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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,597 cc

LM52 VFDMOT history

LM52 VFD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz E first used on 25 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 191,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2023.

LM52 VFD silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2024
Mileage
191,565 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 VFD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 VFD was last recorded at 191,565 miles on 9 Dec 2023, 5,352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jun 2018: 160,999 miles, lower than 163,309 miles on 17 Jun 2017.

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
186,213 miles · 11 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
5,352 miles
Average per year
7,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 191,565 miles
  • 2022 – 186,213 miles
  • 2021 – 182,306 miles
  • 2020 – 175,436 miles
  • 2019 – 172,133 miles
  • 2018 – 160,999 miles
  • 2017 – 163,309 miles
  • 2016 – 159,347 miles
  • 2015 – 151,784 miles
  • 2014 – 145,890 miles
  • 2013 – 136,992 miles
  • 2012 – 125,946 miles
  • 2011 – 114,304 miles
  • 2010 – 105,010 miles
  • 2009 – 95,095 miles
  • 2008 – 85,522 miles
  • 2007 – 73,973 miles
  • 2006 – 62,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,565 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Undertray and engine covers fitted to vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,565 miles (+5,352)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    191,565 miles
    Test number
    364764010661
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass186,213 miles (+135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    186,213 miles
    Test number
    526446578043
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail186,078 miles (+3,772)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,078 miles
    Test number
    117270288691
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass182,306 miles (+6,870)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    182,306 miles
    Test number
    678929297438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass175,436 miles (+3,303)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    175,436 miles
    Test number
    866260263483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass172,133 miles (+11,134)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    172,133 miles
    Test number
    923832166075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass160,999 miles (-2,310)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    160,999 miles
    Test number
    274774304756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass163,309 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    163,309 miles
    Test number
    832455273625
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine covers fitted to vehicle

  9. Fail163,309 miles (+3,962)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,309 miles
    Test number
    458980723615
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine covers fitted to vehicle

  10. Pass159,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    159,347 miles
    Test number
    993277669354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail159,347 miles (+7,563)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,347 miles
    Test number
    709283493425
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  12. Pass151,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    151,784 miles
    Test number
    678891955066
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  13. Fail151,784 miles (+5,894)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,784 miles
    Test number
    425091855045
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Pass145,890 miles (+8,898)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    145,890 miles
    Test number
    347935144000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail136,992 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,992 miles
    Test number
    219229943061
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass136,992 miles (+11,046)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    136,992 miles
    Test number
    629159643092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass125,946 miles (+11,642)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    125,946 miles
    Test number
    617808842064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass114,304 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    114,304 miles
    Test number
    726720251093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail114,301 miles (+9,291)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,301 miles
    Test number
    158019041403
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  20. Pass105,010 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    105,010 miles
    Test number
    203797650036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail104,990 miles (+9,895)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,990 miles
    Test number
    551666350087
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

  22. Pass95,095 miles (+9,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    95,095 miles
    Test number
    420403169009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass85,522 miles (+11,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    85,522 miles
    Test number
    673521568067
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass73,973 miles (+11,378)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    73,973 miles
    Test number
    844174267029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,595 miles
    Test number
    512895866024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 VFD

Does LM52 VFD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 VFD expired on 8 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 VFD?
The MOT on LM52 VFD expired on 8 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 VFD done?
LM52 VFD was recorded at 191,565 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2023, an average of 7,262 miles a year.
Has LM52 VFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 VFD has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LM52 VFD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 VFD find?
LM52 VFD passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2023 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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