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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 3,222 cc

LL52 FBOMOT history

LL52 FBO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 15 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 156,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

LL52 FBO silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2026
Mileage
156,214 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL52 FBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,222 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL52 FBO was last recorded at 156,214 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 11,815 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,399 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,815 miles
Average per year
5,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,214 miles
  • 2025 – 144,399 miles
  • 2024 – 135,408 miles
  • 2023 – 130,039 miles
  • 2021 – 120,776 miles
  • 2020 – 119,117 miles
  • 2019 – 117,161 miles
  • 2018 – 113,813 miles
  • 2017 – 108,637 miles
  • 2016 – 105,240 miles
  • 2015 – 98,774 miles
  • 2014 – 93,647 miles
  • 2013 – 86,514 miles
  • 2012 – 79,440 miles
  • 2010 – 67,675 miles
  • 2009 – 59,251 miles
  • 2008 – 51,808 miles
  • 2007 – 41,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,214 miles
  • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (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))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Tyre pressure monitor system not active

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,214 miles (+11,815)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,214 miles
    Test number
    689055288005
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (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))

  2. Pass144,399 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    144,399 miles
    Test number
    964340189662
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail144,399 miles (+8,991)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,399 miles
    Test number
    617192374147
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass135,408 miles (+5,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    135,408 miles
    Test number
    142680703524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass130,039 miles (+9,263)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,039 miles
    Test number
    226556690652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass120,776 miles (+1,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,776 miles
    Test number
    890211149825
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  7. Pass119,117 miles (+1,956)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    119,117 miles
    Test number
    589093997795
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,161 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,161 miles
    Test number
    346419433812
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitor system not active

  9. Fail117,161 miles (+3,348)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,161 miles
    Test number
    577897617986
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitor system not active

  10. Pass113,813 miles (+3,537)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    113,813 miles
    Test number
    125788016154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,276 miles (+1,639)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    110,276 miles
    Test number
    264058554845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,637 miles (+3,397)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    108,637 miles
    Test number
    942518941210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,240 miles (+6,466)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    105,240 miles
    Test number
    938959704208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,774 miles (+5,127)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    98,774 miles
    Test number
    306196025011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,647 miles (+7,133)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,647 miles
    Test number
    367828114055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,514 miles (+7,074)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    86,514 miles
    Test number
    278947513051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,440 miles (+11,765)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    79,440 miles
    Test number
    817961432081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,675 miles (+8,424)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,675 miles
    Test number
    320589970193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,251 miles
    Test number
    413629989007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail59,251 miles (+7,443)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,251 miles
    Test number
    912879089094
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass51,808 miles (+10,447)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,808 miles
    Test number
    991592428188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,361 miles
    Test number
    393692727185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL52 FBO

Does LL52 FBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL52 FBO expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL52 FBO?
The MOT on LL52 FBO expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL52 FBO done?
LL52 FBO was recorded at 156,214 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 5,982 miles a year.
Has LL52 FBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL52 FBO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LL52 FBO 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 LL52 FBO find?
LL52 FBO failed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator; nearside track rod end ball joint has excessive play; offside front lower suspension component ball joint excessively worn, and 4 more.

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