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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,397 cc

LB04 BTUMOT history

LB04 BTU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 7 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 72,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2023
Mileage
72,507 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BTU was last recorded at 72,507 miles on 9 Mar 2022, 939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,568 miles · 2 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
939 miles
Average per year
4,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,507 miles
  • 2021 – 71,568 miles
  • 2020 – 71,022 miles
  • 2018 – 70,677 miles
  • 2017 – 70,026 miles
  • 2016 – 69,336 miles
  • 2015 – 68,161 miles
  • 2014 – 64,188 miles
  • 2013 – 60,833 miles
  • 2012 – 56,676 miles
  • 2011 – 54,394 miles
  • 2010 – 46,439 miles
  • 2009 – 40,072 miles
  • 2008 – 26,084 miles
  • 2007 – 13,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,507 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,507 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,507 miles
    Test number
    781680652401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,568 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    71,568 miles
    Test number
    507347812243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated heavy cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated heavy cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail71,568 miles (+546)3 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,568 miles
    Test number
    969540905481
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. NSF 195/55/15 OSF 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. NSR 195/50/15 OSR 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated heavy cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated heavy cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass71,022 miles (+345)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    71,022 miles
    Test number
    257650270727
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass70,677 miles (+651)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,677 miles
    Test number
    643091560905
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass70,026 miles (+690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    70,026 miles
    Test number
    162503530414
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Pass69,336 miles (+1,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,336 miles
    Test number
    224967324450
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  8. Pass68,161 miles (+3,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,161 miles
    Test number
    469939084888
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass64,188 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,188 miles
    Test number
    517173764214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,184 miles (+3,351)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,184 miles
    Test number
    219652164208
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass60,833 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,833 miles
    Test number
    518450163285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,831 miles (+4,155)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,831 miles
    Test number
    225459453249
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass56,676 miles (+2,282)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,676 miles
    Test number
    756278852226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,394 miles
    Test number
    846867061279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,394 miles (+52)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,394 miles
    Test number
    139645761235
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass54,342 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,342 miles
    Test number
    219450821413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,341 miles (+7,902)8 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,341 miles
    Test number
    146608011122
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Fail46,439 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,439 miles
    Test number
    360513200279
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass46,439 miles (+6,367)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,439 miles
    Test number
    363213900490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,072 miles (+3,894)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,072 miles
    Test number
    510890029381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,178 miles (+10,094)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,178 miles
    Test number
    703611699190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,084 miles (+12,797)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,084 miles
    Test number
    270730698437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    13,287 miles
    Test number
    370905457165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 BTU

Does LB04 BTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 BTU expired on 8 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BTU?
The MOT on LB04 BTU expired on 8 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 BTU done?
LB04 BTU was recorded at 72,507 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2022, an average of 4,012 miles a year.
Has LB04 BTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BTU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LB04 BTU 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 LB04 BTU find?
LB04 BTU passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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