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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,397 cc

LB04 ZNEMOT history

LB04 ZNE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 28 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 113,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2025
Mileage
113,088 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 ZNE
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
28 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 ZNE was last recorded at 113,088 miles on 18 Feb 2025, 1,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2013: 40,397 miles, lower than 78,079 miles on 9 Mar 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,591 miles · 13 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,497 miles
Average per year
4,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,088 miles
  • 2024 – 111,591 miles
  • 2023 – 109,782 miles
  • 2022 – 107,764 miles
  • 2021 – 105,310 miles
  • 2020 – 102,646 miles
  • 2018 – 97,852 miles
  • 2015 – 88,982 miles
  • 2014 – 84,955 miles
  • 2013 – 81,617 miles
  • 2012 – 78,079 miles
  • 2011 – 73,836 miles
  • 2010 – 65,393 miles
  • 2009 – 53,359 miles
  • 2008 – 42,304 miles
  • 2007 – 29,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,088 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt cracking/perishing and system noisy
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking/perishing and wearing on edges (nearside also close to wear markers)
  • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to crack/perish in tread

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged outer casing missing but does not affect function

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,088 miles (+1,497)5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,088 miles
    Test number
    783908348578
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt cracking/perishing and system noisy
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking/perishing and wearing on edges (nearside also close to wear markers)
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to crack/perish in tread

  2. Pass111,591 miles (+1,809)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    111,591 miles
    Test number
    493215130738
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass109,782 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    109,782 miles
    Test number
    357909252181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding near caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding near caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses cloudy but beam patterns ok

  4. Fail109,782 miles (+2,018)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,782 miles
    Test number
    755713827667
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding near caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding near caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses cloudy but beam patterns ok

  5. Pass107,764 miles (+2,454)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,764 miles
    Test number
    424830225219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  6. Pass105,310 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    105,310 miles
    Test number
    604623713640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged outer casing missing but does not affect function (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. FailMileage not read2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    886183860477
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged outer casing missing but does not affect function (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass102,646 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    102,646 miles
    Test number
    687114778326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    104339694117
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt flexi deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. FailMileage not read1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    223110466944
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt flexi deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass97,852 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    97,852 miles
    Test number
    372261665776
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.82mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt buckle deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    146795099653
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt buckle deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front.
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFull under shields fitted.

  13. FailMileage not read2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    926255652633
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt buckle deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front.
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFull under shields fitted.

  14. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    725276114397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt cover missing.
    • AdvisoryFull under trays fitted.
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner steering rack joints.

  15. Pass88,982 miles (+4,027)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    88,982 miles
    Test number
    936215175061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass84,955 miles (+3,338)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    84,955 miles
    Test number
    989215264091
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass81,617 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    81,617 miles
    Test number
    356886863092
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking/starting to perish

  18. Fail40,397 miles (-37,682)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,397 miles
    Test number
    508686563043
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking/starting to perish

  19. Pass78,079 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,079 miles
    Test number
    957649662013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteALL FOUR TYRES SHOWING SIGNS OF AGE RELATED WEAR TO EXTERIOR WALLS - CRACKING BUT NOT SHOWING CORDS.

  20. Fail78,079 miles (+4,243)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,079 miles
    Test number
    158128662472
    • FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • NoteALL FOUR TYRES SHOWING SIGNS OF AGE RELATED WEAR TO EXTERIOR WALLS - CRACKING BUT NOT SHOWING CORDS.

  21. Pass73,836 miles (+8,443)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,836 miles
    Test number
    275034671065
    • NoteAdvise both front flexi brake hoses perished,but inner pipe not yet visable
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres perished
    • NoteAdvise metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteAdvise rear suspension components starting to corrode
    • NoteAdvise steering column noisey,but no excessive movement

  22. Pass65,393 miles (+12,034)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,393 miles
    Test number
    333191470094
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteKnocking from power steering
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt stalk has no cover
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking on side walls

  23. Pass53,359 miles (+11,055)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,359 miles
    Test number
    880176479028
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished to excess

  24. Pass42,304 miles (+12,802)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,304 miles
    Test number
    280425948149
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre small cracks in tread

  25. Pass29,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,502 miles
    Test number
    413014847132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 ZNE

Does LB04 ZNE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 ZNE expired on 16 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 ZNE?
The MOT on LB04 ZNE expired on 16 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 ZNE done?
LB04 ZNE was recorded at 113,088 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2025, an average of 4,711 miles a year.
Has LB04 ZNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 ZNE has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 ZNE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 ZNE find?
LB04 ZNE failed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2025 with 5 major defects and 13 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, and 15 more.

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