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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

LM52 ETUMOT history

LM52 ETU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 103,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2022.

LM52 ETU silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2023
Mileage
103,557 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 ETU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 ETU was last recorded at 103,557 miles on 14 Apr 2022, 5,453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,104 miles · 26 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
5,453 miles
Average per year
5,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,557 miles
  • 2021 – 98,104 miles
  • 2020 – 92,117 miles
  • 2019 – 86,245 miles
  • 2018 – 83,242 miles
  • 2016 – 81,533 miles
  • 2015 – 79,623 miles
  • 2014 – 76,447 miles
  • 2013 – 73,079 miles
  • 2012 – 67,378 miles
  • 2011 – 61,429 miles
  • 2010 – 53,452 miles
  • 2009 – 48,891 miles
  • 2008 – 44,126 miles
  • 2007 – 37,005 miles
  • 2006 – 29,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,557 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,557 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    103,557 miles
    Test number
    998640516657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,556 miles (+5,452)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,556 miles
    Test number
    295888437251
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass98,104 miles (+5,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,104 miles
    Test number
    949596399621
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

  4. Pass92,117 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    92,117 miles
    Test number
    583674312931
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail92,117 miles (+530)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,117 miles
    Test number
    392455865629
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing under seat (7.1.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail91,587 miles (+5,342)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,587 miles
    Test number
    203354748589
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre tread below 1.6 legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working side lighr not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer slight play in steering
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass86,245 miles (+3,003)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    86,245 miles
    Test number
    874862414006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,242 miles (+1,709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    83,242 miles
    Test number
    516908676781
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass81,533 miles (+1,910)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    81,533 miles
    Test number
    874441139713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWinter tyres fitted to front axle

  10. Pass79,623 miles (+3,176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    79,623 miles
    Test number
    421959292973
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise front n.s.f !!
    • AdvisoryLow to no tread on outer part o.s.f tyre

  11. Pass76,447 miles (+3,368)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,447 miles
    Test number
    589229444373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass73,079 miles (+5,701)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,079 miles
    Test number
    288434753334
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion to parts of exhaust system

  13. Pass67,378 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,378 miles
    Test number
    876642752319
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect rear road springs.

  14. Fail67,378 miles (+5,949)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,378 miles
    Test number
    798382952373
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect rear road springs.

  15. Pass61,429 miles (+7,977)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,429 miles
    Test number
    397324151313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect rear road springs.

  16. Pass53,452 miles (+4,561)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,452 miles
    Test number
    101710050351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,891 miles (+4,765)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,891 miles
    Test number
    811030059362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,126 miles (+7,121)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,126 miles
    Test number
    764897048373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,005 miles (+7,725)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    37,005 miles
    Test number
    361461457382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,280 miles (+10,502)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    29,280 miles
    Test number
    892163366354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    18,778 miles
    Test number
    150746806030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 ETU

Does LM52 ETU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 ETU expired on 13 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 ETU?
The MOT on LM52 ETU expired on 13 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 ETU done?
LM52 ETU was recorded at 103,557 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2022, an average of 5,211 miles a year.
Has LM52 ETU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 ETU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LM52 ETU 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 ETU find?
LM52 ETU passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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