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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,991 cc

LB05 AYZMOT history

LB05 AYZ is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 149,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
149,623 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 AYZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 AYZ was last recorded at 149,623 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 629 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,994 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
629 miles
Average per year
6,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,623 miles
  • 2025 – 148,994 miles
  • 2024 – 139,023 miles
  • 2023 – 132,010 miles
  • 2021 – 121,923 miles
  • 2020 – 114,050 miles
  • 2019 – 107,727 miles
  • 2017 – 103,278 miles
  • 2016 – 102,183 miles
  • 2015 – 99,276 miles
  • 2014 – 96,814 miles
  • 2013 – 90,168 miles
  • 2012 – 81,575 miles
  • 2011 – 69,505 miles
  • 2010 – 59,424 miles
  • 2009 – 46,669 miles
  • 2008 – 34,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,623 miles
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light repaired with tape (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four hoses cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output cloudy lens (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wear visible pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Both sides front tyres wearing on inside edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • High handbrake lever travel.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Near side headlamp mount broken but not insecure.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake pads look low.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,623 miles (+629)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    149,623 miles
    Test number
    501496470932
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light repaired with tape (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all four hoses cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler neck
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output cloudy lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wear visible pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass148,994 miles (+10)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    148,994 miles
    Test number
    107101281995
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure repaired with tape (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all hoses show signs of cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes were visible greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler neck pipes
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail148,984 miles (+9,961)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,984 miles
    Test number
    862153692637
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass139,023 miles (+7,013)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    139,023 miles
    Test number
    411212205114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass132,010 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    132,010 miles
    Test number
    150564772144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,959 miles (+10,036)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,959 miles
    Test number
    463467583202
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass121,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,923 miles
    Test number
    530027695924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,923 miles (+7,873)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,923 miles
    Test number
    525223617636
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass114,050 miles (+6,323)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    114,050 miles
    Test number
    171265814841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass107,727 miles (+4,449)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    107,727 miles
    Test number
    648130144306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,278 miles (+1,095)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    103,278 miles
    Test number
    891504932001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass102,183 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    102,183 miles
    Test number
    777742368849
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front tyres wearing on inside edges.
    • AdvisoryHigh handbrake lever travel.
    • AdvisoryNear side headlamp mount broken but not insecure.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads look low.

  13. Fail102,183 miles (+2,907)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,183 miles
    Test number
    448586906103
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front tyres wearing on inside edges.
    • AdvisoryHigh handbrake lever travel.
    • AdvisoryNear side headlamp mount broken but not insecure.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads look low.

  14. Pass99,276 miles (+2,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    99,276 miles
    Test number
    546965855160
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass96,814 miles (+6,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,814 miles
    Test number
    145546334166
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass90,168 miles (+8,593)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    90,168 miles
    Test number
    387449843125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass81,575 miles (+12,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,575 miles
    Test number
    286369742115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass69,505 miles (+10,081)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    69,505 miles
    Test number
    137385841183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,424 miles (+12,755)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,424 miles
    Test number
    283392750115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,669 miles (+12,295)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,669 miles
    Test number
    604605339112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,374 miles
    Test number
    624508448168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 AYZ

Does LB05 AYZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 AYZ is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 AYZ?
The MOT on LB05 AYZ is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 AYZ done?
LB05 AYZ was recorded at 149,623 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 6,430 miles a year.
Has LB05 AYZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 AYZ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 AYZ 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 LB05 AYZ find?
LB05 AYZ passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light repaired with tape; brake hose slightly deteriorated all four hoses cracking; fuel pipe/s corroded filler neck, and 5 more.

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