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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,148 cc

LM52 FXUMOT history

LM52 FXU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 7 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 196,397 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2025.

LM52 FXU silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2026
Mileage
196,397 km
At MOT on 25 Jan 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 FXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 FXU was last recorded at 196,397 km on 25 Jan 2025, 4 km more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,393 km · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 196,397 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,397 km
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUndertray fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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, 2008–2015

  • UNDER TRAY FITTED.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,397 km (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    196,397 km
    Test number
    651212834932
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  2. Fail196,393 km1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,393 km
    Test number
    758958842167
    • DangerousRear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  3. Pass115,047 miles (+2,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    115,047 miles
    Test number
    480237420330
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY FITTED.

  4. Pass112,822 miles (+16,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    112,822 miles
    Test number
    676968219707
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath the vehicle.
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.

  5. Pass96,190 miles (+5,916)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,190 miles
    Test number
    863799576804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,274 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    90,274 miles
    Test number
    799491583654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail90,273 miles (+14,634)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,273 miles
    Test number
    290690459763
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  8. Pass75,639 miles (+7,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    75,639 miles
    Test number
    690507515134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre bald around outer edge

  9. Pass67,710 miles (+8,687)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,710 miles
    Test number
    487278796927
    • 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)

  10. Pass59,023 miles (+7,004)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    59,023 miles
    Test number
    628603444322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,019 miles (+6,852)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    52,019 miles
    Test number
    408140653461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,167 miles (+2,766)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    45,167 miles
    Test number
    767666042363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,401 miles (+3,277)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    42,401 miles
    Test number
    376337441394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass39,124 miles (+4,876)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    39,124 miles
    Test number
    520968240336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,248 miles
    Test number
    283781059300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,248 miles (+7,188)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,248 miles
    Test number
    774501359348
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass27,060 miles (+7,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,060 miles
    Test number
    423356748448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass19,985 miles (+3,166)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    19,985 miles
    Test number
    274587847372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    16,819 miles
    Test number
    142832046378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail16,819 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,819 miles
    Test number
    442732946333
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LM52 FXU

Does LM52 FXU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 FXU expired on 24 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 FXU?
The MOT on LM52 FXU expired on 24 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 FXU done?
LM52 FXU was recorded at 196,397 km at its MOT on 25 Jan 2025.
Has LM52 FXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 FXU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 FXU 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 FXU find?
LM52 FXU passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; undertray fitted.

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