Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc
LA51 BKYMOT history
LA51 BKY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 21 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,780 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 15 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 98,780 mi
- At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 20
- 19 passed · 1 failed
- Per year
- 2,667 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LA51 BKY
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- A-Class
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,598 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 21 Dec 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LA51 BKY was last recorded at 98,780 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 468 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 98,312 miles · 27 May 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 468 miles
- Average per year
- 2,667 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 98,780 miles
- 2023 – 98,312 miles
- 2021 – 98,089 miles
- 2020 – 95,809 miles
- 2019 – 89,409 miles
- 2017 – 84,493 miles
- 2016 – 81,131 miles
- 2015 – 76,976 miles
- 2014 – 72,776 miles
- 2013 – 68,505 miles
- 2012 – 64,648 miles
- 2011 – 62,425 miles
- 2010 – 59,644 miles
- 2009 – 58,126 miles
- 2008 – 56,656 miles
- 2007 – 55,242 miles
- 2006 – 53,161 miles
- 2005 – 44,959 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass98,780 miles
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x 2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x 2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (radius arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread x 2 (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
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.
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread x2
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020
Full MOT history
20 tests since 12 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass98,780 miles (+468)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 98,780 miles
- Test number
- 280207091687
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x 2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x 2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (radius arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread x 2 (0.1 (b))
Pass98,312 miles (+223)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2024
- Odometer
- 98,312 miles
- Test number
- 916084690184
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x 2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x 2 (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread x 2 (0.1 (b))
Pass98,089 miles (+2,280)15 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 98,089 miles
- Test number
- 961108174252
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (d) bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x 2 (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play LIMITS!! (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside n/s hand brake requires attention
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x 2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread x 2 (0.1 (b))
Pass95,809 miles (+2,408)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 95,809 miles
- Test number
- 420026252360
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
Pass93,401 miles (+3,992)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 93,401 miles
- Test number
- 340371108445
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Lower screen damage
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread x2 (0.1 (b))
Pass89,409 miles (+4,916)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 89,409 miles
- Test number
- 122824361416
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread x2 (0.1 (b))
Pass84,493 miles (+3,362)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 84,493 miles
- Test number
- 594379543373
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)
Pass81,131 miles (+4,155)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 81,131 miles
- Test number
- 801224898815
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded
Pass76,976 miles (+4,200)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 76,976 miles
- Test number
- 136280113861
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass72,776 miles (+4,271)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 72,776 miles
- Test number
- 906660654301
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass68,505 miles (+3,857)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 68,505 miles
- Test number
- 946890553308
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass64,648 miles (+2,223)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 64,648 miles
- Test number
- 488490842474
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass62,425 miles (+2,781)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 62,425 miles
- Test number
- 736944351301
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass59,644 miles (+1,518)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 59,644 miles
- Test number
- 873058640324
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass58,126 miles (+1,470)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 58,126 miles
- Test number
- 613038949300
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass56,656 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 56,656 miles
- Test number
- 462047358373
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail56,656 miles (+1,414)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,656 miles
- Test number
- 483637758416
- FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Pass55,242 miles (+2,081)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Dec 2008
- Odometer
- 55,242 miles
- Test number
- 810384657387
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass53,161 miles (+8,202)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 53,161 miles
- Test number
- 352141246327
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass44,959 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2006
- Odometer
- 44,959 miles
- Test number
- 733366015376
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LA51 BKY
- Does LA51 BKY currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 BKY is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LA51 BKY?
- The MOT on LA51 BKY is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LA51 BKY done?
- LA51 BKY was recorded at 98,780 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 2,667 miles a year.
- Has LA51 BKY ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LA51 BKY has failed 1 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2008.
- Has the mileage on LA51 BKY 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 LA51 BKY find?
- LA51 BKY passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s, and 7 more.
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