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Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,499 cc

LM52 LXPMOT history

LM52 LXP is a black diesel Ford Ranger first used on 20 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 68,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

LM52 LXP black Ford Ranger – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
68,760 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 LXP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Ranger
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 LXP was last recorded at 68,760 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Apr 2011: 24,754 miles, lower than 32,389 miles on 21 Apr 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
68,090 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
670 miles
Average per year
2,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,760 miles
  • 2025 – 68,090 miles
  • 2024 – 67,714 miles
  • 2023 – 66,422 miles
  • 2022 – 61,569 miles
  • 2021 – 57,771 miles
  • 2019 – 52,849 miles
  • 2018 – 49,674 miles
  • 2017 – 48,397 miles
  • 2016 – 45,707 miles
  • 2015 – 44,033 miles
  • 2014 – 41,904 miles
  • 2013 – 39,331 miles
  • 2012 – 36,760 miles
  • 2011 – 24,754 miles
  • 2010 – 32,389 miles
  • 2009 – 29,833 miles
  • 2007 – 26,471 miles
  • 2006 – 20,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,760 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,760 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    68,760 miles
    Test number
    102884213719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass68,090 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    68,090 miles
    Test number
    160479335895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail68,089 miles (+375)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,089 miles
    Test number
    802430844030
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass67,714 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    67,714 miles
    Test number
    244276343687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail67,713 miles (+1,291)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,713 miles
    Test number
    437889588237
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass66,422 miles (+4,853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    66,422 miles
    Test number
    927659996109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords + worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass61,569 miles (+3,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    61,569 miles
    Test number
    546446140109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass57,771 miles (+12)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    57,771 miles
    Test number
    642747381981
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Fail57,759 miles (+4,910)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,759 miles
    Test number
    245987320284
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass52,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,849 miles
    Test number
    639631084237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail52,849 miles (+3,175)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,849 miles
    Test number
    156846976514
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass49,674 miles (+1,277)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    49,674 miles
    Test number
    175567126925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,397 miles (+2,690)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,397 miles
    Test number
    361544357723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,707 miles (+1,674)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,707 miles
    Test number
    669530268528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,033 miles (+2,129)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,033 miles
    Test number
    995969595031
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount broken but system adequately supported

  16. Pass41,904 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,904 miles
    Test number
    665482594005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,331 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,331 miles
    Test number
    566255393046
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass39,331 miles (+2,571)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,331 miles
    Test number
    978935793082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,760 miles (+12,006)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,760 miles
    Test number
    145726592423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,754 miles
    Test number
    896822201147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    586898091075
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass32,389 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,389 miles
    Test number
    210571810485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,376 miles (+2,543)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,376 miles
    Test number
    451007390038
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  24. Pass29,833 miles (+3,362)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,833 miles
    Test number
    150897709149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,471 miles (+6,440)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,471 miles
    Test number
    651897317096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    20,031 miles
    Test number
    480978016045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 LXP

Does LM52 LXP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 LXP is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 LXP?
The MOT on LM52 LXP is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 LXP done?
LM52 LXP was recorded at 68,760 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 2,426 miles a year.
Has LM52 LXP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 LXP has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 LXP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 LXP find?
LM52 LXP passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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