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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,898 cc

LA51 UZYMOT history

LA51 UZY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 8 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 58,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2022.

LA51 UZY silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Aug 2023
Mileage
58,179 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 UZY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,898 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 UZY was last recorded at 58,179 miles on 27 Aug 2022, 56 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,123 miles · 23 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
56 miles
Average per year
2,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 58,179 miles
  • 2021 – 53,231 miles
  • 2020 – 47,631 miles
  • 2019 – 42,512 miles
  • 2018 – 39,267 miles
  • 2017 – 37,940 miles
  • 2016 – 36,345 miles
  • 2015 – 33,854 miles
  • 2014 – 31,255 miles
  • 2013 – 29,244 miles
  • 2012 – 28,252 miles
  • 2011 – 26,961 miles
  • 2010 – 25,642 miles
  • 2009 – 24,356 miles
  • 2008 – 22,263 miles
  • 2007 – 19,971 miles
  • 2006 – 18,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,179 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,179 miles (+56)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    58,179 miles
    Test number
    641606538229
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail58,123 miles (+4,892)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,123 miles
    Test number
    965296960998
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass53,231 miles (+5,600)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    53,231 miles
    Test number
    387999658903
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass47,631 miles (+5,119)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,631 miles
    Test number
    449283721288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass42,512 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    42,512 miles
    Test number
    983076042678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,267 miles (+1,327)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,267 miles
    Test number
    467341326509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has small cuts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner wall cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass37,940 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    37,940 miles
    Test number
    265547484988
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint steering arm (tie rod)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass37,928 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    37,928 miles
    Test number
    188730370236
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front flex i (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) steering arm ( tie rod )
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Fail37,928 miles (+1,583)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,928 miles
    Test number
    868680325910
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front flex i (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) steering arm ( tie rod )
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass36,345 miles (+2,491)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    36,345 miles
    Test number
    705998618449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,854 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    33,854 miles
    Test number
    655517915257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail33,850 miles (+2,595)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,850 miles
    Test number
    318776415444
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass31,255 miles (+2,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    31,255 miles
    Test number
    259169204233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass29,244 miles (+992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,244 miles
    Test number
    146924413219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass28,252 miles (+1,291)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    28,252 miles
    Test number
    358235112460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    26,961 miles
    Test number
    755257891106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,961 miles (+1,319)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,961 miles
    Test number
    127267691106
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  18. Pass25,642 miles (+1,286)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    25,642 miles
    Test number
    791472710288
    • NoteBoth front tyres slight worn out from edges
    • NoteNear side rear tyre deterioation tread area slight wall deterioation

  19. Pass24,356 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    24,356 miles
    Test number
    274827819284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,351 miles (+2,088)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,351 miles
    Test number
    903793819294
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass22,263 miles (+2,292)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,263 miles
    Test number
    181790868440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass19,971 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,971 miles
    Test number
    800072267037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    18,076 miles
    Test number
    370951136074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 UZY

Does LA51 UZY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 UZY expired on 31 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 UZY?
The MOT on LA51 UZY expired on 31 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 UZY done?
LA51 UZY was recorded at 58,179 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2022, an average of 2,420 miles a year.
Has LA51 UZY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 UZY has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LA51 UZY 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 UZY find?
LA51 UZY passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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