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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,998 cc

LS52 HDKMOT history

LS52 HDK is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 1 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 85,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

LS52 HDK silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
85,925 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 HDK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 HDK was last recorded at 85,925 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Oct 2017: 68,115 miles, lower than 104,636 miles on 24 Oct 2016.

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
85,913 miles · 12 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
2,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,925 miles
  • 2025 – 84,794 miles
  • 2024 – 83,421 miles
  • 2023 – 82,062 miles
  • 2022 – 80,440 miles
  • 2021 – 78,080 miles
  • 2020 – 76,095 miles
  • 2019 – 73,335 miles
  • 2018 – 70,849 miles
  • 2017 – 68,115 miles
  • 2016 – 104,636 miles
  • 2015 – 61,914 miles
  • 2014 – 59,276 miles
  • 2013 – 56,702 miles
  • 2012 – 53,840 miles
  • 2011 – 51,197 miles
  • 2010 – 47,390 miles
  • 2009 – 44,100 miles
  • 2008 – 40,290 miles
  • 2007 – 36,203 miles
  • 2006 – 32,360 miles
  • 2005 – 27,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,925 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

31 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,925 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    85,925 miles
    Test number
    104939932097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail85,913 miles (+1,119)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,913 miles
    Test number
    107214852633
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,794 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    84,794 miles
    Test number
    928577329233
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail84,794 miles (+1,373)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,794 miles
    Test number
    471731006397
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,421 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    83,421 miles
    Test number
    639529616474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail83,421 miles (+1,359)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,421 miles
    Test number
    817004456728
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass82,062 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    82,062 miles
    Test number
    339796442007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail82,062 miles (+1,622)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,062 miles
    Test number
    718133980479
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass80,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,440 miles
    Test number
    804986701874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement the front front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement the lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement the front front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail80,440 miles (+2,360)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,440 miles
    Test number
    991869371904
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement the front front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement the lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement the front front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass78,080 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,080 miles
    Test number
    525287760277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,095 miles (+2,760)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    76,095 miles
    Test number
    183394576390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,335 miles (+2,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,335 miles
    Test number
    263490875899
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass70,849 miles (+2,734)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,849 miles
    Test number
    837598915243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,115 miles (-36,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,115 miles
    Test number
    433934806879
    • Advisory2016 mot milage was recorded in kilometers

  16. Pass104,636 miles (+42,722)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    104,636 miles
    Test number
    903983995225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,914 miles (+2,638)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    61,914 miles
    Test number
    916771781768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,276 miles (+2,574)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,276 miles
    Test number
    257736314396
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass56,702 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,702 miles
    Test number
    919762103376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail56,695 miles (+2,855)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,695 miles
    Test number
    405661703404
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass53,840 miles (+2,643)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    53,840 miles
    Test number
    599540512367
    • NoteBoth front tyres damaged on the sidewall

  22. Pass51,197 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,197 miles
    Test number
    149129311380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,390 miles (+3,290)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,390 miles
    Test number
    681486900312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,100 miles
    Test number
    431483699292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,100 miles (+3,810)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,100 miles
    Test number
    832533399247
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass40,290 miles (+4,087)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,290 miles
    Test number
    670380898287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,203 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    36,203 miles
    Test number
    940713707378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail36,133 miles (+3,773)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,133 miles
    Test number
    350228597472
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass32,360 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,360 miles
    Test number
    451730606301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail32,326 miles (+4,361)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,326 miles
    Test number
    963608396231
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass27,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    27,965 miles
    Test number
    482284805447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 HDK

Does LS52 HDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 HDK is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 HDK?
The MOT on LS52 HDK is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 HDK done?
LS52 HDK was recorded at 85,925 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 2,766 miles a year.
Has LS52 HDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 HDK has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS52 HDK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Oct 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS52 HDK find?
LS52 HDK passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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