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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,295 cc

LX52 OCAMOT history

LX52 OCA is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SLK first used on 6 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 107,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2023
Mileage
107,390 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 OCA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SLK
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,295 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
6 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 OCA was last recorded at 107,390 miles on 1 Dec 2022, 10,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,197 miles · 7 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
10,193 miles
Average per year
5,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 107,390 miles
  • 2021 – 97,197 miles
  • 2020 – 88,020 miles
  • 2019 – 82,002 miles
  • 2018 – 69,719 miles
  • 2017 – 60,692 miles
  • 2016 – 58,124 miles
  • 2015 – 55,263 miles
  • 2014 – 52,053 miles
  • 2013 – 49,833 miles
  • 2012 – 46,033 miles
  • 2011 – 42,518 miles
  • 2010 – 39,272 miles
  • 2009 – 34,865 miles
  • 2008 – 29,309 miles
  • 2007 – 25,917 miles
  • 2006 – 22,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,390 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,390 miles (+10,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    107,390 miles
    Test number
    102459728972
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass97,197 miles (+151)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,197 miles
    Test number
    529325951018
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  3. Fail97,046 miles (+9,026)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,046 miles
    Test number
    781968538850
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  4. Pass88,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,020 miles
    Test number
    950674456930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail88,020 miles (+6,018)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,020 miles
    Test number
    613607236521
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  6. Pass82,002 miles (+12,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,002 miles
    Test number
    241253725427
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass69,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    69,719 miles
    Test number
    608169192732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail69,719 miles (+9,027)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,719 miles
    Test number
    506819275074
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass60,692 miles (+2,568)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,692 miles
    Test number
    943096850336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,124 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,124 miles
    Test number
    366877820186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,263 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,263 miles
    Test number
    623221353034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,053 miles (+2,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,053 miles
    Test number
    998658014343
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass49,833 miles (+3,800)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,833 miles
    Test number
    945524883231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBoth rear springs rusty

  14. Pass46,033 miles (+3,515)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,033 miles
    Test number
    537847472214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust middle section rusty
    • NoteSlight play to both front steering knuckles

  15. Pass42,518 miles (+3,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,518 miles
    Test number
    877266771281
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass39,272 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,272 miles
    Test number
    583146590229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,271 miles (+4,406)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,271 miles
    Test number
    960735090205
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  18. Pass34,865 miles (+5,556)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,865 miles
    Test number
    732255719306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,309 miles (+3,392)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,309 miles
    Test number
    981567168292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,917 miles (+3,235)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,917 miles
    Test number
    264343867294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,682 miles (+3,401)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,682 miles
    Test number
    131072976246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    19,281 miles
    Test number
    820377236136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,281 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,281 miles
    Test number
    512386036187
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Questions about LX52 OCA

Does LX52 OCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 OCA expired on 6 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 OCA?
The MOT on LX52 OCA expired on 6 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 OCA done?
LX52 OCA was recorded at 107,390 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2022, an average of 5,325 miles a year.
Has LX52 OCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 OCA has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LX52 OCA 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 LX52 OCA find?
LX52 OCA passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2022 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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