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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,397 cc

LM52 ERKMOT history

LM52 ERK is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 30 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 108,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2024.

LM52 ERK grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2025
Mileage
108,419 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 ERK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 ERK was last recorded at 108,419 miles on 23 Jan 2024, 11,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,137 miles · 14 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
11,282 miles
Average per year
4,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,419 miles
  • 2022 – 97,137 miles
  • 2020 – 91,928 miles
  • 2019 – 84,515 miles
  • 2018 – 80,680 miles
  • 2017 – 79,108 miles
  • 2016 – 76,933 miles
  • 2015 – 74,919 miles
  • 2014 – 72,857 miles
  • 2013 – 70,940 miles
  • 2011 – 67,467 miles
  • 2010 – 62,250 miles
  • 2009 – 54,509 miles
  • 2008 – 48,500 miles
  • 2007 – 41,544 miles
  • 2006 – 34,858 miles
  • 2005 – 26,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,419 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Corrosion in rear exhaust section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    108,419 miles
    Test number
    472326139854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail108,418 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,418 miles
    Test number
    206257529411
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    683103533220
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    273092761041
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass97,137 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,137 miles
    Test number
    789968799000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail97,137 miles (+5,209)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,137 miles
    Test number
    322818760528
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass91,928 miles (+7,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,928 miles
    Test number
    669645110691
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass84,515 miles (+3,835)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,515 miles
    Test number
    853974634108
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in rear exhaust section
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass80,680 miles (+1,572)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,680 miles
    Test number
    469637569274
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear axle beam
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded

  10. Pass79,108 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,108 miles
    Test number
    837772594428
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail79,095 miles (+2,162)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,095 miles
    Test number
    161278717510
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass76,933 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,933 miles
    Test number
    923399594164
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Offside and nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in rear exhaust section
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail76,933 miles (+2,014)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,933 miles
    Test number
    789949328128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Offside and nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in rear exhaust section
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass74,919 miles (+2,062)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    74,919 miles
    Test number
    548765935088
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass72,857 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,857 miles
    Test number
    299079524034
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion in rear exhaust section
    • NoteNearside front and nearside and offside rear outer door handles sticking

  16. Fail72,857 miles (+1,917)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,857 miles
    Test number
    525549324045
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion in rear exhaust section
    • NoteNearside front and nearside and offside rear outer door handles sticking

  17. Pass70,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,940 miles
    Test number
    608279423043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail70,940 miles (+3,473)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,940 miles
    Test number
    558759923016
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass67,467 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    67,467 miles
    Test number
    437939731347
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly discoloured
    • NoteNearside front anti-roll bar dust cover split
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to legal limit 1.6mm

  20. Fail67,467 miles (+5,217)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,467 miles
    Test number
    858459931363
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly discoloured
    • NoteNearside front anti-roll bar dust cover split
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to legal limit 1.6mm

  21. Pass62,250 miles (+7,741)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    62,250 miles
    Test number
    890185460364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,509 miles (+6,009)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    54,509 miles
    Test number
    502053649312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,500 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,500 miles
    Test number
    293112458382
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass48,500 miles (+6,956)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    48,500 miles
    Test number
    481382158343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass41,544 miles (+6,686)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    41,544 miles
    Test number
    451734847412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,858 miles (+8,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    34,858 miles
    Test number
    261012056326
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail26,589 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,589 miles
    Test number
    204434455379
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass26,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    26,589 miles
    Test number
    253164255322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 ERK

Does LM52 ERK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 ERK expired on 24 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 ERK?
The MOT on LM52 ERK expired on 24 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 ERK done?
LM52 ERK was recorded at 108,419 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2024, an average of 4,523 miles a year.
Has LM52 ERK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 ERK has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 ERK 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 LM52 ERK find?
LM52 ERK passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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