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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 2,151 cc

LM52 JHKMOT history

LM52 JHK is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 23 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 119,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2022
Mileage
119,065 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2022
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 JHK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,151 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM52 JHK was last recorded at 119,065 miles on 20 Dec 2022, 5,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,925 miles · 23 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,140 miles
Average per year
5,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,065 miles
  • 2021 – 113,925 miles
  • 2019 – 97,512 miles
  • 2018 – 91,761 miles
  • 2017 – 85,360 miles
  • 2016 – 78,720 miles
  • 2015 – 71,816 miles
  • 2014 – 64,297 miles
  • 2013 – 57,526 miles
  • 2012 – 50,740 miles
  • 2011 – 43,074 miles
  • 2010 – 36,391 miles
  • 2009 – 29,619 miles
  • 2008 – 27,728 miles
  • 2007 – 22,338 miles
  • 2006 – 17,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,065 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer seals corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer seals corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,065 miles (+5,140)2 dangerous3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,065 miles
    Test number
    156080529624
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer seals corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer seals corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass113,925 miles (+20)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    113,925 miles
    Test number
    596878917097
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail113,905 miles1 dangerous6 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,905 miles
    Test number
    520907620249
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced both (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    836290965756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. FailMileage not read9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    632640696789
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced jacking area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,512 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,512 miles
    Test number
    990442048433
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail97,415 miles (+5,654)1 dangerous11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,415 miles
    Test number
    887546881021
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  8. Pass91,761 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,761 miles
    Test number
    909702665976
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod

  9. Fail91,704 miles (+6,344)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,704 miles
    Test number
    206913834688
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage bumper loose (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod

  10. Pass85,360 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,360 miles
    Test number
    616061151298
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod

  11. Fail85,344 miles (+6,624)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,344 miles
    Test number
    174649517512
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod

  12. Pass78,720 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,720 miles
    Test number
    122670523721
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints

  13. Fail78,720 miles (+6,904)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,720 miles
    Test number
    682576819659
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints

  14. Pass71,816 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,816 miles
    Test number
    228825135459
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joints(Tie Rod)

  15. Fail71,816 miles (+7,519)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,816 miles
    Test number
    689624035137
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joints(Tie Rod)

  16. Pass64,297 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,297 miles
    Test number
    316374034193
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteRear both tyre slightly deteriorated

  17. Fail64,297 miles (+6,771)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,297 miles
    Test number
    128944534150
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteRear both tyre slightly deteriorated

  18. Pass57,526 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,526 miles
    Test number
    887917433194
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage to nearside front wing and door.
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRecommend parking brake shoes inspection.

  19. Fail57,526 miles (+6,786)1 dangerous5 failures8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,526 miles
    Test number
    646647633160
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage to nearside front wing and door.
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRecommend parking brake shoes inspection.

  20. Pass50,740 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,740 miles
    Test number
    605267932194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,717 miles (+7,643)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,717 miles
    Test number
    198765432142
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass43,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,074 miles
    Test number
    998342931132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,074 miles (+6,683)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,074 miles
    Test number
    466772431112
    • DangerousNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass36,391 miles (+6,772)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,391 miles
    Test number
    462343530118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,619 miles (+1,891)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,619 miles
    Test number
    484397099094
    • NoteCut in sidewall of o/s/f tyre

  26. Pass27,728 miles (+506)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,728 miles
    Test number
    394407228102
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/r lamp
    • NoteSmall cut in the offside front tyre outer sidewall.

  27. Fail27,222 miles (+4,884)5 dangerous4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,222 miles
    Test number
    591104628110
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s/r lamp
    • NoteSmall cut in the offside front tyre outer sidewall.

  28. Pass22,338 miles (+4,693)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,338 miles
    Test number
    262973707023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass17,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    17,645 miles
    Test number
    220833616096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 JHK

Does LM52 JHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 JHK expired on 22 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 JHK?
The MOT on LM52 JHK expired on 22 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 JHK done?
LM52 JHK was recorded at 119,065 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2022, an average of 5,989 miles a year.
Has LM52 JHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 JHK has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LM52 JHK 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 JHK find?
LM52 JHK failed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall; offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked to cord; front integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both sides, and 11 more.

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