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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc

LM52 VHLMOT history

LM52 VHL is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 12 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 157,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2022.

LM52 VHL silver Mercedes-Benz Ml – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2023
Mileage
157,111 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 VHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
ML
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,688 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 VHL was last recorded at 157,111 miles on 2 Aug 2022, 76 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,035 miles · 13 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
76 miles
Average per year
6,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,111 miles
  • 2021 – 147,437 miles
  • 2020 – 145,921 miles
  • 2019 – 132,819 miles
  • 2018 – 129,883 miles
  • 2017 – 124,854 miles
  • 2016 – 121,715 miles
  • 2014 – 111,609 miles
  • 2013 – 107,830 miles
  • 2012 – 105,070 miles
  • 2011 – 102,179 miles
  • 2010 – 97,619 miles
  • 2009 – 86,481 miles
  • 2008 – 71,739 miles
  • 2007 – 60,726 miles
  • 2006 – 48,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,111 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen wiper not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,111 miles (+76)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,111 miles
    Test number
    804763201245
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail157,035 miles (+9,598)11 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,035 miles
    Test number
    988821595766
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxillary belt deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroding
    • AdvisoryCannot see to fully inspect brake pads without wheel removal!!
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s/f brake discs slight deteriorating
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s/r brake discs slight deteriorating
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slight damage outer wall
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre slight damage outer wall

  3. Pass147,437 miles (+1,516)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    147,437 miles
    Test number
    758621821671
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass145,921 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    145,921 miles
    Test number
    371188744593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail145,866 miles (+13,047)4 dangerous8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,866 miles
    Test number
    472148065885
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective water contaminated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe has heavy surface corrosion

  6. Pass132,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    132,819 miles
    Test number
    749652187234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail132,819 miles (+2,936)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,819 miles
    Test number
    193326548216
    • DangerousOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  8. Pass129,883 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    129,883 miles
    Test number
    119411789078
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  9. Fail129,883 miles (+5,029)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,883 miles
    Test number
    653239078050
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  10. Pass124,854 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    124,854 miles
    Test number
    978291992550
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  11. Fail124,854 miles (+3,139)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,854 miles
    Test number
    490201656418
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed in tread. (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  12. Pass121,715 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    121,715 miles
    Test number
    784327215463
    • AdvisoryCant see Brake pads well
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail121,714 miles (+10,105)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,714 miles
    Test number
    127104727573
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play Inner Steering arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCant see Brake pads well
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass111,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    111,609 miles
    Test number
    228371494246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,609 miles (+3,779)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,609 miles
    Test number
    156891194204
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass107,830 miles (+2,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    107,830 miles
    Test number
    718249183287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass105,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    105,070 miles
    Test number
    769758392273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,070 miles (+2,891)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,070 miles
    Test number
    737747192290
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass102,179 miles4 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    102,179 miles
    Test number
    347649791453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly lipped
    • NoteCentre rear metal brake pipe has slight corrosion
    • NoteFront anti-roll bar centre & outer bushes are worn & have movement.Boarder line pass!
    • NoteSlight corrosion to nearside rear & offside rear of vehicle chasis floor pan
    • NoteUnable to see some testable items under bonnet due to plastic covering
    • NoteUnable to see thickness of inner rear brake pads

  20. Fail102,162 miles (+4,543)2 failures5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,162 miles
    Test number
    318289591484
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly lipped
    • NoteCentre rear metal brake pipe has slight corrosion
    • NoteFront anti-roll bar centre & outer bushes are worn & have movement.Boarder line pass!
    • NoteSlight corrosion to nearside rear & offside rear of vehicle chasis floor pan
    • NoteUnable to see some testable items under bonnet due to plastic covering
    • NoteUnable to see thickness of inner rear brake pads

  21. Pass97,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    97,619 miles
    Test number
    931273400339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail97,619 miles (+11,138)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,619 miles
    Test number
    442586480216
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass86,481 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    86,481 miles
    Test number
    340063479497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail86,381 miles (+14,642)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,381 miles
    Test number
    384558269299
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass71,739 miles (+11,013)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    71,739 miles
    Test number
    433494968202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,726 miles (+11,821)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    60,726 miles
    Test number
    921366337219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,905 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,905 miles
    Test number
    480251666011
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM52 VHL

Does LM52 VHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 VHL expired on 1 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 VHL?
The MOT on LM52 VHL expired on 1 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 VHL done?
LM52 VHL was recorded at 157,111 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2022, an average of 6,590 miles a year.
Has LM52 VHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 VHL has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LM52 VHL 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 VHL find?
LM52 VHL passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2022 with 13 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; drive belt worn, but not excessively; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 10 more.

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