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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 3,199 cc

LM52 FXJMOT history

LM52 FXJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz S-Class first used on 17 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 80,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
80,703 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 FXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 FXJ was last recorded at 80,703 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,700 miles · 20 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,703 miles
  • 2025 – 79,624 miles
  • 2023 – 75,940 miles
  • 2022 – 73,633 miles
  • 2021 – 70,562 miles
  • 2020 – 67,088 miles
  • 2019 – 66,021 miles
  • 2018 – 63,975 miles
  • 2017 – 61,161 miles
  • 2016 – 59,210 miles
  • 2015 – 57,447 miles
  • 2014 – 53,389 miles
  • 2013 – 47,626 miles
  • 2012 – 43,704 miles
  • 2011 – 39,892 miles
  • 2010 – 37,129 miles
  • 2008 – 33,295 miles
  • 2007 – 29,681 miles
  • 2006 – 25,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,703 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near flexi connection. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords On sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres showing signs of aging (perished on sidewalls). (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear heat shield insecure

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,703 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    80,703 miles
    Test number
    645690979898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near flexi connection. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords On sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres showing signs of aging (perished on sidewalls). (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail80,700 miles (+1,076)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,700 miles
    Test number
    949130346498
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Brake pipe corroded and leaking near flexi connection. (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to a corroded/leaking brake pipe. (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near flexi connection. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords On sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres showing signs of aging (perished on sidewalls). (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass79,624 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    79,624 miles
    Test number
    176163157995
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail79,623 miles (+3,683)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,623 miles
    Test number
    184039286496
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass75,940 miles (+2,307)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    75,940 miles
    Test number
    694064451003
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear heat shield insecure

  6. Pass73,633 miles (+3,071)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,633 miles
    Test number
    820233158963
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective front exhaust bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Heat shield insecure

  7. Pass70,562 miles (+3,474)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    70,562 miles
    Test number
    847398399277
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts condensating (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front exhaust bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear heat shield insecure

  8. Pass67,088 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    67,088 miles
    Test number
    628700007420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,021 miles (+2,046)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,021 miles
    Test number
    359172980802
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass63,975 miles (+2,814)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,975 miles
    Test number
    699126957255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,161 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,161 miles
    Test number
    202623518450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,210 miles
    Test number
    420457358785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,210 miles (+1,763)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,210 miles
    Test number
    208807595640
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass57,447 miles (+4,058)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,447 miles
    Test number
    215816706200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,389 miles
    Test number
    196942764286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,389 miles (+5,763)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,389 miles
    Test number
    508282464236
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass47,626 miles (+3,922)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,626 miles
    Test number
    907568163122
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass43,704 miles (+3,812)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,704 miles
    Test number
    228634422436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,892 miles (+2,763)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,892 miles
    Test number
    137867781011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,129 miles (+3,834)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,129 miles
    Test number
    394679320014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass33,295 miles (+3,614)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,295 miles
    Test number
    992403328338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    29,681 miles
    Test number
    421655807453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,681 miles (+3,967)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,681 miles
    Test number
    764985307315
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  24. Pass25,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,714 miles
    Test number
    391111116365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 FXJ

Does LM52 FXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 FXJ is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 FXJ?
The MOT on LM52 FXJ is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 FXJ done?
LM52 FXJ was recorded at 80,703 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 2,791 miles a year.
Has LM52 FXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 FXJ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 FXJ 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 FXJ find?
LM52 FXJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flexi connection., and 3 more.

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