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LH52 AEF

2002 Mercedes-benz 500

Blue Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,130 mi
Last recorded23,130 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz 50055,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH52 AEF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model500
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 23,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2026 23,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 22,793 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 22,784 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 22,729 miles

Under-tray fitted, restricting view of components.

Pass 27 Aug 2019 22,256 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 21,356 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 20,308 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 19,398 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 19,398 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower front arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 18,368 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 17,453 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 16,334 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 16,334 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 15,249 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 14,298 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 13,738 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2009 12,176 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 10,677 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 10,677 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 9,152 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 8,113 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 500?

Based on 45,594 MOT tests across 4,342 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
4,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,248
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,110
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,020
brake binding 868
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 807
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LH52 AEF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 500 in Blue with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 55,809 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 500 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,248 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LH52 AEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz 500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LH52 AEF?

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What year was LH52 AEF registered?

LH52 AEF is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 500, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is LH52 AEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH52 AEF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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