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Mercedes-Benz C

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LS52 ONFMOT history

LS52 ONF is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 10 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 64,921 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

LS52 ONF silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2026
Mileage
64,921 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,863 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 ONF
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
10 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 ONF was last recorded at 64,921 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,988 miles · 19 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
933 miles
Average per year
2,863 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,921 miles
  • 2024 – 63,988 miles
  • 2023 – 62,830 miles
  • 2022 – 61,212 miles
  • 2021 – 59,232 miles
  • 2020 – 58,183 miles
  • 2019 – 55,435 miles
  • 2018 – 51,380 miles
  • 2017 – 47,447 miles
  • 2016 – 45,621 miles
  • 2015 – 45,375 miles
  • 2014 – 44,975 miles
  • 2012 – 44,683 miles
  • 2011 – 43,887 miles
  • 2010 – 41,947 miles
  • 2009 – 33,433 miles
  • 2008 – 22,181 miles
  • 2007 – 11,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,921 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,921 miles (+933)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    64,921 miles
    Test number
    975812215572
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass63,988 miles (+1,158)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    63,988 miles
    Test number
    945689528121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass62,830 miles (+1,618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    62,830 miles
    Test number
    367586023305
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread FRONT + REAR (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass61,212 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    61,212 miles
    Test number
    322700938879
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp lens damaged but not likely to cause harm/injury when grazed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail61,205 miles (+1,973)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,205 miles
    Test number
    406597366345
    • DangerousCoolant low light stays on
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements white backing incomplete (characters not clearly readable) (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective deteriorated (affecting light output & image) (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements yellow backing incomplete (characters not clearly readable) (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. advise check clean & free pads or sliders (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing & slight cracking between tread blocks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bush is splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm bush is splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass59,232 miles (+1,049)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,232 miles
    Test number
    384537706083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass58,183 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,183 miles
    Test number
    174031233581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail58,183 miles (+2,748)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,183 miles
    Test number
    876964254610
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass55,435 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,435 miles
    Test number
    676279038855
    • AdvisoryAdvise - ABS light on dash comes on intermittently

  10. Fail55,431 miles (+4,051)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,431 miles
    Test number
    390007543216
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass51,380 miles (+3,933)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    51,380 miles
    Test number
    780796022188
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass47,447 miles (+1,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,447 miles
    Test number
    317131812883
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front + rear (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass45,621 miles (+246)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,621 miles
    Test number
    408477000491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,375 miles (+400)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,375 miles
    Test number
    375254965019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    44,975 miles
    Test number
    186205944089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,975 miles (+292)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,975 miles
    Test number
    737464044014
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass44,683 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,683 miles
    Test number
    186240342309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,887 miles (+1,940)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    43,887 miles
    Test number
    495378471084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,947 miles (+8,514)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,947 miles
    Test number
    180768940470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,433 miles (+11,252)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    33,433 miles
    Test number
    153409449496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,181 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    22,181 miles
    Test number
    821415918016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,107 miles (+10,964)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,107 miles
    Test number
    141673808440
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass11,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    11,143 miles
    Test number
    972594107093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 ONF

Does LS52 ONF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 ONF expired on 18 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 ONF?
The MOT on LS52 ONF expired on 18 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 ONF done?
LS52 ONF was recorded at 64,921 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 2,863 miles a year.
Has LS52 ONF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 ONF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LS52 ONF 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 LS52 ONF find?
LS52 ONF passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged; central front oil leak, but not excessive; central rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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