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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LM52 XVLMOT history

LM52 XVL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 24 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 80,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2022.

LM52 XVL silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2023
Mileage
80,494 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XVL was last recorded at 80,494 miles on 11 Aug 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,493 miles · 3 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 80,494 miles
  • 2021 – 75,747 miles
  • 2020 – 72,954 miles
  • 2019 – 67,184 miles
  • 2018 – 59,906 miles
  • 2017 – 55,895 miles
  • 2016 – 50,178 miles
  • 2015 – 47,129 miles
  • 2014 – 42,703 miles
  • 2013 – 37,861 miles
  • 2012 – 34,640 miles
  • 2011 – 31,851 miles
  • 2010 – 28,907 miles
  • 2009 – 25,962 miles
  • 2008 – 23,702 miles
  • 2007 – 19,061 miles
  • 2006 – 15,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,494 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCovers fittedRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,494 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,494 miles
    Test number
    109564432873
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
  2. Fail80,493 miles (+4,746)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,493 miles
    Test number
    268310139553
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear of (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
  3. Pass75,747 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    75,747 miles
    Test number
    922812324942
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
  4. Fail75,747 miles (+2,793)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,747 miles
    Test number
    360589955334
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
  5. Pass72,954 miles (+5,770)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,954 miles
    Test number
    639192560524
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
  6. Pass67,184 miles (+7,278)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    67,184 miles
    Test number
    996487236655
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
  7. Pass59,906 miles (+4,011)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    59,906 miles
    Test number
    544839312526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,895 miles (+1,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    55,895 miles
    Test number
    815769057802
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  9. Pass53,945 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,945 miles
    Test number
    217376453167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sidewall of the tyre has several splits( not to cords)
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake poor performance on balance
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  10. Fail53,945 miles (+3,767)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,945 miles
    Test number
    367096514762
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sidewall of the tyre has several splits( not to cords)
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake poor performance on balance
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Pass50,178 miles (+3,049)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,178 miles
    Test number
    493437221366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,129 miles (+4,426)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    47,129 miles
    Test number
    268699995498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • Note...Thanx 4visiting us...
    • NoteO/s front tyre deteriorating & cracked......D.O.T = 3809
    • NotePlay noted in n/s front anti-roll bar link joint
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass42,703 miles (+4,842)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,703 miles
    Test number
    456701374128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,861 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    37,861 miles
    Test number
    595098263159
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  15. Fail37,861 miles (+3,221)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,861 miles
    Test number
    457268963185
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  16. Pass34,640 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,640 miles
    Test number
    686823372124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,623 miles (+2,772)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,623 miles
    Test number
    815687762132
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  18. Fail31,851 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,851 miles
    Test number
    886288751120
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  19. Pass31,851 miles (+2,944)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,851 miles
    Test number
    909238951112
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  20. Pass28,907 miles (+2,945)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    28,907 miles
    Test number
    264184830116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,962 miles (+2,260)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    25,962 miles
    Test number
    653820199063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,702 miles
    Test number
    272513918109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail23,702 miles (+4,641)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,702 miles
    Test number
    600503918114
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
  24. Pass19,061 miles (+3,743)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    19,061 miles
    Test number
    961582497034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    15,318 miles
    Test number
    200934846088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 XVL

Does LM52 XVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 XVL expired on 23 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XVL?
The MOT on LM52 XVL expired on 23 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 XVL done?
LM52 XVL was recorded at 80,494 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2022, an average of 3,952 miles a year.
Has LM52 XVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XVL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LM52 XVL 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 XVL find?
LM52 XVL passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2022 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; covers fitted.

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