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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 3,199 cc

LM52 XVEMOT history

LM52 XVE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 31 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2025 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 106,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2025
Mileage
106,434 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XVE was last recorded at 106,434 miles on 4 Mar 2024, 2,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,673 miles · 17 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2,761 miles
Average per year
4,776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 106,434 miles
  • 2023 – 103,673 miles
  • 2022 – 99,770 miles
  • 2021 – 95,879 miles
  • 2020 – 93,247 miles
  • 2019 – 90,729 miles
  • 2018 – 87,660 miles
  • 2017 – 83,785 miles
  • 2016 – 82,737 miles
  • 2015 – 81,901 miles
  • 2014 – 80,870 miles
  • 2013 – 79,128 miles
  • 2012 – 72,376 miles
  • 2011 – 61,522 miles
  • 2010 – 49,181 miles
  • 2009 – 41,443 miles
  • 2008 – 35,156 miles
  • 2007 – 29,921 miles
  • 2006 – 24,985 miles
  • 2005 – 18,293 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,434 miles
  • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured fuel pump wiring (4.11 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySlight play in nearside idler steering assembly

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.

  • Fuel pipe slightly damaged fuel pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,434 miles (+2,761)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    106,434 miles
    Test number
    320671900480
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured fuel pump wiring (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside idler steering assembly

  2. Pass103,673 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    103,673 miles
    Test number
    947986700299
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRattle from inside centre exhaust silencer
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering idler component

  3. Fail103,673 miles (+3,903)2 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,673 miles
    Test number
    688387012681
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively unable to check due to no washers (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRattle from inside centre exhaust silencer
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering idler component

  4. Pass99,770 miles (+3,891)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,770 miles
    Test number
    216715533137
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass95,879 miles (+2,632)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,879 miles
    Test number
    246475096702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking In Tread Area And Sidewalls, Worn Inner Edge And Tread Blocking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Secondary CAT Rattling
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking In Tread Area And Sidewalls, Worn Inner Edge And Tread Blocking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm And Worn Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Weep Around Bell Housing Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass93,247 miles (+2,518)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,247 miles
    Test number
    848143507486
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Tyres Worn Unevenly On Front (Blocking)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering Idler Arm Has Slight Float On Its Mounting Point Bush
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm And Worn Badly On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Around Bell Housing To Engine Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass90,729 miles (+3,069)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    90,729 miles
    Test number
    543102646320
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront To Rear Fuel Pipe Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock Absorber Casing Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre, Inner Edge Worn In A Blocking Pattern
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock Absorber Casing Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre, Inner Edge Worn In A Blocking Pattern
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering Box Ball Joints Slight Play

  8. Pass87,660 miles (+3,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    87,660 miles
    Test number
    209801813488
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  9. Pass83,785 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    83,785 miles
    Test number
    997081810335
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly damaged fuel pipes corroded (7.2.2)

  10. Fail83,779 miles (+1,042)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,779 miles
    Test number
    223363858477
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly damaged fuel pipes corroded (7.2.2)

  11. Pass82,737 miles (+836)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,737 miles
    Test number
    820544057999
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL SLIGHTLY OVER MAX
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST - CENTER MOUNTING BRACKET MISSING - BUT STILL SURPORTED
    • AdvisoryLARGER WIDTH TYRES FITTED TO FRONT

  12. Pass81,901 miles (+1,031)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,901 miles
    Test number
    937807685142
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass80,870 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,870 miles
    Test number
    537191894126
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber split.

  14. Fail80,870 miles (+1,742)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,870 miles
    Test number
    236710394139
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside position lamp brighter than offside, possible wrong bulb fitted.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is going out of shape on the inner shoulder. Recommend replacing.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn down to 0mm on inner shoulder.Recommend replacing.
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber split.
    • NoteTyre size- 225/40-ZR18 92Y

  15. Pass79,128 miles (+6,752)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,128 miles
    Test number
    205107593105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass72,376 miles (+10,854)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    72,376 miles
    Test number
    146676982252
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail61,522 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,522 miles
    Test number
    189843181265
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass61,522 miles (+12,341)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,522 miles
    Test number
    316653681463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,181 miles (+7,738)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    49,181 miles
    Test number
    504359250236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,443 miles
    Test number
    623767239214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,443 miles (+6,287)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,443 miles
    Test number
    982417439252
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass35,156 miles (+5,235)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,156 miles
    Test number
    821389838262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,921 miles (+4,936)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    29,921 miles
    Test number
    302124137485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,985 miles (+467)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,985 miles
    Test number
    603213546244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,518 miles (+6,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,518 miles
    Test number
    263155416216
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  26. Pass18,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    18,293 miles
    Test number
    420222565282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 XVE

Does LM52 XVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 XVE expired on 27 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XVE?
The MOT on LM52 XVE expired on 27 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 XVE done?
LM52 XVE was recorded at 106,434 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2024, an average of 4,776 miles a year.
Has LM52 XVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XVE has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LM52 XVE 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 XVE find?
LM52 XVE passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: electrical wiring inadequately secured fuel pump wiring; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; fuel pipe/s corroded, and 11 more.

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