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Mercedes-Benz Vito

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LM52 JHZMOT history

LM52 JHZ is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz Vito first used on 7 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 68,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
68,047 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 JHZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Vito
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 JHZ was last recorded at 68,047 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 13,564 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,483 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
13,564 miles
Average per year
2,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,047 miles
  • 2025 – 54,483 miles
  • 2024 – 52,167 miles
  • 2023 – 49,919 miles
  • 2022 – 47,466 miles
  • 2021 – 47,448 miles
  • 2020 – 41,168 miles
  • 2019 – 29,893 miles
  • 2018 – 29,366 miles
  • 2017 – 28,644 miles
  • 2016 – 27,663 miles
  • 2015 – 25,596 miles
  • 2014 – 24,257 miles
  • 2013 – 23,492 miles
  • 2012 – 22,792 miles
  • 2011 – 21,857 miles
  • 2010 – 20,832 miles
  • 2009 – 18,874 miles
  • 2008 – 16,786 miles
  • 2007 – 15,297 miles
  • 2006 – 12,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,047 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension components

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Both front inner wing support panels corroded but not structural time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coolant leak water pump area (strong advise)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside front tyre worn smooth on outer edge+perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Centre exhaust flange badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,047 miles (+13,564)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    68,047 miles
    Test number
    397284438925
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension components

  2. Pass54,483 miles (+2,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    54,483 miles
    Test number
    313660490103
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to underside including suspension components

  3. Pass52,167 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    52,167 miles
    Test number
    714008366553
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wing support panels corroded but not structural time of test
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak water pump area (strong advise)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn smooth on outer edge+perished
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust flange badly corroded

  4. Fail52,167 miles (+2,248)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,167 miles
    Test number
    517086712391
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring insecure not seated correctly (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wing support panels corroded but not structural time of test
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak water pump area (strong advise)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn smooth on outer edge+perished
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust flange badly corroded

  5. Pass49,919 miles (+2,453)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    49,919 miles
    Test number
    112186586147
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated strong advise (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wing panels corroded but not structural time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  6. Pass47,466 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    47,466 miles
    Test number
    119041315092
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner panels corroded but not structural time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox area but pool isn't more than 75mm time of test (strong advise)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to nearside rear light lens

  7. Fail47,466 miles (+18)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,466 miles
    Test number
    239489377514
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner panels corroded but not structural time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox area but pool isn't more than 75mm time of test (strong advise)
    • AdvisorySlight damage to nearside rear light lens

  8. Fail47,448 miles (+6,280)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,448 miles
    Test number
    735245977368
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass41,168 miles (+308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    41,168 miles
    Test number
    547195018312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Fail40,860 miles (+10,967)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,860 miles
    Test number
    964930768417
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass29,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    29,893 miles
    Test number
    578522430985
    • AdvisoryFront inner panels corroded

  12. Fail29,893 miles (+527)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,893 miles
    Test number
    252151797580
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront inner panels corroded

  13. Pass29,366 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    29,366 miles
    Test number
    668752504120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,644 miles (+981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    28,644 miles
    Test number
    231193995754
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both front inner top arch corroded in engine bay (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass27,663 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    27,663 miles
    Test number
    370490465099
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  16. Fail27,662 miles (+2,066)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,662 miles
    Test number
    244854014022
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  17. Pass25,596 miles (+200)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    25,596 miles
    Test number
    758228035198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust system coroded

  18. Pass25,396 miles (+1,139)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    25,396 miles
    Test number
    926779525013
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre silencer corroded

  19. Pass24,257 miles (+765)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    24,257 miles
    Test number
    756943124005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,492 miles (+700)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    23,492 miles
    Test number
    147131233096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,792 miles (+935)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    22,792 miles
    Test number
    747690122028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,857 miles (+1,025)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    21,857 miles
    Test number
    996258111059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,832 miles (+1,958)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    20,832 miles
    Test number
    263017920020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,874 miles (+2,088)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    18,874 miles
    Test number
    383130129006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,786 miles (+1,489)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    16,786 miles
    Test number
    110160338003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail15,297 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,297 miles
    Test number
    272132037027
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass15,297 miles (+3,084)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    15,297 miles
    Test number
    843242837014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass12,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    12,213 miles
    Test number
    131090936468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 JHZ

Does LM52 JHZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 JHZ is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 JHZ?
The MOT on LM52 JHZ is valid until 14 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 JHZ done?
LM52 JHZ was recorded at 68,047 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 2,734 miles a year.
Has LM52 JHZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 JHZ has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 JHZ 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 JHZ find?
LM52 JHZ passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; slight corrosion to suspension components.

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