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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 4,966 cc

LX52 XNBMOT history

LX52 XNB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 20 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 160,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2022.

LX52 XNB silver Mercedes-Benz Sl – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2023
Mileage
160,865 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 XNB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,966 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 XNB was last recorded at 160,865 miles on 5 Feb 2022, 5,728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,137 miles · 27 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,728 miles
Average per year
7,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 160,865 miles
  • 2020 – 155,137 miles
  • 2019 – 148,364 miles
  • 2018 – 140,528 miles
  • 2017 – 133,501 miles
  • 2016 – 126,916 miles
  • 2015 – 118,570 miles
  • 2014 – 109,839 miles
  • 2013 – 93,717 miles
  • 2012 – 86,453 miles
  • 2011 – 78,464 miles
  • 2010 – 66,067 miles
  • 2009 – 63,118 miles
  • 2008 – 57,848 miles
  • 2007 – 55,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,865 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,865 miles (+5,728)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    160,865 miles
    Test number
    851072922699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass155,137 miles (+6,773)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,137 miles
    Test number
    641198395172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,364 miles (+7,836)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    148,364 miles
    Test number
    844885094837
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass140,528 miles (+7,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    140,528 miles
    Test number
    948946573696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass133,501 miles (+6,585)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    133,501 miles
    Test number
    793085527505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,916 miles (+116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    126,916 miles
    Test number
    199978132256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  7. Fail126,800 miles (+8,230)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,800 miles
    Test number
    921707701563
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot Ball joint (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot Ball joint (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryEngine lamp on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in inner steering arm
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass118,570 miles (+8,731)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    118,570 miles
    Test number
    665027725189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine management fault light on

  9. Pass109,839 miles (+16,122)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    109,839 miles
    Test number
    586472724128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,717 miles (+7,264)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,717 miles
    Test number
    275822923488
    • NoteNearside front road wheel rim slightly distorted
    • NoteNearside rear road wheel rim slightly distorted

  11. Pass86,453 miles (+7,989)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,453 miles
    Test number
    815133452189
    • NoteNearside rear road wheel rim slightly distorted

  12. Pass78,464 miles (+12,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,464 miles
    Test number
    719623721121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass66,067 miles (+2,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    66,067 miles
    Test number
    330902640096
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass63,118 miles (+5,270)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    63,118 miles
    Test number
    534199009039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,848 miles
    Test number
    993404628043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,848 miles (+2,663)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,848 miles
    Test number
    374824028048
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass55,185 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    55,185 miles
    Test number
    140102637462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f abs wiring was insecure

  18. Fail55,185 miles (+222)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,185 miles
    Test number
    641382237057
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f abs wiring was insecure

  19. Fail54,963 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,963 miles
    Test number
    900906917092
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about LX52 XNB

Does LX52 XNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 XNB expired on 4 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 XNB?
The MOT on LX52 XNB expired on 4 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 XNB done?
LX52 XNB was recorded at 160,865 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2022, an average of 7,034 miles a year.
Has LX52 XNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 XNB has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2016.
Has the mileage on LX52 XNB 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 XNB find?
LX52 XNB passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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