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Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,148 cc

LM52 PMOMOT history

LM52 PMO is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 161,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

LM52 PMO silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
161,248 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 PMO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 PMO was last recorded at 161,248 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,245 miles · 25 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,248 miles
  • 2025 – 144,198 miles
  • 2024 – 139,074 miles
  • 2023 – 135,800 miles
  • 2022 – 126,626 miles
  • 2021 – 115,801 miles
  • 2020 – 106,879 miles
  • 2019 – 97,985 miles
  • 2018 – 95,258 miles
  • 2017 – 92,172 miles
  • 2016 – 89,705 miles
  • 2015 – 87,070 miles
  • 2014 – 83,330 miles
  • 2013 – 79,844 miles
  • 2012 – 76,834 miles
  • 2011 – 73,075 miles
  • 2010 – 67,634 miles
  • 2009 – 61,125 miles
  • 2008 – 53,702 miles
  • 2007 – 45,376 miles
  • 2006 – 34,319 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,248 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened trailing arm bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,248 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    161,248 miles
    Test number
    770048003984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened trailing arm bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail161,245 miles (+17,047)1 dangerous11 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,245 miles
    Test number
    446409181216
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment foot parking pedal (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened lower trailing arm bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass144,198 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    144,198 miles
    Test number
    154833533856
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail144,196 miles (+5,122)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,196 miles
    Test number
    301124098134
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass139,074 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    139,074 miles
    Test number
    537097897601
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail139,074 miles (+3,274)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,074 miles
    Test number
    758938999953
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass135,800 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    135,800 miles
    Test number
    607448862764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail135,800 miles (+9,174)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,800 miles
    Test number
    396649163834
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure exhaust clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass126,626 miles (+10,825)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,626 miles
    Test number
    643900445070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,801 miles (+8,922)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,801 miles
    Test number
    246438916744
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n /s/f headlamp very poor

  11. Pass106,879 miles (+8,894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    106,879 miles
    Test number
    564940128405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass97,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,985 miles
    Test number
    309040013086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,985 miles (+2,727)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,985 miles
    Test number
    922504692911
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  14. Pass95,258 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,258 miles
    Test number
    318206882189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail95,258 miles (+3,086)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,258 miles
    Test number
    531139796679
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass92,172 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,172 miles
    Test number
    977943388132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail92,172 miles (+2,467)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,172 miles
    Test number
    585510112558
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass89,705 miles (+2,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    89,705 miles
    Test number
    684683803594
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass87,070 miles (+3,740)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    87,070 miles
    Test number
    596363935036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,330 miles (+3,486)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    83,330 miles
    Test number
    978987514040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    79,844 miles
    Test number
    698697103061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail79,844 miles (+3,010)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,844 miles
    Test number
    189307003441
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass76,834 miles (+3,759)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    76,834 miles
    Test number
    145467912429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,075 miles
    Test number
    785213351021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail73,075 miles (+5,441)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,075 miles
    Test number
    388152051032
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass67,634 miles (+6,509)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,634 miles
    Test number
    141058210097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail61,125 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,125 miles
    Test number
    913620929076
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass61,125 miles (+7,423)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    61,125 miles
    Test number
    934500229039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,702 miles (+8,326)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    53,702 miles
    Test number
    950963728034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass45,376 miles (+11,057)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    45,376 miles
    Test number
    364444357097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass34,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    34,319 miles
    Test number
    673058046078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 PMO

Does LM52 PMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 PMO is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 PMO?
The MOT on LM52 PMO is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 PMO done?
LM52 PMO was recorded at 161,248 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 6,234 miles a year.
Has LM52 PMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 PMO has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 PMO 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 PMO find?
LM52 PMO passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 6 more.

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