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Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,148 cc

LM52 PXRMOT history

LM52 PXR is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz C first used on 30 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 163,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2023.

LM52 PXR blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Feb 2024
Mileage
163,680 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 PXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 PXR was last recorded at 163,680 miles on 21 Feb 2023, 175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,505 miles · 10 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
175 miles
Average per year
8,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 163,680 miles
  • 2022 – 151,923 miles
  • 2021 – 140,229 miles
  • 2019 – 122,524 miles
  • 2018 – 115,091 miles
  • 2017 – 113,880 miles
  • 2016 – 110,890 miles
  • 2015 – 105,778 miles
  • 2014 – 101,419 miles
  • 2013 – 95,375 miles
  • 2012 – 88,615 miles
  • 2011 – 85,644 miles
  • 2010 – 79,697 miles
  • 2009 – 73,664 miles
  • 2008 – 56,051 miles
  • 2007 – 44,450 miles
  • 2006 – 31,922 miles
  • 2005 – 21,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,680 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transmission

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Under trays/covers limit inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,680 miles (+175)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    163,680 miles
    Test number
    924008054305
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
  2. Fail163,505 miles (+11,582)3 dangerous4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,505 miles
    Test number
    126085090096
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour sub fog lamp (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
  3. Pass151,923 miles (+1,073)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,923 miles
    Test number
    132877393489
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp joint deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Front and rear both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection
  4. Fail150,850 miles (+10,621)7 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,850 miles
    Test number
    675662716578
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade very deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection
  5. Pass140,229 miles (+4)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    140,229 miles
    Test number
    518438538285
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive enigine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted limiting inspection
  6. Fail140,225 miles (+17,701)9 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,225 miles
    Test number
    823014108276
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount defective
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted limiting inspection
  7. Pass122,524 miles (+7,433)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,524 miles
    Test number
    726659596122
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides and inner pads 70/75% worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays limit inspection
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade very deteriorated
  8. Pass115,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,091 miles
    Test number
    326519464677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail115,091 miles (+1,211)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,091 miles
    Test number
    497982710560
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass113,880 miles (+2,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    113,880 miles
    Test number
    775742583635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint rear ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  11. Pass110,890 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    110,890 miles
    Test number
    504899195363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,884 miles (+5,106)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,884 miles
    Test number
    727836810572
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
  13. Pass105,778 miles (+4,359)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    105,778 miles
    Test number
    365187095172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass101,419 miles (+7)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    101,419 miles
    Test number
    777107324280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Fail101,412 miles (+6,037)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,412 miles
    Test number
    756027414228
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteLow fuel level.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass95,375 miles (+6,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,375 miles
    Test number
    717712793183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass88,615 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    88,615 miles
    Test number
    866723192169
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  18. Fail88,615 miles (+2,971)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,615 miles
    Test number
    796853492155
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass85,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,644 miles
    Test number
    217332971496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,644 miles (+5,947)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,644 miles
    Test number
    796952071172
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass79,697 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    79,697 miles
    Test number
    384657690109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Fail79,697 miles (+6,033)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,697 miles
    Test number
    550275090191
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass73,664 miles (+17,613)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    73,664 miles
    Test number
    472206759305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,051 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    56,051 miles
    Test number
    553501658376
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on outer edges
  25. Fail56,051 miles (+11,601)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,051 miles
    Test number
    763720158322
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low on outer edges
  26. Pass44,450 miles (+12,528)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    44,450 miles
    Test number
    194328037368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,922 miles
    Test number
    573539146366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail31,922 miles (+10,377)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,922 miles
    Test number
    733169946336
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres has age craking
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
  29. Pass21,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    21,545 miles
    Test number
    540263055390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 PXR

Does LM52 PXR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 PXR expired on 20 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 PXR?
The MOT on LM52 PXR expired on 20 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 PXR done?
LM52 PXR was recorded at 163,680 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2023, an average of 8,276 miles a year.
Has LM52 PXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 PXR has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LM52 PXR 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 PXR find?
LM52 PXR passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 8 more.

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