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Mercedes-Benz C

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,597 cc

LX52 XFUMOT history

LX52 XFU is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz C first used on 23 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 81,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2023.

LX52 XFU blue Mercedes-Benz C-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2024
Mileage
81,568 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 XFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2024
Latest MOT test
31 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 XFU was last recorded at 81,568 miles on 31 May 2023, 217 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Apr 2022: 81,351 miles, lower than 81,533 miles on 29 Mar 2022.

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
81,351 miles · 1 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
217 miles
Average per year
2,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 81,568 miles
  • 2022 – 81,351 miles
  • 2020 – 81,224 miles
  • 2019 – 80,797 miles
  • 2018 – 80,645 miles
  • 2016 – 79,930 miles
  • 2015 – 79,894 miles
  • 2014 – 76,093 miles
  • 2013 – 72,181 miles
  • 2011 – 62,713 miles
  • 2010 – 58,169 miles
  • 2009 – 53,300 miles
  • 2008 – 47,444 miles
  • 2007 – 39,793 miles
  • 2006 – 31,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,568 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front VENTED DISCS CORRODED FACES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front TYRE CUT IN TREAD 225/45/17W

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,568 miles (+217)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,568 miles
    Test number
    135656686301
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass81,351 miles (-182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,351 miles
    Test number
    321548499221
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail81,533 miles (+309)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,533 miles
    Test number
    762615404555
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass81,224 miles (+427)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,224 miles
    Test number
    493399157600
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass80,797 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    80,797 miles
    Test number
    404563575537
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail80,797 miles (+152)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,797 miles
    Test number
    397249759366
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass80,645 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,645 miles
    Test number
    620824596488
    • AdvisoryFront VENTED DISCS CORRODED FACES
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE CUT IN TREAD 225/45/17W

  8. Fail80,645 miles (+715)14 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,645 miles
    Test number
    117962360728
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CONTROL ARM AS MARKED (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt AND BUSH WORN (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CONTROL ARM AS MARKED (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt AND BUSH WORN (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront VENTED DISCS CORRODED FACES
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE CUT IN TREAD 225/45/17W

  9. Pass79,930 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,930 miles
    Test number
    194250600236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,894 miles (+3,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    79,894 miles
    Test number
    769147875020
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass76,093 miles (+3,912)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,093 miles
    Test number
    595013714009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,181 miles (+9,468)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    72,181 miles
    Test number
    908602303054
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTracking may be needed

  13. Pass62,713 miles (+4,544)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    62,713 miles
    Test number
    419985501008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,169 miles (+4,869)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    58,169 miles
    Test number
    831956800035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,300 miles (+5,856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    53,300 miles
    Test number
    120546409498
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass47,444 miles (+7,651)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,444 miles
    Test number
    851483008092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,793 miles (+8,693)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,793 miles
    Test number
    192114007476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    31,100 miles
    Test number
    972823206072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 XFU

Does LX52 XFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 XFU expired on 30 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 XFU?
The MOT on LX52 XFU expired on 30 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 XFU done?
LX52 XFU was recorded at 81,568 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2023, an average of 2,900 miles a year.
Has LX52 XFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 XFU has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LX52 XFU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Apr 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX52 XFU find?
LX52 XFU passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2023 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both side; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

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