Mercedes-Benz ML
Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,688 cc
LS52 MPVMOT history
LS52 MPV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz ML first used on 10 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 137,696 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 23 Jul 2026
- Mileage
- 137,696 mi
- At MOT on 24 Jul 2025
- MOT tests
- 27
- 18 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 5,453 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS52 MPV
- 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
- 10 Feb 2003
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Jul 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS52 MPV was last recorded at 137,696 miles on 24 Jul 2025, 566 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2022.
Mileage went down between tests
- 4 Mar 2010: 27,151 miles, lower than 60,687 miles on 20 Feb 2009.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 137,130 miles · 8 Dec 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 566 miles
- Average per year
- 5,453 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 137,696 miles
- 2022 – 137,130 miles
- 2021 – 135,275 miles
- 2020 – 133,775 miles
- 2019 – 133,712 miles
- 2017 – 123,242 miles
- 2016 – 113,033 miles
- 2015 – 105,131 miles
- 2014 – 98,318 miles
- 2013 – 89,590 miles
- 2012 – 83,087 miles
- 2011 – 75,393 miles
- 2010 – 67,155 miles
- 2009 – 60,687 miles
- 2008 – 52,445 miles
- 2007 – 42,024 miles
- 2006 – 31,886 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass137,696 miles
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on suspension and braking
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010
Full MOT history
27 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass137,696 miles (+566)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 137,696 miles
- Test number
- 321548392780
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryHeavy corrosion on suspension and braking
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
Pass137,130 miles (+315)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 137,130 miles
- Test number
- 844877117382
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail136,815 miles (+1,540)1 dangerous13 major2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,815 miles
- Test number
- 179022801268
- DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorFront Horn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn main rubber/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn main rubber/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear high level stop light not working
Pass135,275 miles (+1,500)2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 135,275 miles
- Test number
- 511189310311
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective headlight lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective headlight lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass133,775 miles (+63)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 133,775 miles
- Test number
- 841357651826
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass133,712 miles (+13)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 133,712 miles
- Test number
- 702667804730
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail133,699 miles (+10,457)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,699 miles
- Test number
- 318446428884
- DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
Pass123,242 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 123,242 miles
- Test number
- 252652310150
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail123,242 miles (+10,209)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,242 miles
- Test number
- 960880987708
- Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass113,033 miles (+7,902)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 113,033 miles
- Test number
- 685466134764
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass105,131 miles (+6,813)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 105,131 miles
- Test number
- 449862245158
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass98,318 miles (+6)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 98,318 miles
- Test number
- 437514454184
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail98,312 miles (+8,722)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,312 miles
- Test number
- 135873054194
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass89,590 miles (+6,503)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 89,590 miles
- Test number
- 189410663004
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass83,087 miles4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 83,087 miles
- Test number
- 976308562062
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteRear registration plate starting to deteriorate
Fail83,087 miles (+7,694)4 failures4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,087 miles
- Test number
- 796228662057
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteRear registration plate starting to deteriorate
Pass75,393 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 75,393 miles
- Test number
- 387069361083
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail75,393 miles (+8,238)1 failure2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,393 miles
- Test number
- 658213261024
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass67,155 miles (+40,004)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 67,155 miles
- Test number
- 843104360098
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail27,151 miles (-33,536)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 27,151 miles
- Test number
- 202153360026
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass60,687 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 60,687 miles
- Test number
- 422741659046
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail60,687 miles (+8,242)6 failures1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,687 miles
- Test number
- 984010259057
- FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Fail52,445 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,445 miles
- Test number
- 634910868029
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass52,445 miles (+10,421)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 52,445 miles
- Test number
- 872570568064
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,024 miles (+10,138)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 42,024 miles
- Test number
- 681204067071
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,886 miles (+408)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 31,886 miles
- Test number
- 341045556052
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,478 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 31,478 miles
- Test number
- 260661136021
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LS52 MPV
- Does LS52 MPV currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LS52 MPV expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LS52 MPV?
- The MOT on LS52 MPV expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LS52 MPV done?
- LS52 MPV was recorded at 137,696 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2025, an average of 5,453 miles a year.
- Has LS52 MPV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS52 MPV has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2022.
- Has the mileage on LS52 MPV ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LS52 MPV find?
- LS52 MPV passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; heavy corrosion on suspension and braking, and 2 more.
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