 2023 – 87,180 miles
  • 2022 – 82,540 miles
  • 2021 – 80,183 miles
  • 2020 – 77,627 miles
  • 2019 – 73,331 miles
  • 2018 – 71,032 miles
  • 2017 – 70,099 miles
  • 2016 – 68,974 miles
  • 2015 – 66,884 miles
  • 2014 – 63,129 miles
  • 2013 – 56,618 miles
  • 2012 – 56,486 miles
  • 2011 – 53,732 miles
  • 2010 – 50,800 miles
  • 2009 – 46,639 miles
  • 2008 – 41,672 miles
  • 2007 – 38,005 miles
  • 2006 – 30,092 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,739 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inside surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,739 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    89,739 miles
    Test number
    596706901739
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inside surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail89,712 miles (+1,011)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,712 miles
    Test number
    580687915641
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Inside surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS not working

  3. Pass88,701 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,701 miles
    Test number
    875701100537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Fail88,675 miles (+1,495)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,675 miles
    Test number
    444541758859
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure In tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,180 miles (+4,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    87,180 miles
    Test number
    812599011589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass82,540 miles (+2,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,540 miles
    Test number
    154121228633
    • 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))

  7. Pass80,183 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    80,183 miles
    Test number
    401563376052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,166 miles (+2,539)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,166 miles
    Test number
    164702657383
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass77,627 miles (+4,296)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,627 miles
    Test number
    787982625006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,331 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,331 miles
    Test number
    274333086077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,328 miles (+2,296)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,328 miles
    Test number
    438218906472
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing old and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass71,032 miles (+933)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    71,032 miles
    Test number
    291046949723
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass70,099 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,099 miles
    Test number
    636703247857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,092 miles (+1,118)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,092 miles
    Test number
    229733985307
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass68,974 miles (+2,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    68,974 miles
    Test number
    932070796166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass66,884 miles (+3,755)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,884 miles
    Test number
    359796612927
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front lower suspension arms have slight lift to ball joints
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres wearing close to legal limit

  17. Pass63,129 miles (+6,511)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    63,129 miles
    Test number
    396017284226
    • NoteNearside front lower balljoint has slight play
    • NoteOffside front lower balljoint has slight play

  18. Pass56,618 miles (-2,951)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    56,618 miles
    Test number
    365678593262
    • NoteBrake fluid level slightly low

  19. Fail59,569 miles (+3,083)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,569 miles
    Test number
    528258383295
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake fluid level slightly low

  20. Pass56,486 miles (+2,754)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,486 miles
    Test number
    309993642287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,732 miles (+2,932)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    53,732 miles
    Test number
    597331131227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail50,800 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,800 miles
    Test number
    170934440282
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass50,800 miles (+4,161)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,800 miles
    Test number
    290714440201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,639 miles (+4,967)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,639 miles
    Test number
    342980549257
    • NoteFront tyres advanced wear on inner edges

  25. Pass41,672 miles (+3,667)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,672 miles
    Test number
    824385548205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,005 miles (+7,913)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,005 miles
    Test number
    261237047251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,092 miles
    Test number
    272307046223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 PMF

Does LF52 PMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 PMF is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LF52 PMF?
The MOT on LF52 PMF is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 PMF done?
LF52 PMF was recorded at 89,739 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 3,108 miles a year.
Has LF52 PMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 PMF has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LF52 PMF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Oct 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 PMF find?
LF52 PMF passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inside surfaces corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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