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Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,148 cc

LM52 PFNMOT history

LM52 PFN is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 155,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2024.

LM52 PFN black Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2025
Mileage
155,472 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 PFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 PFN was last recorded at 155,472 miles on 26 Sept 2024, 4,147 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,325 miles · 11 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
4,147 miles
Average per year
5,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,472 miles
  • 2023 – 151,325 miles
  • 2022 – 147,201 miles
  • 2021 – 143,873 miles
  • 2020 – 140,669 miles
  • 2019 – 134,117 miles
  • 2018 – 128,086 miles
  • 2017 – 121,574 miles
  • 2016 – 116,809 miles
  • 2015 – 111,680 miles
  • 2014 – 102,656 miles
  • 2012 – 90,061 miles
  • 2011 – 84,297 miles
  • 2010 – 79,968 miles
  • 2009 – 74,882 miles
  • 2008 – 70,035 miles
  • 2007 – 62,637 miles
  • 2006 – 45,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,472 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,472 miles (+4,147)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    155,472 miles
    Test number
    760076396028
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass151,325 miles (+4,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    151,325 miles
    Test number
    462239520209
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass147,201 miles (+3,328)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    147,201 miles
    Test number
    768038238243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass143,873 miles (+3,204)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    143,873 miles
    Test number
    557262335466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,669 miles (+602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    140,669 miles
    Test number
    877861258042
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail140,067 miles (+5,950)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,067 miles
    Test number
    519800566899
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass134,117 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    134,117 miles
    Test number
    808140587045
    • AdvisoryPark brake 19%
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes deteriorating ,,will need attention

  8. Fail134,117 miles (+6,031)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,117 miles
    Test number
    229285680277
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake 19%
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes deteriorating ,,will need attention

  9. Pass128,086 miles (+6,512)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,086 miles
    Test number
    344868309663
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFumes Caused By Diesel Injector Blow By
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underside Corrosion Concurrent With Vehicle Age
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass121,574 miles (+4,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    121,574 miles
    Test number
    363235895316
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes corroded

  11. Pass116,809 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    116,809 miles
    Test number
    469234080851
    • AdvisorySlight play /s/f wheel bearing various metal brake pipes corroded

  12. Fail116,809 miles (+5,129)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,809 miles
    Test number
    956649368846
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySlight play /s/f wheel bearing various metal brake pipes corroded

  13. Fail111,680 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,680 miles
    Test number
    217942155406
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass111,680 miles (+9,024)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    111,680 miles
    Test number
    347952455150
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass102,656 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    102,656 miles
    Test number
    625357034148
    • NoteSlight play n/s/r anti roll bar bush

  16. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    347413933135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    648543033143
    • Repaired at testNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass90,061 miles (+5,764)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    90,061 miles
    Test number
    495890732155
    • NoteUnable to carry out full inspection due to plastic covers fitted covering most of underide of vehicle

  19. Pass84,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,297 miles
    Test number
    299751411405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail84,297 miles (+4,329)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,297 miles
    Test number
    176501611129
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass79,968 miles (+5,086)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    79,968 miles
    Test number
    914310210108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,882 miles (+4,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    74,882 miles
    Test number
    460235729189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass70,035 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    70,035 miles
    Test number
    601101148189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlastic undertrays fitted

  24. Fail70,035 miles (+7,398)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,035 miles
    Test number
    723921048105
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlastic undertrays fitted

  25. Pass62,637 miles (+16,821)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    62,637 miles
    Test number
    683025357294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    45,816 miles
    Test number
    100443896436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 PFN

Does LM52 PFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 PFN expired on 29 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 PFN?
The MOT on LM52 PFN expired on 29 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 PFN done?
LM52 PFN was recorded at 155,472 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2024, an average of 5,933 miles a year.
Has LM52 PFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 PFN has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LM52 PFN 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 PFN find?
LM52 PFN passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 4 more.

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