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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,397 cc

LB04 TAUMOT history

LB04 TAU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 27 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 80,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2025
Mileage
80,971 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,960 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 TAU
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
27 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 TAU was last recorded at 80,971 miles on 19 Jun 2024, 4,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,889 miles · 10 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
4,082 miles
Average per year
3,960 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 80,971 miles
  • 2023 – 76,889 miles
  • 2022 – 72,944 miles
  • 2021 – 70,180 miles
  • 2020 – 66,965 miles
  • 2019 – 62,885 miles
  • 2018 – 58,209 miles
  • 2017 – 48,387 miles
  • 2016 – 41,139 miles
  • 2015 – 34,918 miles
  • 2014 – 28,441 miles
  • 2012 – 28,345 miles
  • 2011 – 25,777 miles
  • 2010 – 23,127 miles
  • 2009 – 20,335 miles
  • 2008 – 17,126 miles
  • 2007 – 13,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,971 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    80,971 miles
    Test number
    160378387603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail80,971 miles (+4,082)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,971 miles
    Test number
    167337299469
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass76,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    76,889 miles
    Test number
    147807943218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,889 miles (+3,945)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,889 miles
    Test number
    719325581751
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass72,944 miles (+2,764)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    72,944 miles
    Test number
    896595315627
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated ALL (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark leak @ N/S rack gaiter (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  6. Pass70,180 miles (+3,215)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    70,180 miles
    Test number
    190958162247
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside stop-light - incorrect wattage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass66,965 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    66,965 miles
    Test number
    770603519365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail66,965 miles (+4,080)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,965 miles
    Test number
    490884837445
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass62,885 miles (+4,676)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,885 miles
    Test number
    492672614869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,209 miles (+9,822)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,209 miles
    Test number
    918599326701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,387 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    48,387 miles
    Test number
    294389029312
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail48,387 miles (+7,248)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,387 miles
    Test number
    538734581736
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass41,139 miles (+6,221)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    41,139 miles
    Test number
    668521186852
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass34,918 miles (+6,477)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    34,918 miles
    Test number
    486714015099
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres becoming perished

  15. Pass28,441 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    28,441 miles
    Test number
    169415014078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,345 miles (+2,568)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,345 miles
    Test number
    205275542134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,777 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    25,777 miles
    Test number
    166400741153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,127 miles (+2,792)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    23,127 miles
    Test number
    810294040132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail20,335 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,335 miles
    Test number
    394478849187
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  20. Pass20,335 miles (+3,209)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    20,335 miles
    Test number
    484328949102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,126 miles (+4,001)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,126 miles
    Test number
    713384848152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,125 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    13,125 miles
    Test number
    772303527198
    • NoteDrivers washer aim too high

Questions about LB04 TAU

Does LB04 TAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 TAU expired on 28 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 TAU?
The MOT on LB04 TAU expired on 28 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 TAU done?
LB04 TAU was recorded at 80,971 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2024, an average of 3,960 miles a year.
Has LB04 TAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 TAU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 TAU 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 TAU find?
LB04 TAU passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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