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Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,148 cc

LS52 TMVMOT history

LS52 TMV is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 217,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

LS52 TMV silver Mercedes-Benz E-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
217,728 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 TMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,148 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 TMV was last recorded at 217,728 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,700 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
7,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 217,728 miles
  • 2024 – 216,442 miles
  • 2023 – 215,366 miles
  • 2022 – 214,331 miles
  • 2021 – 213,040 miles
  • 2020 – 211,391 miles
  • 2019 – 208,525 miles
  • 2018 – 202,810 miles
  • 2017 – 197,245 miles
  • 2016 – 192,229 miles
  • 2015 – 186,743 miles
  • 2014 – 179,910 miles
  • 2013 – 170,848 miles
  • 2012 – 161,609 miles
  • 2011 – 152,144 miles
  • 2010 – 142,118 miles
  • 2009 – 130,976 miles
  • 2008 – 120,613 miles
  • 2007 – 105,110 miles
  • 2006 – 90,654 miles
  • 2005 – 71,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,728 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake backing plates corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside rear boot floor corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/door step area (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear suspension metal pipes corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside front fog light not workingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,728 miles (+28)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    217,728 miles
    Test number
    142293962248
    • AdvisoryBrake backing plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear boot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/door step area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension metal pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front fog light not working

  2. Fail217,700 miles (+1,258)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,700 miles
    Test number
    600744049837
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside inner wing area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake backing plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear boot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill/door step area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension metal pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front fog light not working

  3. Pass216,442 miles (+1,076)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    216,442 miles
    Test number
    588029509835
    • AdvisoryFront brake backing plates corroded and broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside rear boot floor/load area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass215,366 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    215,366 miles
    Test number
    198285817681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear boot floor area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper not secured at wheel arches (corrosion)

  5. Fail215,366 miles (+1,035)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,366 miles
    Test number
    477471274795
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear boot floor area corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper not secured at wheel arches (corrosion)

  6. Pass214,331 miles (+1,291)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    214,331 miles
    Test number
    362527527593
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes cracked/splitting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass213,040 miles (+200)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    213,040 miles
    Test number
    914469383405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail212,840 miles (+1,449)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,840 miles
    Test number
    988785708282
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass211,391 miles (+54)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    211,391 miles
    Test number
    474809043696
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch insecure switch comes apart but still working correctly (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover insecure (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail211,337 miles (+2,812)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,337 miles
    Test number
    503656706615
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch insecure switch comes apart but still working correctly (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic cover insecure (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass208,525 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    208,525 miles
    Test number
    856360783954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail208,430 miles (+5,620)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,430 miles
    Test number
    866272574179
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass202,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    202,810 miles
    Test number
    161384424489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail202,810 miles (+5,565)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,810 miles
    Test number
    757724852719
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  15. Pass197,245 miles (+5,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    197,245 miles
    Test number
    644442691897
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill rusty

  16. Pass192,229 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    192,229 miles
    Test number
    347158117506
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to 3mm

  17. Fail192,167 miles (+5,424)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,167 miles
    Test number
    404553929146
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to 3mm

  18. Pass186,743 miles (+6,833)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    186,743 miles
    Test number
    293502218686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass179,910 miles (+9,062)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    179,910 miles
    Test number
    416160254403
    • NoteRear brake discs are rusty, slighty binding

  20. Pass170,848 miles (+9,239)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    170,848 miles
    Test number
    448803543463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass161,609 miles (+9,465)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    161,609 miles
    Test number
    775879532311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass152,144 miles (+10,026)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    152,144 miles
    Test number
    938643541364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear subframe slightly corroded
    • NoteRear suspension bushes slightly perished
    • NoteSmall chips in windsreen
    • NoteEmits light smoke

  23. Pass142,118 miles (+11,142)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    142,118 miles
    Test number
    264874740396
    • NoteSign of perishing suspension bushes
    • NoteSmall chips in front screen

  24. Pass130,976 miles (+10,363)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    130,976 miles
    Test number
    932555939343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSign of corrosion rear sub frame
    • NoteSign of perishing suspension bushes

  25. Pass120,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    120,613 miles
    Test number
    492101958425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail120,613 miles (+15,503)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,613 miles
    Test number
    733961758335
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass105,110 miles (+14,456)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    105,110 miles
    Test number
    483854647344
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSign of perishing both no plates and suspension bushes chips in front screen

  28. Pass90,654 miles (+18,993)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    90,654 miles
    Test number
    701497746397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise slight delamination of front and rear number plates.
    • NoteAdvise small cuts in tread of right rear tyre.

  29. Pass71,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    71,661 miles
    Test number
    954340245394
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LS52 TMV

Does LS52 TMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 TMV is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS52 TMV?
The MOT on LS52 TMV is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 TMV done?
LS52 TMV was recorded at 217,728 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 7,304 miles a year.
Has LS52 TMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 TMV has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 TMV 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 TMV find?
LS52 TMV passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 9 advisories: brake backing plates corroded; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 6 more.

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