Mercedes-Benz SLK
Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc
LM52 EPAMOT history
LM52 EPA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 12 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 90,843 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 5 Aug 2025
- Mileage
- 90,843 mi
- At MOT on 28 Jul 2025
- MOT tests
- 34
- 19 passed · 15 failed
- Per year
- 3,747 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LM52 EPA
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- SLK
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,998 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 12 Dec 2002
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 5 Aug 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Jul 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
LM52 EPA was last recorded at 90,843 miles on 28 Jul 2025, 2,937 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 29 Jul 2021: 80,562 miles, lower than 80,563 miles on 27 Jul 2021.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 87,906 miles · 18 Jul 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 2,937 miles
- Average per year
- 3,747 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 90,843 miles
- 2024 – 87,906 miles
- 2023 – 85,433 miles
- 2022 – 82,639 miles
- 2021 – 80,562 miles
- 2020 – 77,792 miles
- 2019 – 73,071 miles
- 2018 – 67,068 miles
- 2017 – 58,662 miles
- 2016 – 53,534 miles
- 2015 – 48,264 miles
- 2014 – 42,090 miles
- 2013 – 37,008 miles
- 2012 – 35,005 miles
- 2011 – 32,885 miles
- 2010 – 31,262 miles
- 2009 – 28,774 miles
- 2008 – 25,687 miles
- 2007 – 23,672 miles
- 2005 – 17,055 miles
What the latest MOT found
Fail90,843 miles
- DangerousFront Inner Body modification likely to adversely affect braking or steering both wings (6.2.1 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
- MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- MajorFront Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system both (1.1.11 (b) (i))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorFuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
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.
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
34 tests since 17 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail90,843 miles (+2,937)3 dangerous8 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,843 miles
- Test number
- 245281207445
- DangerousFront Inner Body modification likely to adversely affect braking or steering both wings (6.2.1 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorFront Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system both (1.1.11 (b) (i))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorFuel pipe chafing (6.1.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass87,906 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 87,906 miles
- Test number
- 507944005152
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear axle corroded
Fail87,906 miles (+2,473)4 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,906 miles
- Test number
- 329849634206
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear axle corroded
Pass85,433 miles (+2,794)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 85,433 miles
- Test number
- 166892341839
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass82,639 miles (+4)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 82,639 miles
- Test number
- 637697278302
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail82,635 miles (+2,073)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,635 miles
- Test number
- 556325997245
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass80,562 miles (-1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 80,562 miles
- Test number
- 862069424351
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail80,563 miles (+2,771)4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,563 miles
- Test number
- 272642552504
- MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded Both main (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass77,792 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 77,792 miles
- Test number
- 357487073686
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main pipes (1.1.11 (c))
Fail77,792 miles (+4,721)4 dangerous2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,792 miles
- Test number
- 194782679782
- DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both main pipes (1.1.11 (c))
Pass73,071 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 73,071 miles
- Test number
- 423545106006
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail73,071 miles (+6,003)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,071 miles
- Test number
- 204155092163
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Pass67,068 miles (+69)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 67,068 miles
- Test number
- 837988270514
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Fail66,999 miles (+8,337)6 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,999 miles
- Test number
- 159005789060
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass58,662 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 58,662 miles
- Test number
- 557773229249
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail58,662 miles (+5,128)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,662 miles
- Test number
- 699910763422
- FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass53,534 miles (+5,270)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 53,534 miles
- Test number
- 424006678795
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass48,264 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 48,264 miles
- Test number
- 199425815268
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail48,264 miles (+6,174)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,264 miles
- Test number
- 435672115248
- FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
- FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass42,090 miles (+5,082)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 42,090 miles
- Test number
- 449523614293
- AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- NoteFront and rear tyres cracked
Pass37,008 miles
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 37,008 miles
- Test number
- 656051213229
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail37,008 miles (+2,003)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 37,008 miles
- Test number
- 205810813262
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass35,005 miles (+2,120)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 35,005 miles
- Test number
- 338673812212
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,885 miles
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 32,885 miles
- Test number
- 377412801261
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail32,885 miles (+1,623)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 32,885 miles
- Test number
- 675922001220
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass31,262 miles
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 31,262 miles
- Test number
- 754587700249
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail31,262 miles (+2,488)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,262 miles
- Test number
- 551647100261
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass28,774 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 28,774 miles
- Test number
- 104855899135
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail28,774 miles (+3,087)3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 28,774 miles
- Test number
- 683955799120
- Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass25,687 miles (+2,015)
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2009
- Odometer
- 25,687 miles
- Test number
- 181056628193
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,672 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 23,672 miles
- Test number
- 571385987166
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail23,672 miles (+6,617)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 23,672 miles
- Test number
- 752215887144
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass17,055 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Dec 2006
- Odometer
- 17,055 miles
- Test number
- 144411025365
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail17,055 miles1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 17,055 miles
- Test number
- 404211725385
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Questions about LM52 EPA
- Does LM52 EPA currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LM52 EPA expired on 5 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LM52 EPA?
- The MOT on LM52 EPA expired on 5 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LM52 EPA done?
- LM52 EPA was recorded at 90,843 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2025, an average of 3,747 miles a year.
- Has LM52 EPA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LM52 EPA has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
- Has the mileage on LM52 EPA ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jul 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LM52 EPA find?
- LM52 EPA failed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2025 with 3 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front inner body modification likely to adversely affect braking or steering both wings; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened, and 10 more.
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