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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 3,222 cc

MM52 FTFMOT history

MM52 FTF is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 10 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 199,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2025
Mileage
199,661 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

MM52 FTF was last recorded at 199,661 miles on 19 May 2025, 7,126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,535 miles · 2 May 2024
Between the last two tests
7,126 miles
Average per year
6,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail199,661 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail199,661 miles (+7,126)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,661 miles
    Test number
    217492988547
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass192,535 miles (+14,287)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    192,535 miles
    Test number
    560550771529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass178,248 miles (+11,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    178,248 miles
    Test number
    475702756559
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass167,143 miles (+14,586)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    167,143 miles
    Test number
    650324925611
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass152,557 miles (+8,723)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    152,557 miles
    Test number
    838180342317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass143,834 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,834 miles
    Test number
    772570299400
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail143,834 miles (+59)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,834 miles
    Test number
    554375482559
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass143,775 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    143,775 miles
    Test number
    322867537885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,017 miles (+4,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    142,017 miles
    Test number
    518917956272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  10. Pass138,016 miles (+5,545)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    138,016 miles
    Test number
    266841675092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass132,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    132,471 miles
    Test number
    835282554062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail132,471 miles (+6,843)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,471 miles
    Test number
    475742854031
    • FailureNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass125,628 miles (+10,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    125,628 miles
    Test number
    908989133077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass115,531 miles (+5,181)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    115,531 miles
    Test number
    288599432035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,350 miles (+10,011)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    110,350 miles
    Test number
    447220441008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,339 miles (+10,573)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    100,339 miles
    Test number
    393072640082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,766 miles (+5,449)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    89,766 miles
    Test number
    140662749098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    84,317 miles
    Test number
    501268238023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail84,317 miles (+5,822)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,317 miles
    Test number
    544328238010
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Pass78,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    78,495 miles
    Test number
    151993147426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail78,495 miles (+6,426)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,495 miles
    Test number
    483793947051
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass72,069 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    72,069 miles
    Test number
    914004036067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,068 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,068 miles
    Test number
    781353436064
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about MM52 FTF

When is the MOT due on MM52 FTF?
The MOT on MM52 FTF expired on 1 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has MM52 FTF done?
MM52 FTF was recorded at 199,661 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2025, an average of 6,614 miles a year.
Has MM52 FTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MM52 FTF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2025.
Has the mileage on MM52 FTF 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 MM52 FTF find?
MM52 FTF failed its latest MOT on 19 May 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; front tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels, and 9 more.

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